Cascada de Peguche
Cascada de Peguche
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TravelingJodie
Detroit, MI118 contributions
Nov 2022
The walk to get to the entrance was clean and well kept. The entry donation is $0.50 per person - quite reasonable. Once inside, there are some short but pretty trails to get the waterfall. The waterfall itself was pretty and had a couple different look out points. Leaving the waterfall, they had a few activities for kids and teens, including a a zip line swing. Definitely work a stop if you are in Otavalo.
Written November 29, 2022
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LSLOVENIA
23 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Nice place, great view, dont need guide. Could take taxi from Otavalo for 3 dolars one way. Recomended to walk back to the Otavalo, it is just 20 min from the city.
Written February 4, 2020
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Patricio M
6 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
The Peguche Waterfall is a recreational environmental area, made up of the protective forest, with an area of ​​40 hectares, a tourist reference due to its attractiveness, heritage value and level of acceptance by visitors, tourists and hikers.
We can also visit small suitable pools in the lower part, next to the river. During the Inti Raymi festivities, the Peguche waterfall is the ceremonial center for the purification ritual. In it, dancers from various communities bathe in its waters starting at 8 at night before starting the dances.
This waterfall, 30 meters high and 6 meters wide, is formed on steep slopes.
We can also visit small suitable pools in the lower part, next to the river. During the Inti Raymi festivities, the Peguche waterfall is the ceremonial center for the purification ritual. In it, dancers from various communities bathe in its waters starting at 8 at night before starting the dances.
This waterfall, 30 meters high and 6 meters wide, is formed on steep slopes.
Written October 24, 2023
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Kaden C
Logan, UT3 contributions
Jun 2024 • Friends
This is a fantastic short activity to enjoy if you’re in the area. Located on the outskirts of Otavalo, it's a must-add to your itinerary. The walk to the waterfall takes about 15-20 minutes (or 10 if you’re a brisk walker). Expect to get pleasantly damp from the waterfall's mist, so don't forget to bring a poncho or rain jacket. Recently, a local has been charging 50 cents to get up close for a cool photo op, so have some change handy. It's definitely worth it for the experience.
Written June 15, 2024
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Jim B
Parker, CO115 contributions
Jun 2021
We stopped here as part of our exposure to the Otavalo region. As we strolled along the path through the giant eucalyptus trees, our guide (LincolnJabra - most highly recommended) explained the significance of running rivers and waterfalls as a soul-cleansing feature of Andean culture. He related stories from local lore and explained how the falls played into events such as November 2nd (Day of the Dead). It is an easy and pleasant hike to a pretty, modest-sized waterfall.
Written July 2, 2021
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Jim Colo Spgs
Colorado Springs, CO5 contributions
Feb 2020 • Solo
This pleasant site deserves a visit for its nice waterfall and for interacting with locals. Doing it on your own is super easy. Especially on weekends and holidays, it's great to watch local families and couples enjoy the area. An efficient and easy $3 taxi ride gets you there from Otavalo, but I enjoyed the 30 cent bus ride back more. Locals in traditional dress and the fabulous and garishly decorated driver's area made the brief trip wonderful.
Written February 23, 2020
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Jennifer Guerrero
4 contributions
Aug 2022
The Peguche waterfall is in the city of Otavalo. It is a magical place full of humble and respectful people. We can live a moment of peace with nature. Also, when walking in its surroundings, it is very quiet and we can go with the whole family or with friends. It is definitely a place that everyone should visit because it is a very clean and full of new things.
Written October 28, 2022
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Warwick-Woolie
Stratford-upon-Avon, UK144 contributions
Oct 2022
My first comment about this place is to ignore the google maps the directs to the top of a track / rough road. You end up at the top of the falls, you cant see them from here. Search for the Solar calendar and then follow the trail to the falls. (we weren't the only people making this mistake, we saw a few other cars heading up the same track as us.) One other thing, there is a sign ½ way back towards Otavalo that points to the Condor park over the small river, DO NOT TAKE IT, it is a proper off road deeply creviced track. Even in our 4x4 we didn't tackle it.
OK, the falls themselves. Super cheap to get in, $2 for the family. Still a lot of sanitising going on here, there is an overhead spray as you walk in to the square, then they ask you to sanitise as you enter the falls area.
You then can walk around the well maintained trails towards the falls, there are a few up and down choices, if you follow the crowd (there will be one) you'll end up at the bridge to cross the river at the base of the falls. Lots of good view points. Lots of local and international tourists too. On the other side of the falls are a few food and gifts shacks. Nicely underdeveloped! please don't let it change!
OK, the falls themselves. Super cheap to get in, $2 for the family. Still a lot of sanitising going on here, there is an overhead spray as you walk in to the square, then they ask you to sanitise as you enter the falls area.
You then can walk around the well maintained trails towards the falls, there are a few up and down choices, if you follow the crowd (there will be one) you'll end up at the bridge to cross the river at the base of the falls. Lots of good view points. Lots of local and international tourists too. On the other side of the falls are a few food and gifts shacks. Nicely underdeveloped! please don't let it change!
Written October 19, 2022
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Carol K
San Antonio, TX9 contributions
May 2023
A well maintained trail and easy walk to the Cascada was enjoyable and the opportunity to see the flora. Once at our destination, we took some photos and cooled off with the mist from the falls. We're glad we took this side trip to see more of the landscape and since it doesn't take much time, we recommend it. We would not go out of our way to visit the Cascada.
Written May 29, 2023
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Carito
Villa Maria, Argentina15 contributions
Sept 2023 • Friends
Every time I visited this place I love it, the hike to the waterfall is spectacular. Walk on a path with nature and be filled with life with every step.
I always have the best moments, it is an easy and light hike for anyone who has never hiked.
I always have the best moments, it is an easy and light hike for anyone who has never hiked.
Written September 9, 2023
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Buenas noches tengo una consulta hay que hacer reservacion para acampar en peguche
Written June 2, 2019
La entrada es gratis pero por seguridad de ustedes es bueno avisar que van a acampar
Written June 4, 2019
Hola gente linda!me sobran 4 dÃas partiendo desde Quito que me recomiendan hacer ?puedo moverme en bus tengo bajo presupuesto(estoy al final de mi viaje) amo el contacto con la naturaleza aves y demás, no puedo contratar excursiones pero puedo caminar mucho jaja gracias y buena vida.
Written June 2, 2018
Yo, personalmente me irÃa a Mindo. Lugar de fácil acceso en bus desde Quito y precios económicos. Si realmente te gusta el contacto con la naturaleza es la mejor opción. Bosques tropicales con gran diversidad de aves en libertad, mariposarios, orquidiarios... Una estupenda ruta a través de la Yellow House por senderos que pide durar hasta varias horas, observando todo tipo de aves, y sino ruta de las cascadas y deportes extremos.
Written June 3, 2018
hola buenos dias!! me podrias comentar por favor si esa caminata se puede hacer de a pie por mi cuenta desde el pueblo , si esta demarcada la senda y confirmarme si el costo de la entrada es a voluntad como lei ?muchisimas gracias saludos desde patagonia argentina
Written March 25, 2018
Hola Marcia, si tu llegas a Iluman , que es el pueblo mas cercano a Peguche, te toma los diez minutos en taxi, pero si llegas a Peguche mismo, hay un hotel muy pintoresco que queda a 200 metros de la cascada , no tiene un costo fijo la entrada al lugar, das una contribucion voluntaria para el mantenimiento del lugar, la ruta esta perfectamente delimitada y es muy seguro, buen viaje, disfruta.
Written March 25, 2018
How do I get from the market in Otavalo to Pegueche waterfalls?
Bus, tax, or can walk there? Gracias.
Written November 8, 2016
I believe we took a cab to the tiny village near the waterfall, and then walked back (less than $10 taxi, and 45 min or so walk). We took the cab because we were not all that adventuresome, and did not know which way to go... But from the waterfall you can see the town, so it was less intimidating... also it was not easy to find a cab back. The walk back was easy, but not all that interesting.
Written November 9, 2016
Olá,
Por favor, como faço para vsitar essa Cascata de Peguche?
E qual a melhor forma de ir de Quito à Otavalo?
Obrigada!
Bia
Written June 17, 2015
Olá,
Visitarei o Equador em Outubro e gostaria de dicas sobre como a CAscata de Peguche.
Como faço para chegar no local?
Precisa de Guia?
Quanto tempo precisa para visitar?
Quais as melhores dicas de turismo natural em Otalavo? Como ver vulcões, cascatas, lagos e natureza?
Obrigada!
Bia
Written June 11, 2015
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