11. Boxes 360 Half Day National Park
5.0· 4 reviewsEmbark on a charming tour of El Cajas National Park. Its haze-covered mountains hold stunning landscapes on every trail, from open meadows to forests full of life. In the middle of the tour, the silence is interrupted only by the murmur of the wind and the song of birds that accompany the traveler. The lagoons, with their serene waters, reflect the vastness of the sky and convey a peace difficult to forget. This scenario invites both adventure and contemplation, offering a perfect space to disconnect from the routine and connect with the essence of the environment at every moment.
22. Cultural Tour Ingapirca Ruins + Gualaceo & Chordeleg from Cuenca
5.0· 47 reviewsEnjoy a special tour that complements archaeology and history at the Ingapirca archaeological complex located in the province of Cañar with a visit to artisan workshops in the Azuay cantons of Gualaceo and Chordeleg. This adventure has been designed for all types of tourists since the activities require little physical effort and allow you to enjoy beautiful landscapes and also learn about gastronomy, culture and crafts such as filigree jewelry and 100% handmade textiles.
33. Cajas National Park Small-Group tour from Cuenca
5.0· 222 reviewsHike 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
44. El Chorro waterfalls and Busa lake tour from Cuenca
4.9· 39 reviews· 8 hoursOne of the most outstanding waterfalls in Ecuador is the Girón Waterfalls, within this journey you will admire beautiful valleys with cattle, and you will have the opportunity to taste a delicious yogurt typical to the area, site recognized for contributing much of dairy products to the South of the Ecuador,you will also have an encounter with the history of Ecuador during your visit center of Girón village where you will try a tasty bread known as "achira", produced with a plant typical of the region. Once you arrive to the Girón waterfalls you will enjoy a hike of approximately 30 minutes to reach the first waterfall (Considered on of the highest waterfall in South America), appreciating some birds and native vegetation of this fantastic place which provides water to Girón. You will also visit and walk around the Sacred Cañari Lake of Busa, a place that encloses the mysticism of the Andean cultures.
55. Giron Waterfall and Busa Lake
4.9· 33 reviewsEnjoy a drive among beautiful ranches to reach El Chorro de Giron waterfall where we will hike through the cloud forest. Later we will visit Busa lake where we will do a hike around it.
66. Inca Trail to Ingapirca
4.8· 5 reviews· 10 hoursThe Inca Trail is by far the most famous trek in South America. Our tour takes you to the Ecuador's Major Inca Trail, in just 6 miles (10km) we combine beautiful mountain scenery and the stunning mix of Inca paving stones. Highlights: • Hike a portion of one of the most famous Inca trails and enjoy the pristine Ecuadorian paramo. • Visit the largest Inca archaeological site in Ecuador and the only elliptical temple in the Inca empire • Enjoy the beauty of the Ecuadorian Andes while you drive through the fertile ranchland of the countryside.
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