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Request More InformationThis half-day tour takes you from Quito airport to the beautiful Papallacta hot springs for a relaxing experience. This is the perfect option for travelers who arrive in Quito and have time (6 hours or more) before their international connection. Papallacta is a small Ecuadorian highlands village located in the Andes mountain range (east side) about 1.5 hours away from Quito. It is known for its famous thermal baths, whose source temperature varies between 86 °F and 158 °F (30 °C and 70 °C). After this relaxing time, head back to Quito airport for your next flight and destination.
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Papallacta Hot SpringsWaters that will help you to gently exfoliate your skin and relax your body.- Natural Hot SpringsAll pool water comes from surrounding natural sources with a range of healing properties.
- View of the Antisana VolcanoIt is the fourth highest volcano in Ecuador, standing tall at 5,753 m.a.s.l.
Papallacta Hot SpringsWaters that will help you to gently exfoliate your skin and relax your body.Itinerary
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PAPALLACTA HOT SPRINGS
A driver will pick you up from Quito Airport and take you on a one-hour drive to Papallacta, where you can admire the majestic Ecuadorian Andes. At Papallacta Hot Springs, you can enjoy the hot spring pools for a relaxing treatment with volcanic spring water. After a relaxing day, the driver will transfer you back to Quito International Airport.
Activity:Relaxing. Exploring. Sightseeing.
Transport:Car.
Activity:Relaxing. Exploring. Sightseeing.
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- Entrance to Papallacta Public Pools.
- Private transportation to and from Quito Airport.
- Experienced, certified, English-speaking guide.
- All activities as described in the itinerary.
- 24/7 assistance in English, Dutch and Spanish.
Entrance to Papallacta Public Pools.
Private transportation to and from Quito Airport.
Experienced, certified, English-speaking guide.
All activities as described in the itinerary.
24/7 assistance in English, Dutch and Spanish.
Exclusions+ Additional food or beverages.
+ Personal health & travel insurance.
+ Optional tips for guides and drivers.
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Our Day Tours can only be booked in combination with Multiple-Day packages.
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- Prices for 2025 are subject to change.
- Have at least 6 hours between arrival and departure flights.
- Upgrade to Papallacta SPA is an additional USD 20. Please contact us to arrange it.
- Important things to bring: warm and waterproof clothing, gloves, water, energy snacks, sunblock, sunglasses, and your passport.
- Keep in mind that the weather at 13,000 ft (4,000 m) can change suddenly from sunny to cold with stormy winds and wet snow.
- Since you will ride on steep mountain trails where oxygen is limited, it is our safety recommendation that the rider weighs 220 lbs (100 kg) or less.
- Inform yourself about food safety when traveling to tropical countries. Take the necessary precautions to avoid food poisoning (always wash your hands before eating, don’t eat street food, only eat peeled fruits, etc.).
- It is mandatory to have valid travel and medical insurance. Please inform us of any known medical conditions you have.
- Rebecca Adventure Travel reserves the right to change the itinerary without prior notice due to weather conditions, availability, National Park regulations or notifications, and unforeseeable circumstances.
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