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Amazing Cajas National Park Tour from Cuenca

Cuenca, Ecuador
From 7 hours to 8 hours
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What You Will Do

Discover the magic of Cajas National Park, one of the most beautiful places in South America, on a full day tour of approximately 8 hours. Explore and learn about the Andean vegetation.  In this spectacular place you can enjoy a lake system that has more than 200 lakes of glacial origin.  In addition to the beautiful landscape, you can enjoy the presence of beautiful birds, llamas and alpacas. The park is located 30km west of the city of Cuenca, between 3160 and 4450masl, the surface area of the park is 28544 hectares  and the ecosystem known as paramo predominates. Experience the authentic!

What's Included?

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Lunch (Less in the option without lunch)
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Transport by private vehicle

What's Not Included?

  • Drinks
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Itinerary

Meeting Point

1

El Cajas National Park

4 hours

TOUR DETAILS : • Lenght: 8 hours approx. • Start / Finish: Cuenca • Activity Level: Moderate to Challenging DESCRIPTION:   Be picked up from your accommodation in the morning and drive for approximately 1 hour to Cajas National Park, located 30km west of Cuenca. During this tour you’ll visit two altitude levels within the park. In the middle part (3,960 meters), you will walk about 3 hours in the Toreadora area, depending on the pace of the group. The trek will give you the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful scenery, including the Polylepis Forest and moor-like Paramo, whilst the guide provides information about the flora and fauna of the area. And if you like natural photography Cajas Park is an amazing place for that.

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Additional Information

This activity is operated by Polylepis Tours
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Wear warm and comfortable clothes, rain jacket, hiking shoes, cap or toque, sunscreem
  • Minimum 1 adult to book this tour
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • After booking this tour we required : names, passport numbers, age and nationality of all participants

Guide Options

  • Guide - English
  • Guide - Spanish