Ecuador · Hot Spring

Full-Day Ghost Hideout Tour from Riobamba

6 Hours Round trip from Riobamba Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the Eye of the Ghost cave and its distinctive rock formation
02 Walk through landscapes that shift from mountain terrain toward Amazon-like ecosystem
03 See two waterfalls along the trail
04 Relax in hot springs in an exotic natural setting
05 Enjoy views near the foothills of Tungurahua Volcano
06 Round-trip transport from Riobamba included

Discover a striking natural landscape on this full-day adventure from Riobamba to the Penipe canton, at the gateway to the Amazon and the foothills of Tungurahua Volcano. Follow a scenic trail through changing ecosystems, from mountain flora to more lush surroundings, as you make your way toward the Eye of the Ghost cave and its unusual rock formation with a waterfall at its centre.

Along the route, enjoy stops at waterfalls, take in the energy of the water, and unwind in the hot springs of this exotic area. With transport, guiding, and lunch included, this experience combines nature, relaxation, and local scenery in one memorable outing.

Enjoy a walk to the natural rock formation, in the center of which you can see a water fall, resembling an eye watching you; that is why this place is considered an area of energy renewal, because it is said that it was where ceremonies and rituals were practiced.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Riobamba

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Total Duration: 6 hours

The guide will pick up you in the lobby of the hotel

Enjoy a walk to the natural rock formation, in the center of which you can see a water fall, resembling an eye watching you; that is why this place is considered an area of energy renewal, because it is said that it was where ceremonies and rituals were practiced.

We will begin our adventure from the hotel, moving to the Penipe canton and the area where we will begin the trail to the Eye of the Ghost cave, during the journey we will observe flora of the mountain area, but as we go deeper into the mountain, the ecosystem changes and

becomes that of the Amazon.

You will enjoy the energy of the water, visiting two waterfalls along the way, where you can rest and

refresh yourself, in addition, close to reaching the cave we will find a source of mineral water, ready for you. Take some time to relax in the hot springs of this exotic area

and enjoy the landscape.Then, we will begin to descend to the starting area to rest, have a snack and return to Riobamba.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Riobamba 1 city · 6 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Transportation
Professional guide
Hotel pick up and drop-off
Box Lunch
Entrance to El Tambo, Dos Caras and Ojo del Fantasma hot springs of the Tungurahua volcano.

What's Not Included

Gratuities
Nothing not specified
Food and drinks

Know before you go

PASSPORT REQUIRED
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
We provide Multilingual guide
Bring warm clothing,bath kit, moisturizers, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat or cap, camera
The guide will pick up you in the lobby of the hotel ( Hotel pick up inside the Urban perimeter of Riobamba)