Baños de Agua Santa

Top Attractions in Baños de Agua Santa

Baños de Agua Santa Essentials

Baños de Agua Santa sits at the base of the active Tungurahua volcano, serving as a gateway to the Amazon basin. This list features the town’s mineral-rich thermal springs and the 'Ruta de las Cascadas,' including the massive Pailón del Diablo and Manto de la Novia. Highlights include the Casa del Arbol seismic station with its volcano-facing swing and the central market known for traditional Ecuadorian cuisine. The geography is defined by the deep Pastaza River canyon, accessible via multiple cable cars and suspension bridges.

Baños de Agua Santa Essentials — Map

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Pailón del diablo

This 80-meter waterfall on the Pastaza River features a steep stone staircase carved into the cliffside. Visitors can reach a viewpoint directly behind the thundering water by passing through a narrow rock tunnel.

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La Casa del Arbol

Originally a seismic monitoring station for the Tungurahua volcano, this site features a swing over a steep slope. It provides clear views of the volcano’s crater and the surrounding Andean landscapes.

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Cascada de la Virgen

A high waterfall situated within the town limits, adjacent to the thermal baths. It is a prominent landmark visible from many parts of central Baños.

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Tungurahua

Tungurahua is an active stratovolcano located in the Cordillera Oriental of Ecuador.

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Piscinas Termas De La Virgen

Public thermal baths located at the base of a waterfall. The facility features multiple pools of varying temperatures, filled with mineral-rich water heated by the Tungurahua volcano.

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Manto de la novia

A 40-meter waterfall on the Pastaza River. It is accessible by crossing the canyon via a suspension bridge or a 'tarabita' cable car.

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Mercado Central

A traditional indoor market featuring stalls for fresh produce and local prepared dishes. It is a central hub for trying regional specialties like llapingachos and fresh fruit juices.

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Monumento a la Virgen

A statue and observation deck located on a hillside overlooking the town. It is reached by climbing a staircase of several hundred steps starting from the town center.

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San Pedro cable car

A metal basket cable car, or tarabita, that transports passengers across the Pastaza River canyon. It offers views of the San Pedro waterfall and the surrounding cloud forest.

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La Mano de la Pachamama

A large sculpture of a hand extending over the mountain edge, serving as a photography point. It offers panoramic views of the Pastaza River valley and nearby peaks.

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