Ruta de las Cascadas
The valley road from Baños toward the Amazon, with more than a dozen waterfalls along the way. Rent a mountain bike and ride downhill all the way to Pailón del Diablo.
The Waterfall Route is the most beautiful section of the road between Baños and Puyo. The road descends through the Pastaza River gorge, passing more than ten waterfalls, including Agoyán, Pelo de la Virgen (Virgin's Hair), Velo de la Novia (Bride's Veil) and Pailón del Diablo. Along the way are several tarabita cable cars and zip lines that cross the gorge.
The classic way to do it is to rent a mountain bike in town, which comes with a helmet and a map. Then ride downhill for about 18 kilometres, mostly downhill, to Río Verde. This takes about 2 to 3 hours. After visiting Pailón del Diablo, load the bike onto a truck or onto the roof of a bus and return to town.
There are several tunnels along the route. When cycling, use the old road alongside them and watch for passing vehicles.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Manto de la Novia
- Mirador La Cruz de Bellavista
- Termas de la Virgen
- Basílica de Nuestra Señora de Agua Santa
- Baños Town Center
- Puente San Francisco Bungee
- Mirador de la Virgen
- Casa del Árbol (Swing at the End of the World)