Spring, Geyser sights in Baños
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Baths
Baños means 'baths,' which is precisely what the town is famous for, and precisely what you should get into at least once while you're here. Most of them are fed by thermal springs burbling from the base of the active Volcán Tungurahua. The water in the pools is constantly being recycled and only looks murky because of its mineral content, which is touted for its restorative and healthful properties. Chlorates, sulfates and magnesium are among the principal chemicals found in the baths.
There are four municipal baths. Three are in Baños (only one is hot), and the fourth is out of town. All have changing rooms and clothing storage. Towels are available for rent, but gene…
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La Piscina de La Virgen
This is the best-known bath in Baños, the only hot pools in town. There are three altogether: one is cold, another is warm and a third reaches nearly 48°C (118°F), making it a truly scalding experience. The best time to hit the pools is in the early morning when there are fewer people. If you're curious, ask the basket woman to show you the ojo del agua, where the water, heated by the volcano, gushes from the earth at a scorching 50°C (122°F)!
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Piscina Gamboa
Numerous private baths have sprung up in town, though none of them are mineral baths. Still, they're relaxing. One of the best is Piscina Gamboa, which has an indoor lap pool, baños de cajón (steam boxes), hot tub, mud masks and massages. The basic around US$3 fee covers the pool only.
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Piscinas Santa Clara
Piscinas Santa Clara has two cooler pools (about 22°C or 72°F), which are higher in minerals than La Virgen.
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