La Casa del Árbol is one of the most visited tourist places in the country, it is located on the edge of one of the mountains closest to the Tungurahua volcano, accompanied by the incredible swing at the end of the world that allows you to perceive incredible views, as well as adventure activities such as the canopy, walks, or simply challenge your balance on the poles; It is the ideal place to visit and observe the majestic Tungurahua volcano, enjoy enchanting landscapes, observe the incredible mountains that surround Banos de Agua Santa or simply enjoy a tasty snack from the Ecuadorian Andes.
The entrance to the tree house is 1 dollar per person, its opening hours are from 07:00 to 19:00.
How to get?
The tree house is in the Santa Rosa de Runtún farmhouse, approximately 45 minutes from the downtown. It is possible to get to this place without buying a tour and without your own transportation, the “Luna Sánchez” bus company (blue bus), provides the transportation service to this place, in comfortable units and at a reasonable and accessible price.
The bus stop is located on Pastaza and Vicente Rocafuerte streets (corner), in front of the popular "Don Gato" bakery.
From the Catholic church: you must go up Ambato Street 4 blocks, until you reach Pastaza Street, turn left, and continue 1 more block.
From the bus station (terminal): you should continue along Pedro Vicente Maldonado Street for two blocks until you reach Ambato Street (corner), turn right, and go up two more blocks until you reach Pastaza Street, finally turn left and continue 1 more block.
From the supermarket: you must go 4 blocks along Vicente Rocafuerte Street, until you reach Pastaza Street (corner).
From the Banos Basic Hospital: you must continue 2 blocks along Pastaza Street.
Schedules
From Mondays to Sundays
Departures
In the morning
05h45/11h00
In the afternoon
2:00 p.m./4:00 p.m.
Return
In the morning
08h00
In the afternoon
1:00 p.m./4:00 p.m./6:00 p.m.