Andes · Ecuador

Baños de Agua Santa

Waterfall Full day difficulty: Moderate with kids: yes

An adventure town among green mountains, waterfalls everywhere and hot springs at the foot of a volcano. Your son can swing out over the void on the famous Swing at the End of the World.

With kids

Feel the power of the Pailón del Diablo, a huge waterfall
Swing over the valley at the Casa del Árbol
Bathe in the hot springs at the foot of the volcano
Ride a bike down the Route of the Waterfalls

Accessibility: 6+ for the adventure activities, with harnesses and guides. The swing and the cable carts are a little scary but safe.

With family

Do the Route of the Waterfalls by bike or by chiva bus
Cross the valley on a tarabita (a handmade cable car)
Take the trail down to behind the Pailón del Diablo
Try melcocha, a candy stretched in the doorways

Full listing, routes and recommendations at Mi País — Baños de Agua Santa. ← All destinations