Hands of God viewpoint tour near Baños: 2-hour hike

Climb to the highest viewpoint above Baños in a morning

A 2-hour guided tour from Baños climbs to Rancho ojo del volcán, the ridge known as the Hands of God for its rock formations, with stops at the Extreme Swing and Goblin House on the descent. The guide speaks Spanish, and an air-conditioned vehicle handles the drive to the trailhead and back to town.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit viewpoint and explore trails

• Arrive at Rancho ojo del volcán
• Visit The Hands of God viewpoint
• Experience Extreme Swing
• Explore Eye of the Volcano Ranch
• Walk the trails
• Visit Goblin House

The experience

Two hours gets you from the town of Baños to the top of the Hands of God viewpoint and back. The route starts with a drive in an air-conditioned vehicle to Rancho ojo del volcán, where the trail begins. From there, you walk the ridge trails that lead to the highest viewpoint in the city. The rock formations here are what gave the place its name, the Hands of God rising above the valley.

On the way down, the guide stops at the Extreme Swing and the Goblin House, two other landmarks on the property. The whole outing stays compact enough to fit into a morning, leaving the rest of your day open for other things in or around Baños.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned vehicle transport to and from the trailhead.
• a Spanish-speaking guide for the full 2 hours.
• access to the trails at Rancho ojo del volcán, including the Hands of God viewpoint, the Extreme Swing, and the Goblin House.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 14:00

Book up to12h before

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

GroupPrivate

Live guideSpanish

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.

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Special holiday offer. Best of Ecuador | Tour Operator - Explorjungle

Is this one for you?The 2-hour length means you can start in the morning and still have the afternoon free for other activities in Baños. If you want a longer hike or a full-day excursion, look for a different tour. This one is built for travelers who want the viewpoint without committing the whole day.

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Top questions

How long does it take to reach the Hands of God viewpoint from Baños?

The full tour runs 2 hours from start to finish, including the drive to Rancho ojo del volcán, the walk to the viewpoint, and the stops on the way back down.

What is the Hands of God viewpoint?

The Hands of God is a ridge at Rancho ojo del volcán with rock formations that resemble hands rising above the valley. It's the highest viewpoint in Baños, and the guide will take you there on foot once you arrive at the ranch.

What other stops are included on this tour?

After the viewpoint, you'll visit the Extreme Swing and the Goblin House on the descent back to the vehicle, both on the Rancho ojo del volcán property.

Is there a guide, and what language does the guide speak?

Yes, a live guide in Spanish leads the tour and explains the sites along the way.

Do I need to arrange my own transport to the trailhead?

No. An air-conditioned vehicle picks you up and drives you to Rancho ojo del volcán, then returns you to Baños after the tour ends.