Visite privée de Papallacta Hot Springs & Cloud Forest Reserve
Description
Cette visite privée vous permet de visiter la zone volcanique Papallacta avec des sources thermales situées à 3250 msnm (10600 pieds). Vous profiterez des piscines chaudes entourées par la Cordillère des Andes. Pendant votre Bath time, vous observerez le paysage époustouflant de la forêt andine et de la chaîne de montagnes orientales, qui mène à la forêt amazonienne. Cette visite comprend également la visite du Guango lodge, l'un des meilleurs endroits en Équateur pour l'observation des oiseaux. Vous explorerez la réserve avec votre Guide touristique pour observer les oiseaux comme le Geai turquoise, le Canard torrent, de nombreux colibris et des plantes comme des fougères géantes, des orchidées, des broméliacées, des anthuriums, etc. Important : La promenade en forêt nuageuse se déroule sur des sentiers naturels de montagne qui peuvent être boueux, inégaux et glissants, surtout après la pluie. Nous vous recommandons de porter des chaussures ou des bottes de randonnée à bout fermé et d'apporter une veste de pluie légère.
Options de l'excursion
Itinéraire
Vous visiterez les sources chaudes les meilleures et les plus populaires d’Équateur. Un endroit qui a remporté 3 fois le prix du meilleur hôtel-spa aux World Travel Awards. Vous pouvez visiter les bains publics où se trouvent 8 piscines avec de l'eau à différentes températures et tailles, dont une froide. Ou rendez-vous au spa où vous pourrez réserver un massage et utiliser les piscines privées avec moins de monde.
Observez le magnifique lac de montagne situé au milieu des collines escarpées.
Vous observerez le magnifique paysage de la réserve. Même parfois, il est possible de voir l'incroyable volcan Antisana. Cet endroit est l'un des plus importants pour la conservation de la faune des landes. Il y a quelques espèces en voie d'extinction qui utilisent cette zone hige, comme le condor des Andes et l'ours à lunettes.
Vous visiterez le meilleur complexe thermal d'Equateur.
Points forts
Ce qui est inclus
Lieux et horaires de prise en charge
Nous viendrons vous chercher à n'importe quel hôtel à Quito.
Avis des voyageurs
Informations importantes
- Landau ou poussette possible pour les bébés et enfants en bas âge
- Transports en commun disponibles à proximité
- Convient à toutes les conditions physiques
Avis(78)
Our tour was fantastic!! Christian was so knowledgeable and interesting! No issues with language. A must book for your vacation!!
Great experience! Christian is a fantastic and knowledgeable guide and made sure we had a good experience. The termales are a bit busy but still relaxing and worth the trip.
This was a great way to spend a day in Quito. The hike was wonderful and the spa experience was relaxing and lovely.
Pamela was very knowledgeable and friendly. She went above and beyond to make our experience as enjoyable as possible.
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.
Thank you for your wonderful review and for your valuable feedback. While bird activity always depends on the season and weather, we are delighted that Christian's attentiveness and local expertise made your trip worthwhile. Congratulations again to Christian on his 400th sighting! We are glad you enjoyed the beautiful Papallacta hot springs, and we appreciate you sharing the great advice regarding spa bookings. We look forward to welcoming you back again.
We had a wonderful experience with our family. Daniel was an excellent tour guide— extremely knowledgeable and kind.
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so glad your family had a wonderful time and that Daniel’s knowledge and kindness stood out during your tour. We’ll definitely share your kind words with him. Safe travels to you and your family!
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.
Thank you so much for your review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the hot springs and that Josue took such good care of you. He truly has a knack for bird spotting and loves sharing his knowledge of the area. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. Hope to see you again soon for another adventure!
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!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you had such a great experience with Daniel. His knowledge of the history of Quito and the wildlife of the surrounding Andes really helps make the journey even more interesting. It’s great that you enjoyed your visit to Guango Lodge, a fantastic place to observe hummingbirds and explore the Andean cloud forest. We’re also glad you had the chance to relax at the hot springs in Papallacta, and that Daniel gave you the flexibility to enjoy them at your own pace. Thank you again for your kind words. Daniel will be very happy to hear them, and we would love to welcome you back for another adventure in Ecuador!
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.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are truly sorry to hear that the experience did not meet your expectations. Your comments are very important to us, and we sincerely regret that the information provided was not as clear or helpful as it should have been. We will review this with our team and reinforce the importance of providing clear and complete information to our guests. We would also like to kindly mention that, as this is a natural reserve, wildlife sightings such as animals or birds can never be guaranteed, since nature is unpredictable and these species move freely in their natural habitat. We truly appreciate your feedback, as it helps us continue improving our service and the experience we offer to future visitors.
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.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing experience exploring the Andes with your guide. It’s great that you enjoyed the hike through the beautiful trails at Guango Lodge, surrounded by incredible plants and hummingbirds. The drive through the mountains often offers spectacular views, and catching a glimpse of Antisana Volcano along the way is always a special bonus. We’re also glad you had the chance to relax in the hot springs of Papallacta—soaking in the warm pools while surrounded by that stunning landscape is the perfect way to unwind after hiking. And we completely agree: staying at the lodge there can make the experience even more magical. Thank you again for sharing your experience, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure from Quito in the future!
