Shared Cajas National Park Half-Day Tour from Cuenca

It will be an unparalleled experience as it will be possible to observe a very diverse fauna, such as Andean condors, giant hummingbirds and coatis. Next to the park, the sanctuary of the Virgen del Cajas is a place of pilgrimage in the open air where they say the Virgin Mary appeared. The main activities practiced are photography, hiking and experiential fishing.

Itinerary

1. Cuenca · 1 h

   We pick you up at 8:00am at your hotel, then we transfer from Cuenca to the Cajas National Park, until we get to the Caballo Shayana, where the bus leaves you.

2. El Cajas National Park · 2 h

   Description of the National Park. The Cajas National Park constitutes a unique scenario in the world due to its diversity of lake bodies. In fact, although there are places with certain similarities in the planet, there are none that combine so much lagoon variety associated with a great biodiversity. Its name comes from the Quechua word "caxas" which means cold. Another version tells us that its name comes from the appearance produced by its type of geological formation, which forms "boxes" in which the lagoons are found. 90.6% of the area corresponds to the herbaceous páramo ecosystem, except for small areas, located to the southeast (Mazán) and west (Canoas), characterized by absolute heights inferior to the 3.600msnm and varied geographic spaces. We will meet you at the designed spot at 8:00am and take you from Cuenca to the Cajas National Park for a panoramic tour. You can choose between visiting the high part of the park (3900m) or the low part of the park (high 3100m). High part Transfer from Cuenca to Toreadora Lagoon, where you will visit the Interpretation Center, walk level II. Low part Transfer from Cuenca to Llaviucu, walk across the flat sector of the park, 45 min approximately.  Your return to the departure spot will be at 12:00pm approximately.

3. Cuenca · 1 h

   Return to the city of Cuenca.

What's included

• Local guide
• Transportation

What's not included

• Food and drinks

Meeting point

Start time

08:00

End point

Languages

In-person guide: English, Spanish

Travellers

• Adult (12–99)

Options

• Shared Cajas National Park Half-Day Tour from Cuencafrom €78.08

  Pickup included

  Start time: 08:00

  In-person guide: English, Spanish

Additional information

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Operates in all weather conditions, bring warm clothing
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
• Recommendations: Use comfortable close shoes to walk on the wasteland (hiking shoes), sun block, hat, sunglasses.

Cancellation policy

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