Volcano Cotopaxi and Papallacta Tour

Immerse yourself in this wonderful Volcano Cotopaxi and Papallacta tour from Quito to the impressive volcano, and after a strenuous hike, relax in the hot springs.

Volcano Cotopaxi, a majestic snow-capped mountain that rises to an altitude of 5,897 meters. Located in Cotopaxi National Park, one of Ecuador’s active volcanoes, it is known for its shape and snow-capped peak. During this scenic visit, you can enjoy activities such as hiking and wildlife watching and even enjoy incredible panoramic views.

On this tour, you’ll also visit the serene Papallacta Hot Springs, an incredible destination located in the Napo province, in the heart of Ecuador’s Amazon region. These hot springs are known for their therapeutic and medicinal properties, ideal for rejuvenating the body and mind after a day of adventure.

Surrounded by spectacular scenery, you can immerse yourself in mineral water pools, enjoying a total wellness experience. In addition, this magnificent destination offers stunning views of the often snow-capped Andean mountains, creating a unique environment that combines nature, tranquility, and energy.

During your visit, you’ll have the opportunity to observe exotic birds. This Cotopaxi and Papallacta tour is undoubtedly a perfect stop for lovers of ecotourism, health tourism, and nature; it will definitely be part of an unforgettable memory.

Highlights

• Enjoy Limpiopungo Lagoon, located within Cotopaxi National Park, a wonderful lagoon known for its flora and fauna. Enjoy a hike around it where you’ll observe diverse wildlife.
• Immerse yourself in the Papallacta Hot Springs, located in the province of Napo. It boasts thermal waters with healing properties that can relax you, and you’ll also be able to admire fascinating mountain landscapes.

Itinerary

1. Stop 1Cotopaxi National Park

   

   When you arrive at Cotopaxi National Park, you will be able to find a variety of vegetation. If you are lucky, you will be able to see the Andean condor in the heights of the paramos and photograph them. On this route to Cotopaxi, you will have the opportunity to venture into the exploration of the lower slopes of the volcano or go hiking as you delve into the natural beauty. Here you can ascend to the Jose Rivas Refuge if you wish, at 4,800 m (15.7480 ft) above sea level, which offers impressive views of the volcano and its surroundings and is a place to capture unique photographs.

2. Stop 2Limpiopungo Lagoon

   

   We will continue our trip to the Limpiopungo Lagoon, a glacial lake with crystal-clear waters located in the heart of Cotopaxi National Park. Here we will take an exciting walk around the Limpiopungo lagoon while we admire the great biodiversity for which this great protected area is recognized. You will have a serene connection with nature while you observe the variety of bird and mammal species of these Andean moors, such as hawks, wild rabbits, moor foxes, and deer.

3. Stop 3Papallacta Hot Springs

   

   After enjoying Cotopaxi, we headed towards the Papallacta Hot Springs, located in the province of Napo. In this great place, you can immerse yourself in a natural spa surrounded by great landscapes. As for the therapeutic pools, they are good for your health due to their minerals, and you can relax while contemplating the wonderful mountain views. You will have a complete experience with lodging services, a spa, and trails where you can feel in a more pleasant environment as you connect with natural beauty.

   Meals: lunch

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