Macas is a small town, capital of Morona Santiago, Ecuador. It is known as the “Emerald of the East” due to its location east of the Andes mountains. Macas lies in the Upano Valley overlooking the Upano River. About the altitude, Macas has an elevation of 3,445 feet (1,050 meters) above sea level. Macas is a ... Read more
Visiting the Amazon from Cuenca, Ecuador is a must, nearest Amazon rainforest to Cuenca is the Podocarpus National Park, located in the provinces of Zamora Chinchipe and Loja, this is south-east of Ecuador — it is a four-hour trip by bus or car. Macas is the closest jungle town to Cuenca, Ecuador. This place is a great ... Read more
Protected Forest of Peguche is one of the most beautiful rainforests in northern Ecuador. This forest has a big area for camping and picnics. As well as a well-maintained trail system with facilities along the way. A short walk from the entrance following the trails leads to the Peguche waterfall. The fall is the protected ... Read more
