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Cuenca,Azuay.

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High Lakes and Polylepis: Exploring El Cajas National Park

Glacial lakes, wind-carved ridges and the rare Polylepis forest: El Cajas National Park condenses high-Andean adventure within a short drive from Cuenca. This guide combines evocative trail notes with practical planning advice for day hikers and birdwatchers.

Cuenca, AzuayBy Adventure Collective

Cuenca Andes

Two Days in Cuenca: High-Andean Hikes, Artisan Villages and Living History

In 48 hours you can trade colonial plazas for glacial lakes, meet master artisans and hike high puna trails. This guide shows how to move well, linger longer and connect the landscape with its living culture.

Cuenca, AzuayBy Adventure Collective

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High Lakes and Polylepis: Exploring El Cajas National Park

Two Days in Cuenca: High-Andean Hikes, Artisan Villages and Living History

Stories from
Cuenca,Azuay.