Finca Arcoiris: A Hiking Paradise in Papallacta

Getting There

• Car

  From Papallacta Hot Springs, head southeast on the Pan-American Highway (E28) for about 5 kilometers. Look for the signs indicating Finca Arcoiris. You will need to take a right turn onto a smaller road that leads directly to the location. The GPS coordinates for Finca Arcoiris are approximately -0.404066 latitude and -78.173953 longitude. Once you arrive at the designated area, you may need to park your car in available spaces nearby.

• Public Transportation

  From Papallacta Hot Springs, you can take a local bus heading towards Quito. Ask the driver to drop you off at the nearest stop to Finca Arcoiris. This is usually near the Pan-American Highway exit. From there, you may need to walk approximately 1 kilometer to reach Finca Arcoiris. It is advisable to check the bus schedule for the latest times and ensure that you have small change for the bus fare, which is typically around $0.50.

• Taxi

  You can also hire a taxi from Papallacta Hot Springs directly to Finca Arcoiris. Negotiate the fare before starting your journey; it should generally cost between $5 to $10 depending on your exact pickup point and the driver. The ride should take around 10-15 minutes. Make sure to have the location's coordinates (-0.404066, -78.173953) or the name 'Finca Arcoiris' ready to show the driver.