El Chorro waterfalls and Busa lake tour from Cuenca

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Overview

Available languages

English
Spanish

8 hours

Mobile ticket

One 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.

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Professional guide

Lunch (Less in the option without lunch)

All activities

Transport by private vehicle

Personal expenses

Entrance fee

Tips

What To Expect

On this tour, the guide will take you to the south of the province of Azuay, to enjoy the magic of the Chorro waterfall and the Busa lake, sites considered sacred by the Cañari and Inca cultures. Also you will visit the historical district of Giron town.

Options

Group tour with local lunch

Tour with local lunch: Perfect option for people who like to try local food.
Pickup included

Half Day Tour (4-hours)

Half day Tour: Enjoy this nice half day tour, visitiing 2 of the most beautiful natural attractions in the province of Azuay.
Pickup included

Group Tour without lunch

Nice option for people who prefer to bring their own food.
Pickup included

Private tour

Private tour with lunch: Private tour designed according to your requirements, you will decide the pick up time and other details.
Pickup included

Reviews

4.97

32 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Guide made the experience

    Kathleen W,

    May 31, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Diego was a great guide! He had so much information, was kind and professional, a great day! Falls were beautiful!

  • Very inspiring tour

    Anibal B,

    May 2, 2024

    - Viator

    5.00

    Our tour guide Diego was truly a top notch tour guide. He was very punctual, safety conscious and above all, highly knowledgeable.

  • Andres was the best!! Hope to come again soon

    Brent F,

    Jun 16, 2021

    - Viator

    5.00

    Our small group of three had two tours with Polylepis tours put of Cuenca. The tours were the highlight of our stay in Cuenca. The operator followed up with us promptly before the tours and after. Our guide for both days was Andres. We all found him to be most informed and helpful during our tours. His English was “perfecto” even though our Spanish was very rusty to say the least. He was able to answer all of our questions along the way, many times before we even asked. He was professional and given the often difficult Covid restrictions, we were able to throughly enjoy each outing. We would recommend this tour operator and guide Andres without reservation!! 5 stars!!!!!

From USD 43.99

4.97
32 reviews