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Cajas National Park

Cajas brings together páramo, Andean forest and glacial-origin lakes. Llaviucu offers a less demanding walk, while Toreadora opens onto high-altitude scenery where a slow pace is sensible.

Cajas National Park
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The place

What makes it special

  • Llaviucu combines montane forest with a short, low-difficulty trail.
  • Toreadora features lakes, tussock grassland and exposed rock at close to 4,000 metres.
  • The park lies within the core of the Macizo del Cajas Biosphere Reserve.
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Profile updated: 29/09/2026