Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
This timelapse captures sunrise over Sangay Volcano, filmed from AfarTV’s 4K 24/7 livestream — the world’s first continuous 4K public webcam of this remote and powerful volcano. As daylight breaks, the summit and surrounding Amazon landscape come into view, revealing one of the most persistently active volcanoes on Earth.
Sangay rises to 5,230 meters (17,159 feet) above sea level and is located in eastern Ecuador, on the edge of the Amazon Basin. It is known for its near-continuous eruptive activity, with frequent ash emissions, lava flows, and pyroclastic events recorded over decades. Due to its remote location within Sangay National Park, much of its activity goes unseen — making continuous observation like this especially valuable.
The volcano has been in an ongoing eruptive phase since 2019, producing regular ash plumes and occasional pyroclastic density currents that descend its steep slopes. Ashfall from Sangay can travel long distances, sometimes affecting communities far to the west depending on wind conditions.
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Where is this camera?
This camera is positioned on the east side of the Upano River, looking west toward Sangay Volcano. The Upano River flows prominently through the foreground, creating a constantly changing scene as water, sediment, and light shift throughout the day.
A special thanks to the wonderful and kind people of Hosteria Farallon for making it possible to host the camera. ou can experience this exact view in person and support this stream by staying at their hotel! Learn more here: hosteriafarallon.com
From this vantage point, the Upano River can be seen flowing through the foreground, cutting through dense rainforest fed by volcanic soils and heavy rainfall. The region is rich in biodiversity, and while the volcano dominates the skyline, the surrounding jungle supports a wide range of wildlife.
This livestream and timelapse are part of AfarTV’s mission to provide continuous, high-quality observation of Earth’s most dynamic natural environments — enabling both public engagement and scientific awareness.
This timelapse captures sunrise over Sangay Volcano, filmed from AfarTV’s 4K 24/7 livestream — the world’s first continuous 4K public webcam of this remote and powerful volcano. As daylight breaks, the summit and surrounding Amazon landscape come into view, revealing one of the most persistently active volcanoes on Earth.
Sangay rises to 5,230 meters (17,159 feet) above sea level and is located in eastern Ecuador, on the edge of the Amazon Basin. It is known for its near-continuous eruptive activity, with frequent ash emissions, lava flows, and pyroclastic events recorded over decades. Due to its remote location within Sangay National Park, much of its activity goes unseen — making continuous observation like this especially valuable.
The volcano has been in an ongoing eruptive phase since 2019, producing regular ash plumes and occasional pyroclastic density currents that descend its steep slopes. Ashfall from Sangay can travel long distances, sometimes affecting communities far to the west depending on wind conditions.
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Where is this camera?
This camera is positioned on the east side of the Upano River, looking west toward Sangay Volcano. The Upano River flows prominently through the foreground, creating a constantly changing scene as water, sediment, and light shift throughout the day.
A special thanks to the wonderful and kind people of Hosteria Farallon for making it possible to host the camera. ou can experience this exact view in person and support this stream by staying at their hotel! Learn more here: hosteriafarallon.com
From this vantage point, the Upano River can be seen flowing through the foreground, cutting through dense rainforest fed by volcanic soils and heavy rainfall. The region is rich in biodiversity, and while the volcano dominates the skyline, the surrounding jungle supports a wide range of wildlife.
This livestream and timelapse are part of AfarTV’s mission to provide continuous, high-quality observation of Earth’s most dynamic natural environments — enabling both public engagement and scientific awareness.
