Machay Waterfall
Cascada de Machay
A forest trail east of Pailón del Diablo, linking several small waterfalls and clear pools where you can swim, with few visitors.
Machay lies about 2 km east of Río Verde. The trail runs through subtropical cloud forest for about 2.5 km, passing seven or eight small waterfalls and pools. The final waterfall, Encanto del Rocío (Rocío's Enchantment), is the most beautiful. Its cool water is clear, and on good days you can swim. The trail has steps and wooden bridges, and a round trip takes about 2 hours. It suits an extension after cycling the Waterfall Route. A small entry fee applies. Wear non-slip shoes after rain.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Pailón del Diablo
- Manto de la Novia
- Ruta de las Cascadas
- Mirador La Cruz de Bellavista
- Termas de la Virgen
- Basílica de Nuestra Señora de Agua Santa
- Baños Town Center
- Puente San Francisco Bungee