Embark on a half-day tour of Cajas National Park in Cuenca and discover a diverse range of wildlife, including Andean condors and giant hummingbirds. Explore the sanctuary of Virgen del Cajas and engage in photography, hiking, and experiential fishing.
- Cuenca - 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.
- El Cajas National Park - 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.
- Cuenca - Return to the city of Cuenca.
- Experienced local guide
- All transportation included
- Food and drinks
It will provide you with a unique experience as you’ll get to witness a variety of wildlife, including Andean condors, giant hummingbirds, and coatis. Adjacent to the park, the Virgen del Cajas sanctuary is an open-air place of worship where it’s believed the Virgin Mary made an appearance. Popular activities conducted here include photography, hiking, and immersive fishing.
- 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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
