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cuenca and surroundings

LLAVIUCO SLT 002

At only 20 min (17 km) away from Cuenca, is the lower part of the Cajas National Park: the Llaviuco area. It possesses a highly interesting mixture of habitats for bird-watching: well preserved mountain forests, paramos, lakes and pastures. The Mountain Toucan, Andean Guan, Masked Trogon, Turquoise Jay, various colorful Tanagers and 12 species of Hummingbirds and aquatic birds are among the highlights.

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BIRD-WATCHING IN CUENCA’S SURROUNDINGS SLT 001

 

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Cuenca is strategically located near important ecosystems with an interesting diversity of birds:

The most popular area for bird watching close to Cuenca is undoubtedly the very well known CAJAS NATIONAL PARK (35 Km), it hosts some 150 upper Andean species; the most notable is the Violet-throated Metaltail, a humming bird which is practically endemic to this protected area.

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HORSE BACK RIDING and ORGANIC FARM FULL DAY

Horse back riding is a perfect way to enjoy the country side. During the morning horseback riding along countryside trails through indigenous and private farming sites, areas of primary forest, the ancient Inca trail and small hidden villages. The old trails from the colonial era follow the top of the mountain ridge, providing amazing views from the saddle.
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