Cuenca Ecuador Scavenger Hunt: Pumapungo Ruins & Gardens Trail
Experience the ultimate scavenger hunt adventure in Cuenca Ecuador Downtown, where the city center bursts with history and charm! Gather your team for a self-guided walking tour packed with riddles, missions, and challenges through Atenas del Ecuador’s most iconic spots. The hunt is flexible, interactive, and perfect for sightseeing and friendly, fi
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Cuenca. This top rated Cuenca Ecuador Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 2.03 miles and has 8 stops.
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Activity Info: Pumapungo Ruins & Gardens Trail
Cuenca, known as Atenas del Ecuador and the Ciudad de los Cuatro Ríos, boasts a vibrant Centro Histórico de Cuenca. It's blue domes and colonial streets make it a UNESCO Patrimonio Cultural de la Humanidad. Start your journey at Parque Calderón Cuenca! On this scavenger hunt adventure, you will solve clever riddles at Plaza de San Francisco, snap creative photos at Puente Roto, and take on fun missions around Museo Pumapungo and Ancestral Park. Each clue uncovers local art or hidden stories. Whether you are a curious local or first-time visitor, the hunt offers fresh discoveries every step. Explore El Barranco Cuenca or admire the famed Sombrero de Paja Toquilla legacy—there is something new for everyone.
You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time.
Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt
Statue of Huayna Capac
Embark on a royal meeting with the city's star Inca. Here, the great Huayna Capac stands in silent command, a symbol of power and renewal at the edge of the ancient empire.
Museo Pumapungo and Ancestral Park
Venture to the oldest roots of Cuenca, where mighty empires and hidden gardens await. Here, every path whispers secrets of ancient stonework and daring kings.
Puente Roto
Step toward Cuenca's wild side and uncover an old story carved in stone and water. This beloved spot is both scenic viewpoint and living museum, where the river meets resilience, and the city’s creative energy flows as strong as the river below.
Plaza de la Merced
Switch gears and relax in a quieter plaza where everyday stories unfold. Historic facades peek from behind leafy trees, setting a tranquil mood in this beloved corner for locals and travelers alike.
Parque Calderon
Time to stroll through the vibrant heart of Cuenca, known for it's timeless aura where city legends gather beneath sky-high araucaria trees. Ancient stones and modern life blend together in a space that hosts everything from grand parades to impromptu concerts. Step into the epicenter of El Austro, where Cuencanos celebrate both history and daily joys.
Monastery of El Carmen and Plaza de las Flores
Bloom into one of Cuenca's most colorful corners where traditions thrive beneath the gaze of grand baroque columns. Bright petals and sweet aromas fill a timeless square, perfect for those seeking the spirit of the city’s oldest rituals.
Plaza de San Francisco
Wander where hustle and heritage meet! Once packed with feisty traders and spirited locals, this square now sparkles with crafts, textiles, and the splash of a modern fountain.
Cruz del Vado
Climb to Cuenca's poetic lookout, where artists and dreamers gather above the city and river. Every stone tells a story of ancient crossings and local legends on the edge of El Vado.
How the Cuenca Ecuador Scavenger Hunt works
Grab your phone and head to downtown Cuenca! Open our app to start solving riddles, snapping fun photos, and completing unique challenges across the city center. Compete for points on our leaderboard as you discover hidden gems in real time—all at your own pace.
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Earn The Cuenca Ecuador Scavenger Hunt High Score
Love some friendly competition? During the Cuenca Ecuador Scavenger Hunt, each teammate gets interactive photo challenges at places like Plaza de la Merced or trivia about Museo Pumapungo. Work together to solve clues around Parque Calderón for top leaderboard status—and ultimate bragging rights in downtown Cuenca!
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Reviews for Cuenca Ecuador Scavenger Hunt: Pumapungo Ruins & Gardens Trail
Exploring Panas paradise through this scavenger hunt was my favorite thing to do in Cuenca. Each challenge highlighted unique points of interest all over downtown.
Nathaniel Carver
ScavengerHunt.com made discovering Downtown Cuenca easy. The walking tour led us to hidden places like Ancestral Park and flower vendors at Plaza de las Flores.
Lydia Griffiths
The best outdoor activity in the heart of Old Town Cuenca. Walking past Plaza de San Francisco and spotting art near Huayna Capac was such a fun adventure with friends.
Reed Hollis
I tried the Downtown scavenger hunt for a date and we loved exploring El Centro together. Solving riddles near Museo Pumapungo and Cruz del Vado made it so memorable.
Elena Weston
My family had a blast on the Cuenca Scavenger Hunt. The clues took us from Parque Calderon to Plaza de la Merced and even over Puente Roto. So many things to do!
Riley Mason
This was so much fun!!! My husband and I had a great time exploring. A great way to spend a day. Highly recommended!!
Carol Hild
Had so much fun today with my team spice girls for Laura Bachelorette party
Pam Fox
Easy and fun adventure. Good way to tour the city
Scot Branham
Super fun! Great team building for a great company function
Maggie Silliman
Lots of fun, and a great activity with a group! We took the light rail down for some extra adventure. We learned a few fun facts.
Terri Hensen
So much fun and not pricey at all. Did it with a group including kids. They had fun too. We will for sure do more hunts in the future.
Tania Paddock
It was good family fun. Great that you can pause to have lunch etc. was fairly easy but didn’t initially realise clues had time limits - hence missed out! Would definitely do another elsewhere.
Joanne Clements
Had lots of fun. Would definitely recommend this as a fun day.
Megan Prenc
Great time with family and friends would definitely do another tour!
Mike Vigil
Had an enjoyable time and visited a place I've not been before.
Stephanie Yencer
Awesome fun! You should try this. Great competition.
Ben Rathbone
Super fun experience reconnecting with my city and work team!
Sabrina Foster
Awesome way to learn more about our beautiful city! Great date night!
Laura Taylor
SO Fun!! It’s a great team bonding experience & fun to learn about the town you’re in. And an added bonus of exercise!
Monica Thomas
That’s a fun way to see the city and it’s history!
Howard Usher
Awesome game -it rocked!!
James Macie
Loved it! Great experience and challenging as well. Highly recommend!
Aaron Doman
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