Cajas National Park Small-Group tour from Cuenca
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Cajas National Park Small-Group tour from Cuenca
Next available dates
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17 Dec
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18 Dec
Fri
19 Dec
Bestseller
Full Day Private tour
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Free cancellation
Duration: 8 hours
Lunch included
Pickup included
Lunch included
Pickup included
From
NZD 230
Shared tour WITHOUT lunch
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Free cancellation
Duration: 8 hours
Pickup included
Pickup included
From
NZD 86
Group tour with lunch full day
Instant confirmation
Free cancellation
Duration: 8 hours
Lunch in local restaurant
Pickup included
Lunch in local restaurant
Pickup included
From
NZD 107
Highlights
Hike through the ecosystem of primary cloud forest, afterwards the intercontinental water division and finally take an amazing walk across the highlands to exprore the unique Polylepis Forest. The park includes approximately 768 lakes in an area of 70,533 acres. It is one of the most important water sources in Cuenca and Ecuador
Itinerary
El Cajas National Park
3 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeCajas National Park is located a short 40-minute drive from Cuenca. It has gained international prominence in several categories such: Wetland of International Importance by RAMSAR and Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 2013. We will visit the dividing inland waterway first and then we will start a moderate 2 ½ hour hike (Depending on the pace of the group) in the highlands through the moorland ecosystem of wetlands and lakes. Our naturalist guide will spot some of the endemic flora, and explain some of the main facts of the geology, history, and culture of the area. Then we will get to the unique forest of polylepis trees, which are considered some of the highest growing trees in the world. Before returning to Cuenca, we will have lunch at a traditional restaurant in the area. The specialty is trout!Laguna Llaviucu
1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThen we will continue our tour with a 1 ½ hour soft hike in the Llaviuco area, located in the lower part of the part of the park through the ecosystem of the primary montane forest, also known as "Cloud Forest". This is a great opportunity to acclimatize while our naturalist guide shows you some of the main aspects of the local flora and fauna.
What's included
INCLUDED
Lunch with trout option (IF SELECTED during the booking process)
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Naturalist Tour Guide
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
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
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NZD 86
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