 Places to go
In this section you will find information about the sights, views and places to visit in this town. You will find a short description of each site, opening hours, fees and special notes. If you need any additional details on a specific location or would like us to arrange a tour to this location please contact us and we will gladly assist you.
Reventador Volcano
The Reventador is an active volcano in the eastern Andes of Ecuador, since 1541 it has erupted over 25 times. However, now it is a safe location to hike and camp as many tourists do. The hike is not an easy one; it takes about four hours to reach the refuge through harsh jungle terrain. Nevertheless, you will be satisfied with yourself once you reach the top because it’s quite a spectacle.
Cascada Rio Malo
Located some 45 minutes away from “El Chaco” the Rio Malo waterfall is a popular touristic site. It offers a variety of sights and walking tours as well as kayaking, “regattas" and camping.
Río Quijos
Quijos River is located only five minutes away from “El Chaco”, it’s considered the fourth river in the world for extreme water sports like rafting and kayaking. In 2005 it was the site for the World Rafting Championship.
Cascada San Rafael
Located southeast of the Reventador Volcano, San Rafael is the biggest waterfall in all of Ecuador at an altitude of 160 meters. The force of this waterfall is distinguishable almost 15 minutes away before you get to see it, its sight is sure to impress anyone who hasn’t been here before because of the magnitude of the falls.
Cascada Mágica
The Cascada Mágica or “Magic Waterfall” is located in the Napo province and has a 60 meter fall. A popular site for tourists.
Cueva de los Tayos
Cueva de Los Tayos is a cavern located in the Cacapischo river, 3km away from El Chaco. The 40m deep and 50m high cave has been used by the native Jivaro Indians for a long time. The Jivaros descend using vines to collect fledgeling tayos (the nocturnal Steatornis caripensis). The cave was made famous by Erich von Daniken’s 1973 book The Gold of the Gods in which he states that Juan Moricz discovered artificial tunnels filled with valuable items created by a lost civilization with the help of extraterrestrial beings. | |
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