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Santa Rosa de Cabal and Hot Springs Tour

6 - 7 hours

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Sometimes, there is no better plan than stopping for a moment, relaxing and letting nature bring you the best of it. In this full-day tour, we will take you to the traditional town of Santa Rosa de Cabal, famous in our country for two things: hot springs and foodstuff, like chorizo. Visit this town and then spend some hours receiving the healing properties of the volcano waters of the hot springs. Take this chance to revive your spirits, and discover why it’s on of the must-do plans on the Coffee Region.

What to expect on this hot springs tour in Santa Rosa de Cabal?

Colombia is full of natural treasures, remarkable landscapes and refreshing waterfalls. Enjoying its diversity of ecosystems is something you must do. So, spend one of your trip days in the Coffee Region by visiting these great hot springs.

Santa Rosa de Cabal is a small town near Pereira city. Due to its closeness to the Cocora Valley, it belongs to the areas the UNESCO declared as Coffee Cultural Landscape of Colombia’s Heritage. Try not to miss this healing and reviving experience. We are sure you will enjoy it.

2 hrs Pick-up and drive to Santa Rosa

For a start, we will pick you up in your hotel and take you to the town while we offer you insights about the area. Once in Santa Rosa, you will have a glimpse of how humble farmers and locals live.

30 min Walk to the hot springs

Later you will be headed to the two hot springs. After a short walk near the mountains, you will get to the first one where a small waterfall will be running water into dozens of hot tubes, all of them at different temperatures. The second one will need a short hike to the foot of a different hot waterfall.

2 hrs Relax and enjoy these healing waters

It is well known that thermal springs minerals help cleansing your body of toxins and improve oxygenation and blood flow. And, of course, the sole purpose of coming to the hot springs is actually be on them, so, after all the talking we will give you time enough for you to take a break and only focus on yourself.

1 hrs Head back to your hotel after a relaxing day

After this unique experience into the mountains and the hot springs, you will be taken back to your hotel. Relaxing in its healing waters and tasting its traditional chorizo is something you will never forget.

• Visiting the traditional small town of Santa Rosa de Cabal
• A therapeutic experience in the hot and rich in minerals medicinal waters of the thermal springs
• A walk along the village learning about farming culture
• A chance to interact with locals

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• Gran Colombia Tours private driver
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off in private transportation
• Entry to Santa Rosa de Cabal Hotsprings
• All risk insurance
• Gran Colombia Tours guide
• Breakfast and lunch
• Extra purchases

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The Complete Guide to the Termales Santa Rosa de Cabal

Searching for ecotourism alternatives in Medellin isn’t hard. There are tons of great hikes in the area, not to mention places to try stuff like white water rafting and paragliding. 

Still, if your goal is to extend your understanding of Medellin past, well, Medellin, there are some other great places to check out. 

The Termales Santa Rosa de Cabal are one of those places, being one of the top places to visit in Colombia. Keep reading for everything you need to know about the Termales Santa Rosa de Cabal!

What to Know About Santa Rosa de Cabal 

Santa Rosa de Cabal is a town located 15 kilometers (about 7 miles) from Pereira , the capital of the Colombian coffee region, and is one of the main tourist places in this area of the country. 

In fact, this part of the country is a World Heritage Site for its Colombian coffee cultural landscape.

The reason so many people head out there is because Santa Rosa de Cabal is right on the cusp of Los Nevados National Natural Park. There, you can also enjoy the famous Santarrosano Chorizo or go on a coffee tour. 

However, the real draw are the hot springs, known as the Termales Santa Rosa de Cabal, with natural hot pools where you can kiss aches and pains goodbye.

How to Get to the Termales Santa Rosa de Cabal 

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To get to the hot springs, you’ll first need to get to Santa Rosa. You can get there by taking a bus from Medellín to Pereira and then transferring to a bus that goes out to Santa Rosa. 

Depending on each city is the travel time, but here are a few times and distances to Santa Rosa de Cabal :

• From Pereira: 15 km (about 8 miles) and 30 minutes of travel
• From Armenia: 60 km (about 40 miles) and 1 hour and 30 minutes of travel
• From Manizales: 40 km (about 25 miles) and 57 minutes of travel

Once you make it to Santa Rosa, you can take a bus in front of the mayor’s office for approximately $2,500 COP to get to the hot springs. Or, just take a taxi from the main square for a slightly higher price.

Remember that most buses go directly to the town, and From Santa Rosa to the hot springs, the route is 11 kilometers (about 6 miles) long and takes 35 minutes.

If you want to skip the public transport, you can always go in a rental car. But, this option tends to be a bit more costly (even if it is more comfortable).

What to Expect From the Termales Santa Rosa de Cabal

Once you get to Santa Rosa de Cabal, there’s a lot to see and do. That’s true even if you’re not just there for the hot springs!

Here’s what to expect while you’re there. 

The Hot Springs

The hot springs of the Termales Santa Rosa have four thermal water pools that reach as much as 100°F, as well as a 285 foot high waterfall called Santa Helena. The waterfall is surrounded by mountains and high rocky walls that give it a striking appearance.

Even though it’s definitely a tourist hotspot, the atmosphere of the place is very natural. There’s  vegetation and streams everywhere that are really charming.

Also, in these hot springs there are bars where you can buy drinks and snacks. Sip on a cocktail or even just order a pitcher of cold juice. It’s the perfect way to cool down after soaking in the water for a while.

To enter this wet area, the site offers wristbands that let you tay for up to four hours. But, it’s important to make reservations well in advance or to get there early. 

The springs fill up fast!

At the Termales Santa Rosa de Cabal there’s a hotel with three different buildings for you to pick from:

• Hotel Termales de la Cascada
• Hotel Termales del Río
• Hotel Termales de la Montaña 

These hotels offer reservations for groups or for couples. They even offer a day trip from the hotel where you have the right to enjoy private hot springs and a 180-meter-high waterfall called the San Miguel Waterfall.

Some of the hotel buildings have a swimming pool, others have their own restaurant, and they all have a beautiful view of the mountains that surround the place.

Plus, most of the rooms include breakfast so you don’t have to worry about finding somewhere to eat.

The San Miguel Termal Spa

In the Termales Santa Rosa spa , you can get various beauty and self-care rituals such as facials and body treatments. 

All the treatments use thermal mud, which is said to have tons of skin benefits. Plus, the treatments use volcanic stones and mineral water to help give your body vital nutrients.

The treatments are actually pretty affordable, too, so if you feel like pampering yourself, this is a good place to do it.

Guided Hikes

The hotel also organizes a guided hike up to the mountains behind the hot springs. The hike only lasts about an hour or two. 

On the hike, you’ll be given gum boots so that you don’t get your feet and legs wet on the way up. 

Once you’re up in the mountains, you’ll get to see the source of the hot springs, a natural sauna, and a large cold waterfall. 

You’ll also get a chance to go for a swim in the lukewarm waters of the thermal river!

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The Termales Santa Rosa de Cabal are undoubtedly a first-class tourist attraction. There’s tons of stuff to do there, so it’s no wonder.

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Santa Rosa de Cabal

Last updated on August 7, 2024 .

Santa Rosa de Cabal is famous all over Colombia for two things – chorizo and hot springs . Both are worth the trip! Santa Rosa is also part of the UNESCO World Heritage listed Coffee Cultural Landscape of Colombia .

Getting to Santa Rosa de Cabal

Santa Rosa de Cabal makes for a great day trip from the nearby city of Pereira . There are several buses from the Pereira bus terminal  to the center of Santa Rosa. Buses leave from the second floor. Hop on any bus marked “Santa Rosa”. It’s just 20 minutes away on a beautiful yet dizzying ride through the mountains.

When you arrive in Santa Rosa, the bus will make a right turn and go a couple blocks before stopping. Many people will get off the bus there. Follow them – this is only a few blocks from the main plaza. You can pay the driver when you get off.

To catch the bus back to Pereira , walk a couple blocks down the hill from the plaza and wait for one to pass. Buses on the way to Manizales  also stop there.

Where to Stay in Santa Rosa de Cabal

If you’re not splurging to stay at the hot springs , there are plenty of places to stay in Santa Rosa de Cabal. I’ve stayed at one budget hotel.

Hotel Colonial Real (Permanently Closed)

Budget travelers and backpackers will be very happy to stay at Hotel Colonial Real. This small hotel, set in a historic colonial building, is just two blocks from the main plaza and has rooms for bargain basement prices.

It had great WiFi and lukewarm water and the bed was a bit stiff, but what do you expect for such a low price? The owner was a very friendly man who also gave us a 10% discount on a day pass to Termales Santa Rosa (which most hotels will offer). One very big negative – there were a few cockroaches scurrying around at night.

Where to Eat in Santa Rosa de Cabal

Most people come for the town’s famous chorizo, and there’s no shortage of restaurants selling it. You can find other types of food as well.

On the plaza are some great places to try the town’s famous chorizo. I ate at ChoriSant with some friends. It’s a restaurant that likes to get creative with their chorizo dishes. They create a lot of fusion dishes incorporating international flavors, such as French, Japanese, Mexican, and more.

I tried the chori-exótico (chorizo with a tropical fruit sauce) washed down with a drink called mistela de maracuyá (a passion fruit iced tea). Abe had the self-explanatory choriburrito, while Natalia tried to choriyaki (chorizo in teriyaki sauce). All of us enjoyed our meals.

There are several more places to try chorizo on the road leading to the hot springs. In my opinion, the best of these is Choripaco . Meals are served on a beautiful outdoor terrace and there’s a craft market across the street.

There’s a lot of variety on the menu. You can get a simple chorizo dish to sample both the boiled and grilled chorizo, or try a bandeja paisa. They also have delicious chorizo burgers.

Restaurante Típico

For an amazing breakfast, just a couple blocks from the plaza is Restaurante Típico. They have one of the most delicious calentaos I’ve had in Colombia .

Plaza in Santa Rosa de Cabal

On the main plaza of Santa Rosa, there’s a beautiful white church. The plaza itself is very wide with small paths and plenty of seats.

Santa Rosa also has some good nightlife. It’s possible to find lots of bars and clubs in the town’s entertainment zone (Zona Rosa).

Map of Santa Rosa de Cabal

Hot Springs near Santa Rosa de Cabal

The real draw to Santa Rosa are the hot springs (termales). There are two different hot springs to visit. Termales Santa Rosa de Cabal is about 20 minutes out of the town center, while Termales San Vicente is about an hour away.

Termales Santa Rosa de Cabal

The closest hot springs to Santa Rosa is Termales Santa Rosa de Cabal . There are two options – the balneario and the hotel, which are both located near each other.

Transportation to Termales Santa Rosa de Cabal

Most people use their own cars to get to Termales Santa Rosa, but it’s possible to get there by an infrequent and slow public bus service, taxi, or by hiring a jeep. You can find the latter two in the main plaza of Santa Rosa and negotiate a price.

The road to the hot springs has lots of antique shops and countless chorizo restaurants along the way, many which were jam packed as we drove by. The last stretch before reaching the facilities is down an unpaved road.

Leaving Termales Santa Rosa can be difficult at night or when it’s crowded. It’s best to arrange a pick-up with a taxi or jeep before leaving. Waiting too long for the public bus is also a risk because they can fill up quickly and they don’t run after a certain time.

Balneario de Santa Rosa

The first hot springs you come to is called Balneario de Santa Rosa. It’s typically open until midnight but is much more crowded than the nearby hotel. Adult admission starts at COP$65,000 (as of June 2024) and increases depending on the time of day or season.

After purchasing tickets, there’s a long path to the actual hot springs. They pass by a series of cascades before reaching the buildings, which include a restaurant and changing rooms. In the changing room, there are coin-operated lockers available, or you can bring your own lock.

The setting is gorgeous with Cascada Santa Helena, a tall waterfall in the background. It’s possible to walk over to the waterfall and cool off in the plunge pool.

As far as the pools, ever since our first visit we’ve felt they weren’t as hot or as clean as we had imagined. Interestingly, the kiddie pool had the hottest water (makes you wonder why).

Termales Hotel

The second option is Termales Hotel. It was recommended by a local to go to the hotel because it’s nicer and cleaner than the Balneario. The only catch is you have to stay overnight (day passes were available in the past). Visit the official website for information on the hotels. (Note: I finally stayed the night in December 2022. I’ll add more photos and info when I have a chance.)

Termales Hotel includes three hotels set on a small river nestled between two mountains. There’s a restaurant, cafeteria, locker room facilities, and a very attentive staff if you choose to order food or drinks next to the pool.

The thermal pool is divided into three sections. Each section has a slightly different temperature. The hottest part of the pool can get very hot and it’s best not to stay in it too long. There’s also a cold shower at one end of the pool that’s very refreshing.

If you climb up the path near the locker rooms, you will see a beautiful waterfall, Cascada San Miguel, flowing down the mountain. It’s possible to swim in the plunge pool and the water is comfortable.

Termales San Vicente

About an hour from Santa Rosa de Cabal is Termales San Vicente . These secluded hot springs are in a beautiful natural setting with six different thermal pools.

The river that runs through the property is the only natural thermal river in the Coffee Region . The water contains a large number of minerals including potassium, magnesium, chlorine, sulfur, iron, silicon, selenium, nitrogen, calcium, fluoride, and sodium. The average temperature is 67 ºC with a pH of 7.6.

Other activities at Termales San Vicente include hiking, rappelling, and birdwatching. There’s also a spa offering wonderful relaxing massages, mud baths, aromatherapy, and more. These can all be booked at the front desk of the hotel at reasonable prices. It’s a much different experience than Termales Santa Rosa.

Getting to Termales San Vicente

Most people travel to Termales San Vicente in private vehicles. The road to the termales is mostly unpaved and rough in spots. If you’re in Pereira or Santa Rosa, you can purchase a day trip package including transportation to the termales. It costs COP$160,000 for adults (as of June 2024). Day trips leave Pereira at 8:30am while night trips leave at 5:30pm. Reservations are required at least a day in advance.

Day Trips to Termales San Vicente

Various day passes start at COP$40,000 for adults during low season and COP$75,000 other times (as of June 2024). They include admission to the public pools and a bottle of mineral water.

On my first visit, we spent a half day at the termales with Marisol’s family. After arriving, we went to the locker room to get changed. There are no locks but it’s possible to rent them from a small kiosk outside reception.

We crossed a small bridge over the river to access some of the pools available to guests. Some pools are hotter than others, and there’s also a kiddie pool with water jets.

A path downhill from the hotel leads to two natural thermal pools. One of them is the Bubble Pool (Piscina de Burbujas), which features several natural geysers under the water. Another natural pool is located a bit further down the path.

Overnight at Termales San Vicente

Termales San Vicente also has a good overnight package for guests who want to enjoy the peaceful natural setting for more than just a few hours. Packages are per person and prices vary based on accommodation preferences. There are rustic cabins as well as traditional hotel rooms. You can opt for a meal package including breakfast, lunch, and dinner, or you can order off the menu for more choices.

Overnight guests have access to two more private pools, accessible via a short trail. There’s also the added advantage of the pools being less crowded for a couple hours late at night or in the morning when the day trippers are gone.

Cabins at Termales San Vicente

The best cabins available are the Cabañas San Vicente and can sleep up to six people. The cabins even come with a private thermal pool.

Hotel Rooms at Termales San Vicente

The best traditional hotel rooms are the Habitaciones San Vicente. There are only a few of these rooms, and they’re spacious, cozy, and have large comfortable beds.

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