Amazing Cajas National Park Tour from Cuenca
Overview
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Discover the magic of Cajas National Park, one of the most beautiful places in South America, on a full day tour of approximately 7 hours. Explore and learn about the Andean vegetation. In this spectacular place you can enjoy a lake system that has more than 200 lakes of glacial origin. In addition to the beautiful landscape, you can enjoy the presence of beautiful birds, llamas and alpacas.
The park is located 30km west of the city of Cuenca, between 3160 and 4450masl, the surface area of the park is 28544 hectares and the ecosystem known as paramo predominates. Experience the authentic!
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Wear warm and comfortable clothes, rain jacket, hiking shoes, cap or toque, sunscreem
Minimum 1 adult to book this tour
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
After booking this tour we required : names, passport numbers, age and nationality of all participants
What To Expect
El Cajas National Park
The guide will pick you up from your hotel or apartment to travel 1 hour to the 3 Cruces viewpoint. During the trip the guide will give you relevant information about the area.
El Cajas National Park
Here at the 3 Cruces viewpoint, the guide will explain about the continental watershed and also about the religious importance of this place, especially for travelers. For photography lovers, when the weather permits, you can take excellent photos of the Cajas Park landscape from its different viewpoints.
Options
Full day Tour without lunch
Full day tour without lunch: Special option for people who prefer to bring their own food or pay directly for something at the restaurant. Pickup included
Full day Group tour with lunch
Group tour with local lunch: Perfect option for people who like to eat in a local restaurant and enjoy the park with other tourists. Pickup included
Full day Private tour
Private Tour with lunch: This is an excellent option for people who prefer to decide about the time to start the tour and travel alone between them Pickup included
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
All Fees and Taxes
Lunch (Less in the option without lunch)
Transport by private vehicle
Drinks
Tips
Personal expenses
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
251 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Incredible experience
E9401HGvictorc,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience, Moisés is a very good guide, very patient, entertaining, and it is clear that he knows a lot; I will definitely return at some point.
Must see area near Cuenca
Anne G,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing private tour with Edison in Las Cajas National Park. We learned so much about the area on our hike, enjoyed a delicious lunch, and finished with a great view of Cuenca. Highly recommend!
Great trip !
piotrkT3890PC,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you're planning a trip to Cajas National Park, choose Edison and Polylepis Tours! We were picked up from our hotel right on time, and the journey was safe and smooth. Our guide—who spoke excellent English—shared fascinating insights into Ecuador's flora and fauna, as well as its national traditions and culture. Beautiful scenery, fantastic hiking—and to top it all off, a delicious lunch at the end. Highly recommended!
A good guide worth every cent
883shira,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Diego is a wonderful guide. Filled with knowledge about the special plants, flowers and condition in 4000 meter. Amazing tour, worth every cent
Beautiful landscape
jasent2022,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Moses arrived on-time for the pickup. He was knowledgeable & took breaks when he saw I needed one. Beautiful landscape. Elevation on the trail wasn’t too bad, but at 3800m, I was needing oxygen.
Small group, very funny...
Clara M,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Small group, very funny and kind driver and guide. The landscape of cajas national park was so amazing, I think its a must when you are in Cuenca
Day trip to Cajas national park, Cuenca
Sorina M,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The trip was very informative- you will be trekking at altitude so be aware of the strong uv. Sunscreen hat and water are essential. Sturdy boots, layered clothes and a small rucksack. It was about 3 hours but tailored to guests ability and desire. We visited 3 separate climates and altitudes the highest 4200m. The main trek at 3800m. We stopped for a great lunch as part of the deal and then visited the lower part of the valley. Diego our guide was excellent in every aspect.
Fantastic experience from start to finish
Seba 1804,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend this tour! Our guide Diego was super friendly and explained so many interesting things along the way – we learned a lot and felt very well taken care of. The nature was absolutely beautiful, and the whole tour was perfectly organized. The lunch was also really delicious and a great addition to the day. We had an amazing time and would definitely do it again!
Great Hike in Cajas National Park
calvinc901,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour to Cajas national park was great! The tour guide Diego was very friendly and knowledgeable and the hike was spectacular.
Perfect Tour of a Breathtaking Place
Harrison B,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour of the national park! Our terrific tour guide (Pedro) was not only experienced in navigating the park but also had lots of great information about the natural environment. I would say the tour is best for hikers with medium level of fitness/experience - there are some steeper hills and rock scrambles but nothing unmanageable. The lunch add-on is definitely worth it. A lot of good food at a traditional Ecuadorian restaurant. The park itself is absolutely stunning - towering mountains, chilly lakes, marshes, forests, and out of this world fauna. Truly unmissable if you’re traveling in Ecuador.
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