One day is enough to understand Baños—if you know where to go. Discover why this town feels different from anywhere else.
This full-day experience is designed for travelers who want more than quick stops. The day flows between local history, landscapes, and stories that give context to what you see, allowing time to observe, ask, and connect.
Along the way, you’ll move through waterfalls, canyon crossings, panoramic viewpoints, and iconic spots—just some of the moments that shape the journey.
These are the experiences travelers enjoy the most during the day.
The day begins with a short introduction to Baños’ history and its role as the gateway to the Amazon. Learn how life has been shaped by the Tungurahua volcano and why thermal waters remain central to the town’s identity.
This stretch of the journey runs between two national parks—Llanganates and Sangay—where waterfalls appear one after another along the canyon. You’ll stop at several viewpoints and paths, including a visit to Pailón del Diablo, with time to observe and photograph the landscape.
Cross the Pastaza River canyon on a 500-meter tarabita suspended about 200 meters above the ground. From above, the view opens to waterfalls, dense vegetation, and the scale of the landscape below—one of the most striking perspectives of the route.
When conditions allow, there’s time to step into the water at the base of a waterfall. It’s a refreshing pause in the day—optional, unhurried, and shaped by the flow of the river and the moment.
More than the famous Swing at the End of the World, this site was originally built to monitor the activity of the Tungurahua Volcano. Today, it offers viewpoints and short paths with sweeping views over the valley.
For those who want an extra dose of adrenaline, this optional zip line circuit spans six sections and nearly 2,000 meters in total. You’ll glide over rivers and deep canyons, flying above dense vegetation and wide-open landscapes.
The day slows down at a panoramic café overlooking Baños. As the light softens over the valley, enjoy a coffee or hot chocolate while taking in the views—a quiet moment to rest, reflect, and capture the city from above.
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