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Cajas National Park Small-Group tour from Cuenca
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Cajas National Park Small-Group tour from Cuenca
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Group tour with lunch full day
Duration: 7 hours
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Duration: 8 hours
Lunch in local restaurant
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NZD 111
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Full Day Private tour
Duration: 7 hours
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Duration: 8 hours
Lunch included
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NZD 244
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Shared tour WITHOUT lunch
Duration: 7 hours
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Duration: 7 hours
Pickup included
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NZD 84
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Highlights
Explore the wild beauty of Cajas National Park, one of Ecuador’s most remarkable Andean landscapes. Located just outside Cuenca, this protected area is home to glacial lakes, páramo grasslands, primary cloud forest, and the rare Polylepis Forest, creating an ideal setting for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers. This full-day experience includes a guided hike along scenic trails shaped by mist, mountains, and crystal-clear lagoons, plus time for lunch along the route. Learn about the park’s fragile ecosystems and its importance as a major water source for Cuenca and southern Ecuador while enjoying fresh mountain air, biodiversity, and breathtaking views in a responsible way.
- Real hiking experience through cloud forest, páramo, lagoons, and Polylepis Forest
- More immersive than a simple viewpoint stop or short roadside walk
- Chance to observe llamas, hummingbirds, and unique highland birdlife
- Optional lunch featuring fresh trout farmed in the surrounding area
Itinerary
Cuenca
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeYour Cajas National Park tour begins with a scenic drive from Cuenca into the western Andes. As the city gives way to mountain landscapes, your guide will introduce the park’s páramo ecosystem, its glacial lakes, and its importance as a protected water source for southern Ecuador. Cajas is part of the Macizo del Cajas Biosphere Reserve, recognized by UNESCO in 2013.Mirador Tres Cruces
30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedOur first stop is Tres Cruces, one of the most impressive viewpoints in Cajas National Park. This area marks the continental water divide, where rainfall flows either toward the Amazon Basin or toward the Pacific Ocean. We will take a short walk nearby to enjoy the highland scenery, dramatic mountain views, and the fresh air of the Andean páramo.Laguna La Toreadora
30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedWe continue to the Toreadora Refuge, the main access point to Cajas National Park and one of its most visited areas. Located beside Toreadora Lake, this stop offers beautiful views of the surrounding wetlands, hills, and native vegetation. The area is also an ideal place to understand how the park’s lakes and sponge-like páramo help regulate water for Cuenca.El Cajas National Park
3 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedFrom Toreadora, we begin a guided hike along Route 1, a moderate 3-hour trail through páramo grasslands, wetlands, rocky paths, and high-altitude lagoons. The guide will adjust the pace to the group, making the experience comfortable while taking time to enjoy the views, observe unique native flora, and possibly spot local bird species such as the beautiful blue Tit-like Dacnis, highland hummingbirds, and other Andean birds. Unlike a simple sightseeing visit, this tour is designed to experience Cajas on foot, with meaningful stops along the route to appreciate the park’s geology, biodiversity, and quiet mountain landscapes.Bosque Mágico de Polylepis
20 minsAdmission Ticket FreeDuring the hike, we will visit the Polylepis Forest, one of the most unique environments in the park. These remarkable high-altitude trees, known for their thin, layered bark, create a rare and peaceful forest landscape surrounded by mountains and lagoons. Walking through this ancient-looking forest can feel like stepping into a scene from The Lord of the Rings, with twisted trees, soft moss, and misty Andean scenery. Your guide will explain why this ecosystem is so important for biodiversity and conservation in the Andes.Entrada Parque Nacional Cajas
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not IncludedAfter the hike, we will enjoy lunch at a traditional restaurant near the park. Trout is the local specialty and a favorite option after walking through the cool highlands, while vegetarian and vegan options are also available. This stop adds a warm cultural touch to the day and supports local businesses connected to the communities around Cajas National Park.Cuenca
45 minsAdmission Ticket FreeAfter lunch, we return comfortably to Cuenca, completing a full-day experience that goes beyond a quick viewpoint stop. With guided hiking, scenic landscapes, local insight, and time to connect with the park’s ecosystems, this tour offers a deeper and more active way to experience Cajas National Park.
What's included
INCLUDED
Lunch with trout option (IF SELECTED during the booking process)
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
Naturalist Tour Guide
Transport by private vehicle
NOT INCLUDED
Gratuities (Optional)
Customer reviews
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A minimum of 2 people is required to operate shared tours. We reserve the right to cancel the tour if there are not at least 2 participants.
Bookings made 48 hours prior to the tour are subject to guide availability.
For Shared Tours hotel pickups commence prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
Vegetarian/Vegan/Gluten-Free/Lactose-Free options are available, please advise at the time of booking if required.
For 1 to 6 passengers, a bilingual guide will also be the driver. For more than 6 passengers, a driver and a bilingual guide will be provided. Max group size 15 travelers.
Location
Address
Cuenca, Ecuador 010219
Provider
Cuenca Bestours Tour Operator
From
NZD 84
or use 6,330 KrisFlyer miles
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