Birdwatching Tour in Cajas National Park from Cuenca

5.0(9)8 hFree cancellationBy Polylepis Tours

About this activity

The park is located only 45 minutes from Cuenca. This lagoon system, with over 230 lakes, invites you to enjoy one of the nicest landscapes in South America. There are different ecosystems such as: Andean Mountain forest, Polylepis forest, paramo or grassland. You will have the chance to spot many interesting birds, even the endemic hummingbird of Cajas - the “Violet Throated Metaltail”- one of the most important birds in Ecuador. Also, on this tour you will see the beautiful Tit Like Dacnis, Blue Mantled Thornbill, Stout Billed Cinclodes, Tawny Antpitta, Spectacled Whitestar, Tyrian Metaltail, Gray Breasted Mountain Toucan, Andean Guan, and so much more.

What's included

✓Bottled water
✓Pick up (hotels or apartments)
✓Binoculars (please ask for these in advance)
✓Private transportation
✓Bird list of the area
✓Box lunch
✓Bilingual birdwatcher tour guide

Not included

✕Personal expenses
✕Tips

Good to know

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
A minimum of 1 adult to book this tour

Cancellation policy

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

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