Thermal baths in Cusco are a great enjoyment for several reasons: they are good for physical health, because they contain minerals and also the warm temperature is very healing for skin conditions. They’re also advised for emotional health, for the heated waters are soothing, relaxing, reviving.
Thermal baths form from the flow of hot water rising from subterranean sources in Cusco. This subterranean water is then cooled a little bit, until falling within a range going from 34°C to 44°C (93.2 F to 111.2 F), when it is allowed inside the pools. In this post we will take you to discover the best thermal baths in the Cusco region, which certainly can be another highlight of a dream vacation here!
Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Village):
These thermal waters in Cusco are very well-known. They are located at Aguas Calientes, also called Machu Picchu village, the small town which sits at the base of the hilltop citadel. They have many minerals which are good for both internal and external health, also providing a great deal of relaxation. These thermal waters are inside a complex which offers everything you may need: bathrooms, showers, locker rooms. A favorite of everyone is the bar, which also allows visitors to take their drinks inside the pools, for a perfect relaxing time enjoying the warm water and the amazing views of the majestic Urubamba Valley, on the border of the Amazon jungle. Also it’s a favorite destination for those who have completed one of the Inca Trails, for a time of complete relaxation and recovery. In case you want to give it a try, please bring a towel, sandals and a bathing suit.
Lares Thermal Baths
Located at the village named likewise, in the Cusco heights, it is a hot springs compound at around 3,270 meters above sea level (about 10,728 feet). It is a favorite place for those who will do the famous Lares Trek, which has a lot of camping. Indeed, this thermal baths compound’s area is used for campers. Its waters are full of good minerals, there are several pools at the complex. It is a great treat for your body and mind, whether you are going hiking or just want to spend a wonderful time in the Andean heights.
Thermal Baths of Santa Teresa (Cocalmayo):
These hot springs are located in the magnificent Urubamba Valley, in the Cusco region, surrounded by lush vegetation and amazing jungle landscapes, because this is really close to the border of the Amazonian jungle. Some Inca Trails like the Salkantay Trek include a visit to these warm springs, to take a moment of good rest and stress release. A great feature of these Cusco thermal baths is that you can use the pools even at night, because the region has tropical weather. Because of this too, don’t forget to bring a good bug repellent, along with the towel, bathing suit and sandals.
These are the top thermal baths you can find in the Cusco region. Whether you enjoy them while doing one of the Inca Trails or directly going there, this is a unique experience to make your perfect vacation in Peru even better!
