Stop 1 · Limón Indanza
Colored Waterfalls
Reddish water and rocks thanks to iron oxides; open from 09:00 to 17:00.
Southern route: red waters, waterfalls and rafting
From Limón Indanza to Gualaquiza: waterfalls with reddish waters, natural pools beneath Pan de Azúcar hill and the thrill of rafting on the Cuyes River.
The south of Morona Santiago holds some of its most surprising landscapes. The trip begins at the Cascadas Coloradas, whose reddish tone comes from the iron minerals in their rocks, followed by a dinner of grilled meats and local cocktails in Limón. Both nights are spent in San Juan Bosco, with a pool and hot tub to unwind.
Day two is for waterfalls and pools: the Piamonte cascades, some over 30 metres high, and the Hondo de los Enamorados on the Pan de Azúcar River. On day three, head down to Gualaquiza for 8 km of rafting on the Cuyes River, a swim in the pools of El Wakis and a farewell by the central park.
Before you go
- Book the Piamonte waterfall (by appointment) and the rafting with a local operator in advance.
- Sur Side is closed on Mondays; Tuesday to Friday it opens from 17:00 and at weekends from 13:00.
- Bring a change of clothes and a dry bag for your phone.
Stop 2 · Limón Indanza
South Side
Dinner of steaks, grills and cocktails with local flavours in Limón Indanza.
Stop 3 · San Juan Bosco
Hotel Antares
Your base for two nights in San Juan Bosco, with a pool, hot tub and steam room.
Stop 1 · San Juan Bosco
Piedmont Waterfall
A trail between falls from 6 to over 30 metres high; visits by appointment.
Stop 2 · San Juan Bosco
“Hondo de los Enamorados” Linear Park
A natural pool in the Pan de Azúcar River, with a view of the hill.
Stop 1 · Gualaquiza
Rafting on the Cuyes River
About 2 hours and 8 km downriver; book with a local operator.
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