3 Spa & Hot Spring Days to Build a Day Around

1.Papallacta Hot Springs & Guango Birding Reserve Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $120Our pick

Travel privately from Quito to Guango Birding Reserve and Papallacta, with a guide such as Daniel or Christian. Expect hummingbirds, a riverside walk, mountain scenery, and several hours at the thermal pools. Entrance fees, lunch, and optional spa treatments cost extra.

“We had a great time hiking by the river. We saw some beautiful birds. The hotpsrings were very enjoyable to relax in. The view of the mountains and greenery were extra special. You can have lunch there as well. It was a great day! Our guide, Christian, was very friendly and informative. He got us a lot of interesting information and I learned a lot. He answered any extra questions we had as well. It was a great day!”

Check availability →Read our full review

2.Popayan: Condor Watching in Purace + San Juan Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6 reviews · 10 hours · from $119Best value

Leave Popayán at 7:00 am with an English-speaking guide such as Daniel, Estephany, or Doris for Puracé National Natural Park. See condors from about 8 meters away, pass frailejones, waterfalls, and lagoons, then relax in San Juan’s thermal baths before a traditional lunch.

“The visit to Purace National Park was a truly awesome experience. Estephany and Doris were very attentive and knowledgeable. I can highly recommend this tour company and an excursion into this beautiful part of the world.”

Check availability →Read our full review

3.Birding Hike and Hot Spring Soak from Denver

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $275

Join naturalist Ryan or another professional guide from Denver for a private birding hike through spruce-fir forest to a lake and active glacier. Binoculars, snacks, hot drinks, winter gear, hotel transport, and an Idaho Springs hot spring soak are included, while lunch is on your own.

“I cannot recommend taking a tour with Ryan enough! The day prior to my tour the Denver area received roughly two feet of snow. Ryan reached out prior to the storm and was very flexible with our plans when the weather conditions did not allow for what was originally planned. Ryan is incredibly knowledgeable about birding, geology, and history. The tour was a great blend of learning, hiking, and relaxation. I could not recommend this enough for people looking for a unique experience!”

Check availability →Read our full review