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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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Hotel pick-up
Lunch
Licensed tour guide English/Spanish
Transportation
Tips (optional), entrance fees and extras.
Entrance fee to Waterfall $3 p.p
Entrance fee to Busa lake $2 p.p
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
On the corner of Sucre St and Coronel Talbot St.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• 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.
What to expect
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Giron
1 hour
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. -
Laguna de Busa
1 hour
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Guayaquil).
Additional Information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Giron Waterfall and Busa Lake
Can I cancel Giron Waterfall and Busa Lake for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 7–8 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
On the corner of Sucre St and Coronel Talbot St. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Hotel pick-up
- Lunch
- Licensed tour guide English/Spanish
- Transportation
What's not included?
- Tips (optional), entrance fees and extras.
- Entrance fee to Waterfall $3 p.p
- Entrance fee to Busa lake $2 p.p
Which places does it visit?
It visits Giron, Laguna de Busa.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Cuenca Bestours Tour Operator
