Cuenca: El Chorro de Girón Waterfalls & Yunguilla Valley｜Ecuador

Begin your journey with a scenic drive through the green and fertile ranchlands of the Tarqui Valley, surrounded by beautiful Andean landscapes. Stop at one of the region’s most historically significant sites, associated with the battles of Ecuador’s independence. From here, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Andes.

Continue to the spectacular El Chorro de Girón Waterfalls, set within a lush cloud-forest environment covered with bromeliads, orchids, and soft green moss. Take a refreshing hike through the vibrant vegetation until you reach the impressive waterfall, which plunges approximately 250 feet (76 meters).

Next, head to the beautiful Yunguilla Valley, a warmer region where tropical crops such as bananas, coffee, flowers, and other products thrive. Here, you will have the opportunity to taste Mapanagua, a traditional local drink made with sugarcane.

Enjoy a short hike through a fascinating semi-desert landscape. Be amazed to find yourself surrounded by seemingly endless dry terrain while discovering a surprising oasis hidden within the landscape.

Before returning to Cuenca, enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, completing a day filled with nature, culture, history, and unforgettable landscapes.