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Miraculous Waterfall
The Miraculous Waterfall is part of a fabulous route of waterfalls with crystal clear waters, ideal for lovers of adventure and nature. This waterfall is the destination of the Sunday walks of the residents of the Province of Bolívar and the neighboring province of Los Ríos, who arrive motivated by its subtropical climate that ranges between 20 and 24 degrees Celsius at 228 meters above sea level. sea. The 15-meter jump that impacts an area of 500 square meters, is formed by the Quebrada Chorrera, which joins the Cristal River, which is the main source of the sector. In the sector, lovers of flora and fauna can enjoy a primary forest populated by pambiles, royal palms, animee, scripts, chicken blood, carnations, macheres, grapes, reds, monkey combs and laurels and some of the birds that fly through the skies of the miraculous waterfall. In this place I was able to enjoy swimming pools, dance floors, carry out various activities such as: horseback riding, observation of flora and fauna, walk to a viewpoint where you will find refuge cabins and also from where you can walk in a tarabita. Location The tourist complex La Cascada Milagrosa, south of Balsapamba, 15 minutes from Montalvo, between the provinces of Los Ríos and Bolívar, offers tourist services to enjoy this landscape.
193.97 Km.
Taracoa Lagoon
The Taracoa lagoon, fed by several estuaries and rainwater, is the largest in the canton with a 4-kilometer perimeter. The Ila Kucha Community Tourism Center works in the attraction in ecotourism activities such as canoe rides to observe the flora and fauna that inhabit around the lagoon, we can also reach a path that will take us to the Napo River. How to get there: From the city of El Coca, take the road to Auca until km. 15, left margin 16 km. to the Taracoa parish, 4 km. to the parking lot of the lagoon.
194.09 Km.
Arapicos Waterfall
The Alto Arapicos waterfalls are located to the north on the border with the Morona canton in the Alto Arapicos sector. Distributed in the Cordillera Oriental, the waterfalls found are La Unión, Palmito, Gallo de la Peña, Cueva de los Tayos, Platanillo and Chiriapi, the area has a fairly irregular topography, they are surrounded by hills with very steep slopes, the soils are moist and have a large amount of yellow clay. It is ideal for jungle walks, photography, swimming, camping and bird watching. High of the Cascades Cascadas la Unión has a height of approximately 15 meters Palmito waterfall has a height of 10 m.; Tayo waterfall has a height of approximately 45 m. Location Set of waterfalls located to the north on the border with the Morona canton in the upper Arapicos sector.
196.26 Km.
Tarimiat Shuar Cabin
It is a place full of adventures with fresh and crystal clear waters, it has a cabin for lodging, dances and rituals, in its surroundings you can find diversity of flora, fauna and birds of different species. The cabin is located in the community of KENKUIM, among the infrastructure and services offered in this place we can mention: cabins for lodging, food, guide service, nature trails. Services: lodging, food, guide service, crafts, Shuar gastronomy, Shuar dance and shamanism. Activities: Sport fishing, walks through the jungle, refreshing swim in the Namakim river. Location: It is located in the community of KENKUIM, 30 minutes from the Huamboya Canton on the Namakim-Pablo Sexto road. Accessibility: It is accessed by vehicle
198.61 Km.
The Tsutsum or Chayukde Lagoon
The Tsutsum or Chayukde lagoon is a place that has tourist aptitude that motivates tourists to visit it and spend some time in it, in addition to being made up of all the elements that nature and the environment in general offer us. An ideal place for foreign tourists who like to enjoy adventure activities, rejoice in this mysterious place hidden between mountains, and reserved in the midst of the divinity of nature. The lagoon has an approximate extension of 1200 square meters. The novelty of this lagoon is that there is a large number of small catfish, its waters are calm. It informs us that there are a large number of snakes around the lagoon. In its surroundings we find a great variety of flora and fauna typical of the place. For lovers of sport fishing, its 150,000 square meters of extension allow you to choose the ideal place to enjoy the landscape and the pleasure of victory. Location: The Tsutsum or Chayukde lagoon is located in Ecuador, in the Morona Santiago province, belonging to the Huamboya Canton.
203.55 Km.
Najembaime River Tourist Complex
It is an artificially built dam of fresh and crystalline waters, surrounded by a subtropical forest area and a laborious agricultural landscape, it has ample parking, a beach court for the practice of ecuavoley and indor, a restaurant cabin for social events and conferences, bathrooms, showers, changing rooms, lockers, self-guided trails, camping area, gazebo, children's play area and barbecues. Activities: bathing, swimming, canoeing, camping, sports activities, family barbecues and barbecues, as well as observation of native flora and fauna, photography and fun for children and adults. It has a subtropical climate, which facilitates the realization of different outdoor activities. Owner: Huamboya Municipal GAD Location: It is located 200 meters from the central park “Los Tres Fundadores”. Accessibility: Access by vehicle to the Ecotourism Complex of the Najembaime River.
203.57 Km.
Central Park "The three founders"
From this point of the city you can see the majestic Sangay Volcano, the Altars and the cup of the cubillines, preferably in the months of August, September and October. Activities: Photography of the environment walks Location: It is located in front of the Municipal Palace. Accessibility: accessed by vehicle.
203.87 Km.
Chiguaza Labyrinths
The Chiguaza Labyrinths are a geological, paleontological and speleological phenomenon located on a small mountain in the Huamboya Canton, where you can directly appreciate the evolution of our planet. Chiguaza Labyrinths are a natural spectacle worth seeing; since for millions of years they were formed naturally, these rocky structures that intersect hundreds of paths forming a natural labyrinth. These paths are formed between rocky walls up to 5 meters high, in which you can clearly see marine fossils such as shells, snails, seahorses, starfish, etc; which shows the existence of the sea in the area millions of years ago. In addition, in this area there is the Chiguaza Labyrinth Tourist Complex that offers you a series of possibilities to enjoy a different experience, where the visitor can carry out a series of activities that include hiking, knowledge of natural sciences and nature tourism. Location : They are located in the Huamboya Canton, on the Macas – Puyo road, approximately 56 km from the City of Macas, capital of the Province of Morona Santiago, and 64 km from the City of Puyo, capital of the Province of Pastaza, at the confluence of the Pastaza and Chiguaza rivers. Facilities and Tourist Services: The following are the facilities and services that tourists can find when visiting the Laberintos del Chiguaza complex so that their experience is pleasant: native guides tourist signage Paths of the first order Trails Hanging bridges Feeding Accommodation tourist operation Transportation To not forget: During your visit to the complex, you cannot miss: Going through and touching the fossils of the Chiguaza Labyrinths is a unique experience that you will never forget. Go up to the viewpoint of Laberintos del Chiguaza, and from there you can enjoy the beautiful view of the union of the Pastaza and Chiguaza rivers. Know and photograph the Cueva de Los Tayos and the Cueva de los Murciélagos. At the Laberintos del Chiguaza natural gas mine, you can do something impressive: cook on water.
206.35 Km.
Sardinayacu Lagoon
The Sardinayacu lagoons are made up of 5 lagoons, this lake system located in the Sangay National Park, is a tourist attraction in the Province of Morona Santiago. In this place you can perform interesting tourist activities, such as being able to enjoy the diversity of fauna and flora. Location Sardinayacu Lagoons This aquestrian complex is located within the Sangay National Park, the Sardinayacu lagoon is located in the northeast part of the Sinaí parish, its entrance is made by the beach community of San Luís through paths of primary and intervened forest. What should you know? This lacustrine system has 5 lagoons, which come from the melting of the Sangay volcano and other streams that will form the Volcán River, with diameters between 1.7 to 5.2 kilometers, the largest, dark blue water, surrounded of primary vegetation, large amount of flora and fauna, ideal for sport fishing, camping, hiking and photography. Sardinayacu Lagoons Biodiversity It has a great variety of flora in which the Bamboo (Nuerolanea lobata), Guayacán (Tabebuia chrysantha), Laurel (prunas rugosa), Alder (Alnus acuminata), Puma maqui (oreopanax heterophyllus), Heliconias (Heliconia sp.) among others In this place you can see a large number of birds. Activities Sardinayacu Lagoons You can observe and photograph the landscape, do sport fishing, camping, hiking and scientific studies. Permits and restrictions Lagunas Sardinayacu You must request permission at the Sangay National Park offices, and pay the established fee. Entrance cost national tourists $2 and foreign tourists $10, who will be accompanied by a guide during the tour. Sardinayacu Lagoons Access Type: Terrestrial Subtype: Weighted Trail State of roads: Regular Transport: 4x4 Frequency: Daily Access season: All year
212.41 Km.
Deep Pool
The Pozo Honda Dam was built between 1969 and 1971. It is a hydraulic dam built on land, with a core of impermeable clay, with a protection on the slope facing the air, of 2 sandwich-type folders 2” each. The largest number of visitors come to this place to carry out tourist activities such as boat rides, sport fishing, kayaking, among others. You can do ecological tourism and bird watching that amaze with their song. What you can do in Poza Honda Ecotourism Hike Wildlife observation Photography Location It is located 3 kilometers west of Honorato Vásquez and 30 kilometers southwest of Portoviejo.Poza Honda
217.85 Km.
Canoe beach
Canoa beach is a beach in the San Vicente canton, located north of Bahía de Caráquez. It is known as "Segunda Montañita" for its environment and hotel infrastructure, where you can practice surfing, or at the same time practice ecotourism and gastronomic tourism. Canoa beach is characterized by its extensive white sand that covers around 17 kilometers in length, reaching Briceño and San Vicente beaches. At Canoa Beach you can also practice adventure sports from the cliffs, such as paragliding or flying in hang-gliding, and from this point you can have an impressive view of the local fauna such as bats and blue-footed boobies. In this place stories are told, among them it is said that the natives of this area hid in the hills when they saw the invaders, leaving their beautiful beach deserted. Canoa, was formerly called Pantaguas or Pintagua, and was registered as part of the San Vicente canton at the end of the 21st century. Location It is located in the San Vicente canton, Canoa parish.
221.82 Km.
Yantsa waterfall
It is located in the Community of Musap, before arriving, you must cross the Macuma River and with a short walk through the jungle we see a waterfall approximately 70 meters high. The waterfall is called Yantsa, which in Spanish means firefly, with a height of approximately 80 meters and its waters flow into the Macuma River. It is ideal for walking through the jungle, swimming in natural pools, climbing rocky walls, photographing beautiful landscapes, camping in the forest since there are no lodging cabins. Waterfall location: It is located in the Musap community, Morona canton The services they offer are: Feeding cultural ceremonies birdwatching parking lot guidance
226.22 Km.
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