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Hot springs · Pereira, Risaralda
Termales de Santa Rosa de Cabal
Natural hot-water pools at the bottom of a mountain valley, at the foot of a high waterfall, about 9 km from the town of Santa Rosa de Cabal and 30 km from Pereira.
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About Termales de Santa Rosa de Cabal
The Termales de Santa Rosa de Cabal lie in a narrow valley of the Cordillera Central, at about 2,000 meters altitude, surrounded by native forest. Hot water emerges from the ground heated by volcanic activity in the Parque Los Nevados region and fills outdoor pools, with temperatures around 40 °C. Beside them, a cold waterfall drops from a great height down the slope.
There are two main complexes in the valley: the thermal bathing area, simpler and popular with Colombian families, and the thermal hotel, with pools, a restaurant, a spa and accommodation at the foot of the waterfall. Both accept day visitors. Nearby, the Termales San Vicente, in another valley, are a thermal reserve with pools in the middle of the forest.
Bathing is best in the late afternoon and at night, when the air cools and steam rises from the pools. The town of Santa Rosa de Cabal, on the way, is known for chorizo santarrosano, a pork sausage served with arepa at the stalls and restaurants in the plaza.
Access is via a narrow mountain road, with local transport leaving from the Santa Rosa plaza.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Half a day; one night at the thermal hotel to make the most of the end of the day.
Best time
In the late afternoon and at night, when the air is cooler. On weekdays there are fewer people. Check opening hours and book before you go.
How to get there
From Pereira, bus or car to Santa Rosa de Cabal, about 30 minutes; from there, jeep, local bus or taxi to the hot springs, another 9 km on a mountain road. By car, follow the signs from town.
Tip
Eat a chorizo santarrosano with arepa in Santa Rosa's plaza before heading up. Bring swimwear, flip-flops and a jacket for when you leave the pools.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Termales de Santa Rosa de Cabal
Is the water at the hot springs really hot?
Yes, around 40 °C in the pools, naturally heated by volcanic activity in the mountain range.
Do you need to book for the hot springs?
For the thermal hotel and on weekends, yes. Check before you go.
Can you get from Pereira to the hot springs by public transport?
Yes: bus to Santa Rosa de Cabal and from there jeep or local transport to the hot springs.