This half-day tour takes you from Quito airport to the beautiful Papallacta hot springs for a relaxing experience. The tour is the perfect option for travelers who arrived 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) and about 1.5 hours away from Quito. Papallacta is known for its famous hot springs. The source temperature of the thermal baths varies between 30 °C and 70 °C (86 °F and 158 °F). After this relaxing time, you will back to Quito airport for your next flight and destination.
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Highlights
Papallacta Hot SpringsWaters that will help you to gently exfoliate your skin and relax your body.
Natural Hot SpringsAll pools water originate from the enclosing natural resources that contain a range of curative properties..
View of the Antisana VolcanoIt is the fourth highest volcano in Ecuador, at 5,753 metres.
Itinerary
PAPALLACTA HOT SPRINGS
You will be picked up from Quito Airport, then drive to Papallacta town, which is around 1-hour drive, where you can see the majestic Ecuadorian Andes.
At the Papallacta Hot Springs, you can visit the hot springs pools and the water pools for a relaxing treatment and feel the magic of the volcanic water spring.
After a relaxing day, you will be transferred back to Quito Airport.
+ Additional food or beverages.
+ Personal health & travel insurance.
+ Optional tips for guides and drivers.
Additional information
Prices for 2024 and 2025 are subject to change.
Have at least 6 hours between arrival and departure flights.
Upgrade to Papallacta SPA is an additional ( 20 USD), 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 and the respective cruise operator reserve the right to change the itinerary without prior notice due to weather conditions, availability, National Park regulations or notifications, and unforeseeable circumstances.
If you would like to enter the Cotopaxi National Park (for example, to visit Limpiopungo or the Cotopaxi Refugio, or to stop underway to take pictures), you are required to rent the services of a local guide. The cost is USD 40.
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Authenticity: Rebecca Adventure Travel offers unique and authentic experiences. All tours are personally selected by Rebecca, which guarantees authentic hotels (preferably family-owned), high-quality tours, great service, and, last but not least, value for money.
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