What is the cancellation policy for this tour?

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

How long does this tour take?

Please check the tour page for the exact duration.

Where does this tour start?

This tour starts at: On the corner of Sucre St and Coronel Talbot St..

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Giron Waterfall and Busa Lake

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Overview

Enjoy a drive among beautiful ranches to reach El Chorro de Giron waterfall where we will hike through the cloud forest. Later we will visit Busa lake where we will do a hike around it.

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What's Included

✓ Included

Hotel pick-up
Full-day tour only
Licensed tour guide English/Spanish
Transportation

✗ Not Included

Tips (Based on satisfaction)
Laguna de Busa
Giron

Itinerary

Stop 1

This is a day full of contrasts. We start our day driving through the ever green and rich ranchland of the Tarqui Valley. The first stop will be at one of the most important historical places of the independence battles. From here you will be able to appreciate the beautiful Andes landscape. Next, we will reach the waterfalls of El Chorro de Giron, an amazing area of cloud forest covered in bromeliads, orchids and soft green moss. Here, you will hike through the lush vegetation to reach the cascades, a 250 foot high waterfall.

Stop 2

Then we will driver to Busa lake where we will do a short hike around the rim where you will be able to enjoy the beautiful views. We will stop for lunch at a local restaurant and return to Cuenca.

Meeting & End Point

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Meeting Point

On the corner of Sucre St and Coronel Talbot St.

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End Point

On the corner of Sucre St and Coronel Talbot St.

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Good to Know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult

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Special Instructions

• A minimum of 2 people is required to operate shared tours. We reserve the right to cancel the tour if there are not at least 2 participants.
• Bookings made 48 hours prior to the tour are subject to guide availability.
• Comfortable walking shoes and sun protection are recommended.
• Please get in touch with us at info@cuencabestours.com or WhatsApp +593-987-796-896 within 24 hours notice to reconfirm the tour and pick-up time.
• Vegetarian/Vegan/Gluten-Free/Lactose-Free options are available, please advise at the time of booking if required.
• A current valid passport or Id is required (A copy or picture is ok).
• Not wheelchair accessible.
• Infant meals not included.
• For 1 to 6 passengers, a bilingual guide will also be the driver. For more than 6 passengers, a driver and a bilingual guide will be provided.
• Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.