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By Galapagos My World
Free cancellation available
Price is £171 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Looking for the perfect way to spend your last day in Quito? Escape the city and relax in the famous Papallacta Hot Springs, a natural sanctuary high in the Andes. Located on the road to the Amazon, Papallacta sits inside an ancient volcanic caldera where geothermal waters have flowed for thousands of years. These mineral-rich hot springs are known for their relaxing and therapeutic properties, making them the perfect place to recharge after your travels.

    Surrounded by beautiful Andean landscapes, you will enjoy views of the páramo ecosystem, clear mountain lagoons, and unique high-altitude plants. Papallacta lies between the Cayambe-Coca and Antisana Ecological Reserves, two of Ecuador’s most important natural areas.

    The highlight of this tour is soaking in warm thermal pools while admiring the dramatic Andean mountains and volcanic landscapes, one of the most beautiful natural landmarks near Quito.

    Perfect for nature lovers and wellness seekers.

Activity location

  • Papallacta
    • Papallacta, Napo, Ecuador

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Papallacta
    • Papallacta, Napo, Ecuador

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Papallacta Hot Springs: Relax in Ecuador’s Andes Mountain Range

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 07:30
Price details
£171.41 x 1 Adult£171.41
Total
Price is £171.41

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Professional Guide/Driver with private transport
  • Inclusions
    Pick up from Quito or airport
  • Inclusions
    Entrance fee to Papallacta Hot Springs
  • Exclusions
    Travel Insurance
  • Exclusions
    Body Treatments or therapeutic massages
  • Exclusions
    Lunch and tips

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Escape to the Andes on this Papallacta Hot Springs Tour from Quito, one of the most relaxing and scenic day trips in Ecuador. Visit the famous Termas Papallacta, where natural hot springs are surrounded by stunning mountain landscapes, offering the perfect combination of wellness and nature. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Andes with opportunities to stop for photos of the impressive Antisana Volcano and high-altitude landscapes, weather permitting. Upon arrival, unwind in the thermal pools, known for their mineral-rich waters and therapeutic benefits. Enhance your experience with a peaceful walk through a preserved high Andean forest, home to unique flora and fresh mountain air. For an extra touch of relaxation, optional spa treatments and therapeutic massages are available at the resort. This Papallacta day tour is ideal for travellers seeking relaxation, nature, and unforgettable views just a short distance from Quito. As we travel through the Andes, you may encounter some of the region’s most iconic wildlife, including the Andean Bear, White-tailed Deer, hummingbirds, eagles, Andean hawks, and many other fascinating species that call these mountains home.

Location

Activity location

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    Papallacta
    • Papallacta, Napo, Ecuador

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Papallacta
    • Papallacta, Napo, Ecuador

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