Papallacta Hot Springs

Itinerary

Day 1-3 Quito/Papallacta

Enjoy a lovely private drive from Quito to the Papallacta Hot Spring Resort. Termas de Papallacta SPA, Resort and Convention Center is located 40 miles east of Quito, the capital city of Ecuador in the heart of South America. Perched on a high Andean valley at the entrance route to the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle, the spa resort offers its visitors health, recreation, adventure and rest. Whether relaxing in the thermal baths, indulging in optional activities such as pampering spa treatments, or embarking on adventure walks at the Rancho del Cann (Canyon Ranch) or Cayambe-Coca Ecological Reserve, you are sure to enjoy the Papallacta experience. Return transfer back to Quito on day 3.The hotel has 32 rooms, each with heating and a private bathroom. The rooms are situated next to the thermal pools for exclusive use of our guests. The hotel restaurant offers delicious Ecuadorian and international cuisine using ingredients from our organic kitchen garden. The thermal baths are located on the banks of the Papallacta river in a unique natural environment accommodating nine hot thermal pools and three cold water pools. The resort restaurant offers a diverse menu and caters to all tastes. You can also purchase snacks and drinks at the kiosk.The hydrothermal value of Termas de Papallacta's Hot Springs is thanks to Papallacta's location between two volcanoes, Volcano Cayambe and Volcano Antisana.The source temperature of the thermal baths varies between 30C and 70C (86F and 158F). At the pools the temperature ranges from 36C to 40C (97F to 104F).Papallactas thermal waters contain sulfates, sodium, calcium, chloride and traces of magnesium which are odourless and colourless but have a slightly salty taste. Besides improving intestinal function, the baths' curative properties are also anti-allergenic, anti-inflammatory, diuretic and anti-rheumatic.General physical and chemical characteristics of the hot springs:*Thermal baths contain sulphates, chlorides, calcium and sodium, plus trace elements such as magnesium and lithium*Medicinal mineral concentration >1,300 mg/ltr*Super heated (above 50C at the source)*Hyper stimulating*Odourless, colourless with a slightly salty tasteGeneral therapeutic use:*Inhalation of vapours helps to moisturize, loosen and eliminate secretions from the respiratory tract*Bathing in the waters opens the skin's pores, helping to remove toxins and absorb minerals*Ingestion: One or two cups of warm water may be ingested according to medical prescription helping in various metabolic and pathological functionsSpecific benefits of the medicinal mineral waters:*The sulphates, sodium and magnesium traces improve intestinal function. Minerals are anti-allergic, soothing and anti-inflammatory, helping to regulate intestinal PH, and in conditions such as obesity, kidney problems, gallstones and gout*The sulphates and calcium help to maintain neuro-vegatative balance and contain diuretic properties*The chloride traces have a minor effect on gastric secretions and intestinal function (colic), generally helping to activate metabolism. Chloride is anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic and anti-catarrhal. It is also active in rheumatic-arthritic functions and neuralgia*Sodium chloride gives a stimulating effect*Calcium salts have a soothing effectGeneral benefits:*Relaxing effect on smooth muscle tissue (renal, hepatic, gall, etc.)*Alieviates respiratory problems*Improves osteo-synthesis, muscle and joint elasticity and speeds up recovery processes of cuts and fractures*Stimulates the healing process*Improves intestinal function*Stimulates dilatation of blood vessels and improves blood flow*Eliminates toxinsOptional Activities:Various optional tours can be booked while at the resort for additional costs, they include:Spa Treatments at the ResortThe Rancho del Cann is a protected area extending 625 acres (250 hectares) located at the entrance of the Cayambe-Coca Ecological Reserve. Trekking along the ecological footpaths is an exciting way to appreciate and learn about the local flora and fauna which boasts a number of species endemic to the area, including more than 160 bird species, tapirs, anteater bears, and many more.Cayambe Coca is managed by the Ministry of the Environment. The Reserve extends for approximately 400,000 hectares (1 million acres) and is largely composed of peramo (moorland), primary forests, rivers and lagoons. Cayambe Coca is considered one of the protected areas housing the greatest animal and plant diversity in Ecuador. From Papallacta the reserve can be accessed upon payment of a small entrance fee. The peramo, considered a carbon deposit, collects and regulates water flow and rainfall. Trout fishing is allowed with the appropriate permit issued by the authorities.

Trip Details

Accommodation	Comfortable hotel (2nts)
Departure	Sun, Mon, Tues, Wed
Group Size	No Minimum
Included Highlights	Visit to the famous hot springs of Papallacta and relax in the thermal waters
Meals Included	2B
StartFinish	ex Quito
Transport	Van or Bus
Brochure Intro	One of Ecuador's most relaxing places to visit, the Papallacta Hot Springs can be a destination by itself, or a great addition to another tour.

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