{"id":19960,"date":"2019-10-18T08:00:57","date_gmt":"2019-10-18T13:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wanderbusecuador.com\/blog\/2019\/10\/18\/swing-at-the-end-of-the-world\/"},"modified":"2021-07-21T22:42:29","modified_gmt":"2021-07-22T03:42:29","slug":"swing-at-the-end-of-the-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wanderbusecuador.com\/es\/swing-at-the-end-of-the-world\/","title":{"rendered":"Swing at the End of the World"},"content":{"rendered":"

About 40 minutes from the center of <\/span>Ba\u00f1os de Agua Santa<\/a><\/strong>, the \u201cadventure capital\u201d of Ecuador, sits the swing at the end of the world, in La Casa Del \u00c1rbol (the Treehouse).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Somehow, this has become one of the most sought after experiences across Ecuador, for locals and international visitors alike. It\u2019s one of the <\/span>top things to do in Ba\u00f1os<\/a><\/strong>, mentioned in nearly every blog about this tropical little town.<\/span><\/p>\n

I apologize if I sound incredulous, it\u2019s just impressive how a visit to a swing can generate such interest. Nonetheless, there are a few good reasons why you <\/span>should<\/span><\/i> definitely visit this special spot while you\u2019re in Ba\u00f1os.<\/span><\/p>\n

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What is the swing at the end of the world<\/span><\/h2>\n

The original swing at the end of the world belongs to army veteran, Carlos S\u00e1nchez, a local that built the treehouse (Casa Del \u00c1rbol) about 14 years ago. He built it on the edge of a sharp slope overlooking the lush mountains below and beneath the shadow of Tungurahua Volcano. Over time, word started to spread about this spot, mainly because of the amazing view and proximity to the volcano. Add a swing to the mix and you\u2019ve hit the jackpot, or so it seems!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Today, other locals have copied Carlos\u2019s idea and made their own swings. To be honest, views from this area are all pretty amazing, there\u2019s no need to be picky. You could even make an entire day trip of just visiting all the swings in the area.<\/span><\/p>\n

Should I visit the swing at the end of the world?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Yes. While there are innumerable things to do and see in the Ba\u00f1os area, a morning at the swing at the end of the world is actually a very pleasant trip that can be combined with visits to other nearby sights.<\/span><\/p>\n

One of the reasons you should make it here is because you\u2019ll get a front and center view of Mama Tungurahua, the <\/span>very<\/span><\/i> active volcano sitting at 5,023 meters (16,480 feet) above sea level and overlooking the city of Ba\u00f1os.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Not to sound morbid but, one day, Mama Tungurahua is going to lose her temper and the city of Ba\u00f1os will be engulfed in lava. Think about that as you observe the volcano and notice how you, too, would be engulfed in lava if the volcano happened to explode during your visit to the Casa del \u00c1rbol. <\/span>From this perspective, a visit to this swing may actually be the most thrilling activity you can do in Ecuador.<\/b><\/p>\n

Another reason you should visit the swing at the end of the world is that, let\u2019s face it, we\u2019re all basically addicted to social media. A photo on the swing, with the incredible backdrop of the rolling tropical hills at sunset, will earn many social media likes. There\u2019s no shame in admitting that this is a good reason to visit la Casa del \u00c1rbol.<\/span><\/p>\n

A final reason why you should spend a morning visiting the swing is because it\u2019ll give you an excuse to stop by <\/span>Luna Volc\u00e1n, Adventure Spa<\/strong>,<\/span><\/a> located along the same road, just a bit closer to town. This place is a splurge but worth every penny!<\/span><\/p>\n

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How to get to the swing at the end of the world<\/span><\/h2>\n

There are a few ways you can make your way to the swing at the end of the world.<\/span><\/p>\n