Flights from Quito or Guayaquil arrive to Catamayo Airport, located 45 minutes from Loja and 90 minutes from Vilcabamba, road is in good conditions and has a stunning view. New direct flights from Guayaquil are now being scheduled by Tame Airlines.

Para transportar a los turistas al Valle de Vilcabamba, existen diferentes alternativas:

Vilcabambaturis buses charge $1 per person for a 1 hour trip.

Another option is to take a Taxi-ruta, which terminal is in Pio Jaramillo Alvarado Street in front of Silva Gas Station. 45 minute ride costs $1.20 per person.

Finally, air terminal cabs cost $30 to Vilcabamba and $15 from Loja to Vilcabamaba