This is a visit to the picturesque paradise of Yunguilla valley in the south of Ecuador.

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"Beautiful Andean highland scenery, very tranquil, traditional with lots of nature and abundant agriculture. "

Comparably small, Ecuador has one of the greatest levels of biodiversity in the world.
A great example is the subtropical Yunguilla valley, which is located a one-hour drive southwest from Cuenca.
You can expect contrasting landscapes including the spectacular waterfall el Chorro, which is surrounded by dense cloud forest.
Experience a wide range of bird species throughout the valley and all different kind of fruit vegetation such as banana, avocado, orange and lemon trees.
Since it is around 450 meters lower then Cuenca one can usually expect warm weather all year long.

Giron Canton located 44 kilometers south west of Cuenca. One of the places of interest is the Museum Casa de los Tratados, where you can evidence the signing of the Convenio de Giron, after the battle in 1829, when the Gran Colombian troops overcame the Peruvians.
There are natural attractions such as "El Chorro," which has two waterfalls (one of them 70 meters high), in a mountainous forest of great beauty.
To reach El Chorro you have to rent a truck in Giron: the approximate cost is $5.00, or if you enjoy walking, it will take you about one hour from the village to the waterfalls. The entrance fee is $2.00
Valle de Yunguilla
Thirty kilometers south of Giron is the Yunguilla Valley. It is one of the warmest areas in the province (1.200 to 2.000 meters above sea evel) and its characterized by its cultivation of sugar cane and fruit trees. It is one of the holiday centers of highest importance for Cuencanos, with beautiful summer houses as well as areas for sports and family time.

What to Bring: Comfortable shoes, a sun hat, sunscreen, camera.

Price: $65.  PLEASE SIGN UP BEFORE 4:00 PM THURSDAY. WE MUST CONFIRM THIS TRIP WITH THE OPERATING AGENCY BY THURSDAY EVENING! 

What’s included: Private transportation all day, a professional bilingual guide.

Price excludes: lunch