Papallacta Hot Springs: Andes Mountain Retreat

Immerse yourself in the natural wonders of Papallacta Hot Spring and Guango Reserve. Experience the volcanic terrain, relax in thermal springs, and indulge in elegant birdwatching amidst stunning landscapes.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Termas de Papallacta - Experience Ecuador’s finest and most renowned hot springs. This location has been awarded the title of best spa-hotel three times at the World Travel Awards.
    Visitors can enjoy the public baths, which feature eight pools of varying temperatures and sizes, including a cold pool. Alternatively, guests can opt for the spa area,…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Hot Springs Entrance fee
  • Tips
  • Guango lodge entrance fee $10
Additional Information

This exclusive tour offers a visit to the Papallacta volcanic region, featuring thermal springs situated at 3,250 meters (10,600 feet) above sea level. Guests can relax in the hot pools, surrounded by the majestic Andes Mountains.
While enjoying the thermal baths, visitors will be treated to breathtaking views of the Andean forest and the Eastern…

Location
Termas de Papallacta
Km. 65, vía Quito - Baeza
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Arianna_c
May 3, 2026
Pamela was very... - Pamela was very knowledgeable and friendly. She went above and beyond to make our experience as enjoyable as possible.
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J4952ouelizabethl
Mar 19, 2026
It was a great experience! - We had a wonderful experience with our family. Daniel was an excellent tour guide— extremely knowledgeable and kind.
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Petebr777
Mar 7, 2026
Josue is a very good guide. - Josue was our guide and he did a good job. He's a good bird spotter and knows the area very well. The hot springs was very enjoyable.
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Q675vqgabriellas
Feb 26, 2026
Great time at hot springs! - Daniel was a fantastic host. He filled us in on the history of Quito and the wildlife of the surrounding area throughout the drive and at the Guango Lodge. He also let us decide how much time we wanted at the Hot Springs! I would gladly rebook with Daniel if we visit Ecuador again!
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Q3023opsashas
Jan 24, 2026
Relaxing & magical Experience! - The trip was amazing— a short hike through the Guango with amazing plants and hummingbirds! Our guide gave us plenty of history about the surrounding area, and we even had a view of Anisanta Volcano on the way! The Papallacta Hot Springs—there was the option to visit the “busier” public side for $10, or the quieter side for $24, and our group Opted for a (delicious!) lunch on the more private side. It was so wonderful to experience the glorious landscape while we soaked in the hot springs: it felt so wonderful after many days of hiking! We all agreed that if we get the opportunity to come back, it would even be worth staying at the hotel there. It’s about 1.5 hours of mountain driving each way, and well worth the trip.
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Jana
Jan 20, 2026
Perfect day in papallacta - Daniel was the perfect guide for us. We told him what we wanted to see, and he tailored the tour accordingly. Daniel knows a lot about birds and nature and is very passionate about it. The whole organization worked out great, and he was also very friendly. We would definitely book another tour with him. This tour is the perfect mix of nature experience and relaxing.
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Davina8415
Jan 19, 2026
A great chance to observe rare bird varieties in a natural surrounding and total relaxation in the volcanic waters - Mauro from Nantu.org was punctual, welcoming and extremely knowledgeable; not only about the Hot Springs and Rainforest flora and fauna, but also the wider history of Quito and the mountains and volcanoes that surround it. We saw Toucan and Torrent Ducks which are rare, as well as Hummingbirds in their natural environment in a hike led by Mauro. The hot springs were a fabulous way to end our holiday and would highly recommend
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Pepper7651
Jan 16, 2026
Relaxing hot pools with some birding - Lovely day with expert guiding. Hot pools amazing and very relaxing
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Julia_f
Apr 3, 2026
A lovely day - Christian was a lovely guide. Quieter than some others we had, but very responsive when we initiated conversations! Unfortunately for us, the bright sun and abundance of forest fruits in season meant that the birds were not as abundant for viewing. However, Christian made it worth our while, discussing local species and even scoring f his 400th personal sighting with us—hurrah! Papallacta was lovely. Recommend, if you would like an additional service such as a massage, to book in advance.
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Kathleenkt3320ha
Feb 4, 2026
Save your money and go to a spa. Title - We pay $240 to be taken on a short hike where we saw no birds or animals. We had to pay to go in the area where we went on a half hour hike. We then were driven to a Hot Springs and dropped off where we had to pay for the spa and our lunch. Our guide provided little information. We essentially received a ride to a short hike and a spa. I would not recommend this excursion.
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From $90
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).