One of the tallest waterfalls in the world is hidden in proximity to the Peruvian Amazon near the town of Chachapoyas. A true off the beaten path experience, getting there can be taxing but well worth the trip.
Being home to the largest and best-preserved colonial historic city center in Latin America make it a UNESCO World Heritage site. Filled with culture and history, the city modernizes within its traditional landscape.
When traveling from Cuenca to Guayaquil, the route involves crossing the scenic national park of El Cajas. With hundreds of lakes and wildlife, it offers plenty of activities and hikes of all difficulty levels.
Considered one of the most difficult feats of engineering, the locomotive descent/ascent of Nariz del Diablo has exhilarating landscapes. The colonial town of Alausi is also beautiful and worthy of an overnight stay.
Pay a visit to an indigenous settlement learning how make a yuca tortilla, playing football with the locals, and meeting a shaman. We also have our last view of the sunset and spend the final day making our way back.
Learn about the flora and wildlife of the Amazon on a walk through rainforest not only during the day, but also at night. There's also time to go for a swim in the lake and observe yet another breathtaking sunset at Laguna Grande.