8-Hour Papallacta Hot Springs Tour from Quito with Antisana Views

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Marvel at the panoramic view of Antisana Volcano
• 02 Relax in the medicinal hot springs at Papallacta
• 03 Enjoy the scenic Papallacta Lagoon panorama
• 04 Add an optional hummingbird visit at Guango Lodge

Indulge in relaxation at the Papallacta Hot Springs and SPA on this full-day trip from Quito. Nestled in an Andean valley surrounded by jungle, the complex offers breathtaking scenery, medicinal thermal baths, and views of Antisana Volcano and Papallacta Lagoon. You can also upgrade your visit with additional spa treatments and an optional hummingbird experience at Guango Lodge. Travel by private touristic transportation with an English / Spanish guide for a personalized experience.

Nestled in an Andean valley surrounded by jungle, the complex offers breathtaking scenery, medicinal thermal baths, and views of Antisana Volcano and Papallacta Lagoon.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Quito, Antisana Ecological Reserve

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Papallacta Hot Springs, Antisana Views & Papallacta Lagoon

Please let us know your location in Quito city or at the airport for pickup.

• Pick up in Quito by private touristic transportation.
• Drive just 2 hours from Quito.
• Marvel at the panoramic view of Antisana Volcano.
• Entrance fees are not included: public pools cost USD 13 per person, and spa pools cost USD 25 per person.
• Relax in the medicinal hot springs.
• Lunch is not included.
• An optional hummingbird visit is available for USD 10 per person.
• Enjoy the panoramic view of Papallacta Lagoon.
• Return to Quito.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Private touristic transportation
• English / Spanish guide

What's Not Included

• Entrance: public pools (USD 13 per person) or spa pools (USD 25 per person)
• Food
• Tips
• Towels (USD 2)
• Unspecified details

What to bring

• Sunglasses
• Coat
• Comfortable shoes
• Bath sandals
• Bathing suit
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent
• Camera

Know before you go

• The Papallacta Hot Springs are just a few hours from Quito. On our tour, you can enjoy a full day of relaxation. The day begins with a visit to the lookout of Papallacta Lagoon, where you can admire the beautiful landscape and feel the cold of the moor, then continue towards the tourist complex, "Termas de Papallacta".
• Optional: hummingbird visit at Guango Lodge (USD 10 fee).

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Quito, Ecuador

Tour start

Quito, Ecuador

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.