Free time in Quito? Lets go to Papallacta's Volcanic Termal Springs!


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Departs: Quito, Quito

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

Take some time off while traveling to Quito and relax.
This Private Tour takes around an hour and a half driving northeast direction to Termas de Papallacta; a place well-known for its thermal volcanic water pools and Spa.
Not many people know this place, nor the properties that these waters have, the best option for a short stay in the city or a relaxing wellness time with your nearby people in a pure Andean environment
Perfect facilities and infrastructure for you not to worry about anything and just take your take for wellness and relax.
Accompanied by a certificated local tour guide and driver, an open-minded ambient, good music, good conversation, and comfortability of its car.
Is better if you make the payment/booking in advance at Termas de Papallacta webpage to avoid conglomeration and waiting lines.
For a more customized service find me on media as MUFI TOURS
Feel free to ask! Already vaccinated. LGBTQ 420 friendly.


What's Included

Fuel surcharge

Local sweets, local sparkling water and some warm tea

Parking Fees

Private transportation

WiFi on board

What's Not Included

Entrance ticket and complimentary services; Balneario ($10) and VIP/Spa ($25)

Gratuities

Lunch


Traveler Information

  • YOUTH: Age: 12 - 17
  • ADULT: Age: 18 - 80

Additional Info

  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Face masks required for travellers in public areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Face masks required for travellers in public areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

What To Expect

El Viejo Ilalo
(3000 years bc) A dormant volcano that bisects the valleys of Quito, full of ancient stories and evidence of local life of Tumbaco's valley through Ruta Viva highway.

• Admission Ticket Free

Antisana Ecological Reserve
Very close to Quito or the airport; in north/east direction the jungle starts! Napo province is the one that connects Quito to the begining of the amazonas forest, and water reserve that supplies this valuable resource to the hole city!

• Admission Ticket Free

Papallacta
We will pass through the town of Papallacta showing the Sierra / Amazon climate change, as well as being the center of trade for their products. If we are lucky and it is not cloudy we will be able to see the Papallacta Lagoon on the way, which is the main source of water for the city of Quito. They also have good food options if you want to have lunch or buy any product. It depends on visiting hours so if it is of interest, let me know in advance.

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Termas de Papallacta
After an hour and a half of travel, we arrive at the Papallacta hot springs. Where the magic happens! Feel the powerful sulfuric water! Rainwater infiltrated into the Chacana volcanic caldera, where they acquire heat energy, magma, and their mineral-medicinal priorities. Restart muscles, improve blood pressure, skin, and relaxing properties, being the perfect solution for traveler's body well-being! I am in charge of letting you know the facilities as well as giving you recommendations, I can also enter the pool with you and so we chat for a moment.

3 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Quito
Or depending on the agreed place to drop you off, I return to Quito in a relaxed way with good music and always looking for comfort.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Free






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