Cajas Unveiled: A Half-Day Escape from Cuenca
Explore one of the most spectacular parks in Ecuador on our half-day tour from Cuenca. Hike through the park's grasslands and its landscape surrounded by lakes, paramo vegetation, llamas, ancient Polylepis trees. A great option hikers, nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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Explore one of the most spectacular parks in Ecuador on our half-day tour from Cuenca. Hike through the park's grasslands and its landscape surrounded by lakes, paramo vegetation, llamas, ancient Polylepis trees. A great option hikers, nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Itinerary
- 10 min
We start our tour with Hotel or Airbnb pick-ups in Cuenca. Then we drive for about 45 minutes to Toreadora refuge. On the way we stop for a grab and go coffee and snack at Dos Chorreras.
- El Cajas National Park · 2 h
Our tour takes you to Toreadora Refuge in the Cajas National Park. One of the most beautiful areas in Ecuador. There we will have the chance to do a hike through the grasslands to explore the scenery, lakes and very magical Polylepis forest. Our tour guide will show you couple options that you can choose from based on your interest and fitness.
What's included
- Hotel pick up/drop off
- All taxes, fees and handling charges (If aplicable)
- Transportation
- Licensed Tour Guide/Driver
What's not included
- Gratuities (Optional)
Meeting point
Cuenca Bestours Tour Operator
View on the mapStart time
08:00 · 08:30 · 09:00 · 14:00
End point
Cuenca Bestours Tour Operator
View on the mapLanguages
In-person guide: English, Spanish
Travellers
- Child (5–11)
- Adult (12–85)
Options
- Group Tourfrom €36.44
Duration: 4 hours
Pickup included
Start time: 08:30
In-person guide: Spanish, English
- Private Tourfrom €41.04
This option is exclusive for you and your party, we are flexible to adapt the tour to your needs.
Duration: 4 hours
No Lunch
Pickup included
Start time: 08:00 · 09:00 · 14:00
In-person guide: Spanish, English
Additional information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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