Drop into a narrow volcanic gorge outside Baños for six technical canyon obstacles—rappels, slides, a zipline and jumps up to 9 m. Certified guides, wetsuits and lunch are included for a full-day dose of river adrenaline.
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You feel the river before you see it: a narrow throat of water that has cut a route through volcanic rock, cold and insistent, daring you to move. At the trailhead near Baños, guides check harnesses and click carabiners with the calm efficiency of people who spend their lives negotiating vertical seams. Within an hour you’re lowered into the Cashaurco, where the canyon narrows, sunlight strips in bars and the current pushes you from one challenge to the next.
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate to good cardiovascular fitness; comfortable with swimming and repeated rappels
Wildlife
History
The canyon occupies an ecological corridor at the base of the Andes that local communities historically used for water and grazing before adventure tourism grew in the 20th century.
Conservation
Operators limit group sizes and use established entry points to reduce erosion; practice leave-no-trace and avoid introducing soap into waterways.
Reserve your spot on the Extreme Canyoning in the Cashaurco Canyon in Baños today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Hydrate before you arrive
Start well-hydrated at Baños altitude—you'll move hard and stay cold in water; a full water bottle is essential.
Wear secure footwear
Use closed-toe water shoes with good tread; the operator provides shoes but bring your own if you prefer a trusted pair.
Tell guides about injuries
Inform guides of back, heart or mobility issues—this tour is not recommended for those conditions.
Bring a small dry bag
Keep keys, phone in a small dry bag or leave them in town; guides take waterproof cameras but personal electronics get wet fast.
Closed-toe water shoes
Grip and protection on slick volcanic rock—preferred over flip-flops.
Quick-dry athletic layers
Wear light synthetic layers under the provided wetsuit to manage insulation and chafing.
Small dry bag (5L)
Protect personal items and a spare layer between canyon sections.
Reusable water bottle
Hydration before and after the canyon; operators don't supply continuous water on-route.