This extraordinary, 59-acre nature preserve and El Cajas Mountain property offer unmatched peace and tranquility. 

Set high in the dramatic Andean landscape in El Cajas, this spectacular, 59-acre property feels less like land and more like your own private national park. Rolling golden páramo grasses ripple in the mountain wind. Waterfalls cascade down ancient rock faces. Clear mountain rivers carve their way through the valley, home to trout and other native fish. And beautiful lakes dot the landscape and are easy to hike to from this pristine property. Here, the air is crisp, the skies expansive, and the silence profound.

This is one of the most ecologically rich regions in southern Ecuador. The broader Cajas Mountain area is internationally recognized for its biodiversity, glacial lakes, rare flora, and world-class birdwatching. From this property, you are immersed in that same high-altitude ecosystem — a front-row seat to one of the most distinctive natural environments in the world — yet only 30 minutes away from Cuenca- Ecuador's cultural capital and the country's third largest city, boasting fabulous restaurants, cafes, shops, and museums. quaint cobblestone streets and gorgeous architecture set against the backdrop of four rivers.

The El Cajas property is fenced with barbed wire and an entrance -- both of which need some upgrading for anyone wanting complete protection and privacy.

The land is dotted with humedals – a natural area saturated with underground water. These ecosystems serve as critical, biodiversity-rich habitats that filter water, mitigate climate change, and protect  the land.

The property itself is both raw and thoughtfully improved. A rustic access road leads onto the land and could remain as-is for those who value authenticity and minimal impact, or be upgraded for easier year-round accessibility. Remarkably, the property already has water, electricity, and Internet infrastructure in place, along with city-approved property lines — an uncommon advantage for land in such a pristine setting.

The possibilities here are as expansive as the views. The owner has documents that state current building restrictions, which will be analyzed by an attorney prior to purchase to ensure that what you would like to do with the land is appropriate and allowed in 2026.

Regardless, the scale of the land allows for privacy, protection of natural corridors, and preservation of the waterfalls and waterways that make this parcel so rare.

The most compelling element for this one-of-a-kind land is the price. For 59 acres in the Cajas Mountain region — with waterfalls, rivers, infrastructure in place, and proximity to Cuenca — opportunities at this level are increasingly scarce. Comparable parcels of this scale and natural significance are rarely available, making this offering not only extraordinary in character but also exceptional in value.

Parcels of this scale, ecological richness, and location rarely come to market — particularly with utilities already in place. Whether held as a long-term land investment, developed thoughtfully (subject to local regulations), or preserved as a private sanctuary, the value proposition here is exceptional.

This extraordinary, 59-acre nature preserve and El Cajas Mountain property is listed at  $250.00 USD. Land improvements include water, electric, and internet and zoned property lines approved by the city.