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Hot springs · Paysandú, Paysandú
Guaviyú Thermal Baths
Thermal complex at km 432 of Ruta 3, about 60 km north of Paysandú, with outdoor and indoor pools of hot water from the Guaraní Aquifer, among yatay palm trees and the Guaviyú stream.
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About Guaviyú Thermal Baths
The Termas de Guaviyú are at km 432 of Ruta 3, about 60 km from Paysandú, on the banks of the Guaviyú stream, named after a native tree. The hot water was discovered by chance in the late 1950s when the state oil company ANCAP was drilling the area in search of oil.
The water comes from the Guaraní Aquifer, more than 1,000 meters deep, and reaches the pools at up to about 39 °C. The complex covers a large area, with outdoor and indoor pools at different temperatures, sports areas, and walking spaces.
The surroundings are rolling countryside with yatay palms. Along the stream is the Sendero Guaviyú trail, and boat rides and fishing are common in the region.
There are accommodations and a camping area inside and around the complex, and many visitors stay for several days. The hot springs are open year-round; in winter, from June to August, the warm pools are especially popular.
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 to a full day; many visitors stay for several days.
Best time
All year round. In winter the hot water is the main attraction; in summer the outdoor pools and the stream are most popular. Weekends and holidays are busier.
How to get there
By car, about 60 km north of Paysandú along Ruta 3, to km 432. There are buses along Ruta 3 between Paysandú and Salto; check schedules and stops before you go.
Tip
Admission is paid separately; check the fee schedule and access rules before you go. Bring swimwear, flip-flops, and a towel, and set aside time for the trail along the stream.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Guaviyú Thermal Baths
Where are the Termas de Guaviyú?
At km 432 of Route 3, in the department of Paysandú, about 60 km from the city of Paysandú and also from Salto.
Where does the water at the Termas de Guaviyú come from?
From the Guaraní Aquifer, more than 1,000 meters deep. It was found in the late 1950s during drilling in search of oil.
What is the temperature of the water at Guaviyú?
The water reaches the pools at up to about 39 °C, with pools of different temperatures.
Can you stay overnight at the Termas de Guaviyú?
Yes, there are accommodations inside and around the complex and a camping area. Book in advance for holidays.