You will see some of the most important birds of the country like Frentiestrella Arcoiris (Coeligena irie), the Rayito Brillante (Anglaeactis cupripennis) and the "Pico Espada".
The most important one is without a doubt the Gorjivioleta (Metallura baroni) This is an endemic species of the Cajas, which is not found anywhere in the World
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local guide
Tea, coffee, cookies, etc for the morning while observing
Transportation
Box Lunch
Personal Expenses
Tips
Bird Watching Equipment (passengers bring their own equipment)
Meeting Points
Departure
Cuenca
Return
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Walking activities are included,let us know previously if you had any mobility issue
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You will see some of the most important birds of the country like Frentiestrella Arcoiris (Coeligena irie), the Rayito Brillante (Anglaeactis cupripennis) and the "Pico Espada".
The most important one is without a doubt the Gorjivioleta (Metallura baroni) This is an endemic species of the Cajas, which is not found anywhere in the World
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local guide
Tea, coffee, cookies, etc for the morning while observing
Transportation
Box Lunch
Personal Expenses
Tips
Bird Watching Equipment (passengers bring their own equipment)
Meeting Points
Departure
Cuenca
Return
Itinerary
The tour starts very early at approximately 06:00a. We will go to the Cajas National Park to the sector of Llaviuco (height 3100 meters) which is considered the best place in the National Park for bird watching. This high montane forest is in excellent state of conservation, allowing to easily find very striking species such as the Andean Toucan Pechigris (Andigena hypoglauca), the Andean Pava (Penelope montagnii) the Masked Trogon (Trogon personatus), the Turquoise Magpie (Cyanolyca turcosa) and several species of colourful tangaras and some waterfowl. The twelve species of hummingbirds recorded in the area are a sample of the high diversity reached by this group of birds in mountain ecosys...
