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The Top 15 Attractions in Imbabura

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Imbabura. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Imbabura is a region where 15

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: October 23, 2025

Start of the Cuicocha Lagoon Loop Trail

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Circular hike around the "guinea pig lagoon". The easiest way to get there from Otavalo is by bus to Quiroga and then by taxi from the parque central there ($5)

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Peguche Waterfall

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Look for a sacred place with beautifully landscaped hiking trails. At the top you can crawl through narrow caves and discover other smaller waterfalls.

Entrance fees are required.

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Yahuarcocha Lake

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Great ways and beautiful nature for cycling!

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Wildflower Path in Reserva Ecológica Cotacachi-Cayapas

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Being in this place and having the feeling of turning around and knowing everything you walked, is beautiful. A different view of everything and the most refreshing and delicious breeze there is.

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Facchawahua Stone Sculptures and Wish Fountain

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Behind the figures at the parking lot there is a sales area of the local indigenous people, where you can also have a drink.

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Laguna Grande de Mojanda

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Nice excursion to a total of 3 lagoons. It takes about 45 minutes by taxi from Otavalo, the road is uneven cobblestone and very winding. Arrived at the lagoon you …

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San Pablo Lake

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Lake San Pablo or Imbacocha, Spanish Lago San Pablo, Kichwa: Impakucha ("Lake of the Andean Climbing Catfish": impa "Andean Climbing Catfish", kucha "lake") is located in the province of Imbabura …

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El Lechero Sacred Tree and Viewpoint

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El Lechero is a viewpoint whose tree at the top of the hill is considered sacred. Although unknown to many people, this tranquil spot offers beautiful views of the surrounding …

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Road to Imantag

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This stretch of asphalt road connects Conaqui with Imantag. The road is quiet and passes through cultivated fields and hills. A very picturesque panorama.

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Cobblestone path

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Very steep stretch of road out of Otavalo. The characteristic feature is the cobbled surface which becomes difficult to pedal after rain.

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The Top 15 Attractions in Imbabura

Start of the Cuicocha Lagoon Loop Trail

Peguche Waterfall

Yahuarcocha Lake

Wildflower Path in Reserva Ecológica Cotacachi-Cayapas

Facchawahua Stone Sculptures and Wish Fountain

Laguna Grande de Mojanda

San Pablo Lake

El Lechero Sacred Tree and Viewpoint

Road to Imantag

Cobblestone path

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