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Hike El Cajas - Beyond the Common Trail

Recommended by 93% of travelers
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Cuenca, Ecuador
  • 5 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Literally, get off the beaten path on a private hiking tour in Cajas National Park. After a hassle-free transfer from your Cuenca accommodation, your guide will lead you on a light trek through a secluded valley. Have your camera ready for postcard-worthy views of Lake Llaviucu, an abandoned German brewery, and wild horses and alpacas.
  • Get the personalized experience of a private tour
  • Explore an area of the park that most people miss
  • Feel secure with a guide on hand at all times
  • Travel comfortably in private transportation

What's Included

  • Private transportation

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Operating hours
    .9:30 am

    What To Expect

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Please allow enough time to acclimate to the high-elevation before taking this hike
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Reviews

    4.7
    based on 15 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Explore Cajas!

    Mario_P, Nov 2024
    I had a great day in beautiful nature! I can highly recommend this tour with Marc and Marian from Explore Cajas, they are super nice and they know some nice spots normally no one else is going to. The hike (for me) was easy, not too long and almost flat most of the time.

    This was a great trip and...

    Cody_B, Jan 2022
    This was a great trip and way to spend the day, with good views and history of the valley. Very convenient and interesting

    Wir hatten eine...

    Nadja_E, Aug 2022
    Wir hatten eine supertolle Wanderung mit Marian, abseits der bekannten Routen. Wir fühlten uns super-wohl mit ihr und würden sofort wieder mit ihr eine Tour machen. Wärmstens empfohlen!

    Lindisima experiencia

    Marisol_H, Feb 2022
    Muy hermosa experiencia, Marc and Marian son excelentes guías. Aman su trabajo y aman las montañas. El lugar es espectacular !

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