Baños Waterfall Route tour: End of the World Swing and tree house

A tarabita cable crosses the Pastaza River to reach a waterfall shaped like a veil.

This shared tour of the Waterfall Route in Baños visits five waterfalls, the End of the World Swing and a tree house used to monitor Tungurahua volcano, with a local guide, entrance fees and air-conditioned transport included. The route runs five to six hours and covers stops at Devil's Pavilion, Bride's Veil, Agoyan, Guamag and San Pedro waterfalls, plus a traditional sweets factory and the Café del Cielo overlook. Pickup is included. A drink at Café del Cielo is at your expense.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Bride's Veil Waterfall10m · entry included
2. Swing at the End of the World30m · entry included

Explore waterfalls and scenic viewpoints

• Hike Silence and Ulba Waterfalls
• View Agoyan and Guamag waterfalls
• See ancient road and Jesus rock face
• Adventure sports at canopy and bridges
• Visit Bride's Veil Waterfall and cross tarabita
• Visit traditional sweets factory
• Stop at San Pedro Waterfall viewpoint
• Hike to Devil's Pavilion waterfall
• Visit Tree House and End of the World Swing
• Enjoy coffee at Café del Cielo viewpoint

The experience

Baños sits in a valley where the Andes meet the Amazon, and the Waterfall Route traces the ancient road that once connected them. The tour starts with two hidden waterfalls (Silence and Ulba), then moves through Agoyan and Guamag, each with its own history. You'll cross a section of that old Andes-to-Amazon path where a waterfall runs down the middle of the road and a rock formation shows the face of Jesus. The guide stops at each point for photographs and to explain what you're seeing.

Bride's Veil is the centerpiece: a waterfall that drops in a thin, veil-like sheet. To reach it, you cross the Pastaza River on a tarabita (a cable car that hangs above the water), and hike to a unique landscape on the far side. After that comes the tree house, built as an observatory during the activity of Tungurahua volcano. Here you climb the End of the World Swing, which hangs out over a steep drop and is one of the most photographed spots in Baños. A stop at a small factory of traditional sweets lets you see how they're made and buy some if you want. The tour ends at Café del Cielo, a viewpoint café overlooking the city where you can order a drink and rest.

The van or SUV holds up to 16 passengers and has air conditioning. Entrance fees to Ulba, Devil's Pavilion, the tarabita, and the tree house are included. A water bottle is provided. If you want to try any of the adventure sports at the activity zone (canopy, glass bridge, Tarzan jump, Tibetan bridge), those are paid separately. The guide speaks English or Spanish and drives, so you don't navigate or worry about the route.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned SUV or van transport for up to 16 passengers.
• entrance fees to Ulba waterfall, Devil's Pavilion, the tarabita cable car and the tree house.
• a water bottle.
• a live guide in English or Spanish.
• and pickup from your accommodation in Baños.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

AgesAdult (6 to 75 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupUp to 16

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 44 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 17 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Happy Taxi Baños

Is this one for you?Book this shared tour if you want to visit multiple waterfalls and the End of the World Swing in one day with set stops and a group pace, rather than piecing together separate attractions yourself.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What waterfalls do you actually visit on the Baños Waterfall Route tour?

The tour stops at five waterfalls: Silence and Ulba near Baños, Agoyan and Guamag along the old Andes-to-Amazon road, Bride's Veil (where you cross by tarabita), and San Pedro viewed from the main road. Devil's Pavilion is a separate waterfall you hike to in the village section of the route.

What is the End of the World Swing and how does it work?

The End of the World Swing hangs from a tree at the tree house site, suspended over a steep drop with a view of the valley below. You climb into it and swing out over the edge. It's one of the most photographed spots in Baños and a main reason travelers book this tour.

How long does the tour take and what time does it start?

The tour runs five to six hours. Pickup is included in your booking, so the operator will arrange the start time based on where you're staying in Baños.

Is lunch included, and what about the drink at Café del Cielo?

Lunch is not included in the tour price. At Café del Cielo, the viewpoint café at the end, you order and pay for any drink or food you want. The stop itself is free, but consumption is at your expense.

Can you do adventure sports like canopy or the glass bridge on this tour?

Yes, the route passes an activity zone with canopy, glass bridge, Tarzan jump and Tibetan bridge available. These are optional and paid separately by you at the time. They are not included in the tour price.

Is this tour suitable if you're not very fit or have heart concerns?

The tour includes hiking to waterfalls and climbing to the tree house and swing, so it requires moderate fitness. It is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Check with the operator if you have concerns about the physical demands.