Cuenca: Girón Waterfall and Busa Lake Day Trip

Cuenca: Girón Waterfall and Busa Lake Day Trip

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Enjoy the magic of Girón Waterfall and the Busa Lake, sites considered sacred by the Cañari and Inca cultures. Discover the south of the province of Azuay and admire beautiful landscapes.

Highlights

Get to the viewpoint of Girón Waterfall
Explore the beautiful Busa lake
Learn about the colonial architecture in the historical center of Girón

Description

Visit two spectacular natural wonders on a day trip from Cuenca. Relax on your air-conditioned transportation as you arrive at Girón. Visit the historical center of the village and learn about its history. Also, taste a typical yogurt and a delicious bread known as 'achira', produced with a plant of the region. Then explore the Girón waterfalls on a 30-minute hike to reach the highest waterfall in South America. Try to spot some birds and native flora of this natural landscape. On the way admire the beautiful valleys with cattle. Also, visit the Sacred Cañari Lagoon of Busa. Immerse in the mysticism of the Andean cultures before going back to Cuenca.