Canyoning in Baños: Rappel 6 Waterfalls

Six waterfalls, rappels down rock faces, and swims through a river canyon.

Canyoning in Baños is a three-hour activity where you rappel six waterfalls between 12 and 30 meters high, jump into pools, slide down rocks, and swim through the Rio Blanco ravine near Baños. Certified guides tailor the route to your experience level, from beginner to expert. Children from age 12 are welcome. Guides speak English and Spanish.

The experience

Rio Blanco sits twenty minutes from Baños and opens up a ravine built for first-timers who want to try canyoning. You rappel down six waterfalls, the shortest around 39 feet and the tallest near 98 feet, with each descent letting you control your speed on the rope. Between rappels you jump from ledges into pools, slide down smooth rock faces, and wade or swim through sections where the canyon narrows around you.

Certified guides manage the ropes and anchor points, and they scale the difficulty to match what you've done before: beginners get gentler lines and more time on each rappel, while experienced canyoners move faster and tackle steeper sections. The three-hour window covers setup, the six descents, and the water sections in between, so you're moving through the whole time rather than waiting. Guides speak English or Spanish, and you'll need at least moderate fitness. The activity is not suitable for people with spinal injuries, cardiovascular concerns, or pregnancy.

Transportation from Baños to Rio Blanco is included, along with all safety gear and specialist instruction. Bring a swimsuit, water shoes or sneakers that grip wet rock, and a towel. The guides will tell you what else to pack when you book.

What’s included

• Certified guide in English or Spanish.
• all rappelling and safety equipment.
• transportation from Baños to Rio Blanco.
• instruction tailored to your experience level.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (18 to 65 years) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Under 12: can't be booked

GroupUp to 50

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

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 10 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Explorsierra Expediciones

Is this one for you?Pick this activity if you want to try canyoning for the first time or build your skills in a beginner-friendly canyon. The Rio Blanco ravine and the certified guides' approach to scaling difficulty make it work for first-timers and experienced canyoners alike, though you'll need at least moderate fitness and comfort in water.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years). Children under 12 can't be included in the booking.

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.

How deep are the waterfalls I'll rappel in Rio Blanco?

The six waterfalls range from 12 to 30 meters high, or roughly 39 to 98 feet. The guide will show you each one before you descend and let you choose your pace on the rope.

Is canyoning in Baños suitable for someone who has never done it before?

Yes. Rio Blanco is designed for first-timers, and the guides tailor the activity to your experience level. Beginners work through gentler lines and take more time on each rappel to build confidence.

What's included in the three-hour activity?

The package includes certified guide instruction, all safety equipment, transportation from Baños to Rio Blanco, and access to the ravine. You'll rappel, jump, slide and swim through the canyon. Lunch is not part of the booking.

What should I bring and wear for canyoning?

Wear a swimsuit and water shoes or sneakers with good grip on wet rock. Bring a towel and a change of clothes. The guides will confirm what else to pack when you make your booking.