Baños: Swing at End of World & Waterfall Adventure

Waterfalls, a Swing Over the Edge, and Why You'll Want to Go Back

You visit seven major waterfalls and three swings, with optional ziplines and adventure activities at each stop. The tour includes a cable car ride over the Bride's Veil, lunch with water and snacks, and entry to all attractions. A guide handles the route and timing, so you don't navigate the old Baños-Puyo road yourself or guess which waterfall entrance to take. You end the day at a sunset viewpoint with affordable coffee and food, returning to Baños in the evening.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Bride's Veil Waterfall30m · entry included
2. Swing at the End of the World20m · entry included

Explore Baños waterfalls and adventure

• Optional stop at Cabellera de la Virgen waterfall
• Pass by beautiful Tungurahua building
• View Agoyán Hydroelectric Dam
• See Agoyan and Guamag waterfalls, cross tunnels
• Turn onto old Baños-Puyo road, see waterfalls and rock face
• Adventure sports: zipline, jumping, bridges, climbing
• Visit Bride's Veil Waterfall and candy factory
• Explore Pailón del Diablo waterfall
• Visit Swing at the End of the World
• See large swing with city view
• Walk on glass platform overlooking Baños
• Visit swing and Las Manos de la Pachamama
• End day at Café del Cielo with sunset view

The experience

There's something about standing at the edge of a cliff with a rope swing that makes you feel small and alive at the same time. The Swing at the End of the World isn't just a photo op. It's the kind of moment that stays with you, and on this full-day Baños tour, it's the punctuation mark on a day that builds toward it. You start early, moving through the city's most recognizable landmarks: the Cabellera de la Virgen waterfall (where locals bathe in hot springs), the Agoyán Hydroelectric Dam, and a landscape that shifts from urban to jungle as you climb into the cloud forest. The guide points out details (the history of the old Baños-Puyo road, the face in the rock that resembles Jesus Christ), and you realize this isn't a rushed checklist.

The adventure sports are optional, which matters if you're not the type to jump off platforms or cross glass bridges. But even if you skip the ziplines and the Tibetan bridge, you're still seeing three waterfalls most visitors miss: Culebrillas, Esperanza, and Puertas del Cielo. Then comes the Bride's Veil Waterfall, which actually looks like its name. A delicate cascade you can cross by cable car, flying out over the water. There's a traditional guava and melcocha candy factory nearby if you want something sweet before the next stop. The Pailón del Diablo is one of Ecuador's most photographed waterfalls, and the tour gives you a choice: the short entrance for the best view or the long one if you want more of a hike.

By late afternoon, you've hit the famous swings: the Swing at the End of the World and another one with a view of the Llanganates and Sangay mountains. There's also a glass platform if heights appeal to you but swinging doesn't. The day ends at Café del Cielo, a coffee shop perched above the city where you watch the sunset and the lights come on below. Coffee runs about two dollars, and the humitas (corn tamales) with coffee is what locals recommend. Nothing fancy, but the view and the timing make it feel like the right way to close a day like this.

What’s included

• Your day includes hotel pickup, entry to all attractions (waterfalls, swings, tree house), the cable car ride over the Bride's Veil Waterfall, lunch with water and snacks, a rain poncho, and a guide who explains the history and geography of each stop.
• Adventure sports like ziplines, jumping, and bridge crossings are available for an extra fee but not required.
• The tour ends at Café del Cielo, where you can buy coffee or food at your own cost before returning to Baños.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

AgesAdult (18 to 64 years) · Senior (65 to 90 years) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Infant (under 4): free

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 47 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Chebastour

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see Baños's most famous waterfalls and swings in one day without arranging transport between scattered stops or deciding which entrances to take. The guide handles the route and timing, and adventure activities stay optional so you control the intensity.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (under 4): free.

How long is the full-day Baños tour?

The itinerary covers multiple stops from morning through sunset, typically running the full day. Exact duration depends on how long you spend at each waterfall and whether you do adventure activities.

Are the adventure sports like ziplines and jumping included?

No, adventure sports are optional and paid separately. You can skip them entirely and still see all the waterfalls and swings.

What's included in the tour?

Entry to attractions, the cable car ride at Bride's Veil Waterfall, lunch (menu type), water, soda, potatoes, a poncho in case of rain, and entry to the tree house.

Can I choose which waterfall entrances to visit?

Yes. At Pailón del Diablo, you can choose between the short entrance (best views) or the long entrance (more hiking).

Is this tour suitable for people who don't want to do physical activities?

Yes. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels. Adventure sports are optional, and you can enjoy the landscapes, waterfalls, and swings without them.

What's the Swing at the End of the World really like?

It's a swing suspended over a cliff with a view of the Baños valley. There are actually multiple swings on the tour, including one with views of the Llanganates and Sangay mountains.

Do I need to bring anything?

A poncho is provided in case of rain. Wear comfortable shoes for walking to waterfalls and bring a camera. The area is humid and can be wet, so waterproof gear is useful.