Palmira Desert & Atillo Lagoons Excursion
Palmira Desert & Atillo Lagoons Excursion
At 7 am we'll pick you up at your hotel in Baños de Agua Santa and drive by minibus to the desert of Palmira, about two and a half hours away.
We'll spend an hour walking through the dunes of the Palmira Desert, a curious landscape of the Andean páramo located 9,842 feet (3,000 meters) above sea level. You'll be able to take hundreds of photos and admire the numerous pine trees that grow in this area. We'll explain why the arrival of the Spanish colonists caused the desertification of this area and, with a little luck, we'll get to see blackbirds, turtledoves and carunculated caracaras.
Next, we'll return to the vehicle and head to Sangay National Park, where we'll find the lagoons of Altillo. Here, we'll go on a hiking route along the banks of these springs as we tell you the legends told about the Puruhá Indigenous Peoples, the ancient inhabitants of these lands. Fun fact: the name of this area means 'lagoon of punishment'.
Afterward, you'll have an hour of free time to continue exploring the area and refuel with a delicious picnic that includes a sandwich, a piece of fruit and juice.
We'll finish the tour at 6 pm leaving you back at your hotel.
More Information
Duration
11 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup and return transfer
Transport by minibus
English–speaking guide
Picnic lunch
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Imagine Ecuador
Corporate name: IMAGINE ECUADOR IMAECUADOR CIA LTDA
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
