Cotopaxi Volcano and Papallacta Hot Springs - In a One Day
Pichincha, Ecuador
This tour from the city to two impressive destinations in a single day: The majestic Cotopaxi volcano, then immerse yourself in hot springs of Papallacta, a combination of adventure and relaxation.
Highlights
- Cotopaxi National Park spans the provinces of Pichincha and Cotopaxi.
- Limpiopungo Lagoon offers excellent opportunities for photography and wildlife observation.
- Papallacta Hot Springs are renowned for their therapeutic mineral waters.
- Observation of native flora and fauna of the Ecuadorian Andes.
- Relax in hot springs with temperatures reaching up to 30ºC.
Description
Cotopaxi National Park features one of the highest active volcanoes in the Ecuadorian Andes. The tour departs from Quito, the capital of Ecuador, and provides panoramic views of Andean landscapes with diverse flora and fauna.
You will walk around Limpiopungo Lagoon, where llamas and Andean birds can be observed in their natural habitat. The tour continues to Papallacta, known for thermal waters set amid mountainous scenery. The hot springs have relaxing and therapeutic properties due to mineral content, including sulfur, calcium, and magnesium, which vary with temperature. This offers a restorative experience after a day spent exploring nature.
This combined tour allows you to experience both the volcanic landscapes of Cotopaxi and the rejuvenating hot springs of Papallacta in the Ecuadorian paramos.
Includes
- Pick up and drop off
- Comfortable transportation
- Bilingual tour guide
- Lunch
- Bottled water
Excludes
- Breakfast
- Papallacta hot spring entry ticket ($25)
- Tips
- Personal expenses
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For booking, bring comfortable walking shoes, swimwear for the hot springs, and weather-appropriate clothing. The best time to visit is during the dry season for clearer views and safer trekking conditions.
