Swing at the End of the World

Swing at the End of the World is a wooden swing hanging from a treehouse situated next to the active Tungurahua volcano, offering views across deep valleys and mountain ranges. The structure sits on a slope with steep terrain that creates the sensation of swinging out over a vast drop.

The swing began as part of a global network of seismic monitoring stations installed across 76 countries to track volcanic movement. Over time, the site was repurposed by local people into a public destination for visitors.

Local residents transformed a scientific facility into a recreational destination where visitors experience the mountain landscape and feel close to the volcano. The place has become a social hub for people seeking outdoor adventure in the Ecuadorian highlands.

The location is about a 30-minute drive from downtown Baños along the E30 highway and Via a Runtun road. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes since the path on foot has uneven sections.

There is actually a cement platform underneath the wooden swing providing safety, even though the effect of free-falling over the edge feels completely real. This safety feature is hidden intentionally to preserve the sensation of weightlessness while swinging.