A powerful waterfall in a narrow gorge, approached by stairways and a tunnel that emerges behind the water.
Related activities
Ruta de las Cascadas cycling
Downhill ride past a chain of waterfalls towards the Amazon basin.
Canyoning near Baños
Abseil descents of waterfalls in the surrounding gorges.
Thermal baths evening
Volcanic hot pools at the base of the waterfall in town.
How to get to Pailón del Diablo
Pailón del Diablo sits in Baños de Agua Santa, Ecuador. Most visitors base themselves in Baños de Agua Santa and plan the visit as part of a day there. It pairs well with Casa del Árbol, so you can group them on the same day.
Tickets and time needed
Plan about 2h for a typical visit.
Best time to visit Pailón del Diablo
For Baños de Agua Santa in general: Year-round; drier from September to February.
Tips for your visit
Related things to do here include Ruta de las Cascadas cycling, Canyoning near Baños, Thermal baths evening.
Pailón del Diablo FAQ
How long should I spend at Pailón del Diablo?
A typical visit takes about 2h.
Where is Pailón del Diablo?
Pailón del Diablo is in Baños de Agua Santa, Ecuador.
When is the best time to visit Pailón del Diablo?
Year-round; drier from September to February.
What is near Pailón del Diablo?
Nearby places include Casa del Árbol.
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