Santa Rosa de Cabal Hot Springs Day Trip: Thermal Pools

Soak in volcanic hot springs after a short mountain walk to the waterfalls.

A full-day activity in Santa Rosa de Cabal centered on two natural hot spring sites fed by mountain waterfalls, each at different temperatures and mineral content. You walk to the first springs and hike to the second, then spend hours soaking in the thermal pools. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included from your choice of four towns. The springs entry ticket and all-risk insurance are covered. Bring your own towel and wear comfortable shoes for the walking sections.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Santa Rosa and hot springs

• Travel from Salento to Santa Rosa
• Walk near the mountains to hot springs
• Relax in thermal hot springs

The experience

How do you know which hot springs to visit when you arrive in the Coffee Region? Santa Rosa de Cabal sits near Pereira in the UNESCO-designated Coffee Cultural Landscape, and the town is built around two things: thermal springs fed by volcano water and local chorizo. This activity skips the town itself and takes you straight to the springs: two separate sites, each with its own character. The first is a short walk from the parking area. A small waterfall feeds into a series of pools at different temperatures, so you can move between them as you acclimate. The second requires a short hike uphill to reach another waterfall and its own set of thermal pools.

The mineral content of the water (iron, sulfur and other elements) is what draws people here. Thermal springs are known to help with circulation and to reduce toxins, though the real reason most travelers come is simply to sit in warm water surrounded by mountains. After the walks, you get several hours to soak, move between pools, and rest. There is no guide narrating the experience. This is time you spend on yourself. Bring water and sunscreen, wear shoes that can handle wet ground, and pack your own towel since the springs do not provide them.

Pickup happens from one of four towns: Armenia, Salento, Filandia or Pereira. You choose which one at checkout, and the driver collects you from your hotel and returns you there at the end of the day. The whole outing runs about six hours from pickup to drop-off. The route itself offers views of the landscape on the way to Santa Rosa de Cabal, so the drive is part of the experience rather than dead time.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from your choice of four towns.
• hot springs entry ticket.
• all-risk insurance.
• and a driver for the full day.

Options for this experience

4 options

Pick-up in ArmeniaGuide in English · 10:00 and 16:00Departing from Armenia, pickup is included

Pick-up in PereiraGuide in English · 10:00 and 16:00Departing from Pereira, pickup is included

Pick-up in SalentoGuide in English · 10:00 and 16:00Departing from Salento, pickup is included

Pick-up in FilandiaGuide in English · 10:00 and 16:00Departing from Filandia, pickup is included

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00 and 16:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (4 to 75 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by Gran Colombia Tours

Is this one for you?Choose your pickup town based on where you are staying. The driver collects you from your hotel, so the location that matters is your accommodation, not the town name itself. There is no guide providing commentary, which means the experience is self-paced and unrushed. You spend the afternoon soaking rather than listening or moving between stops on a schedule.

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Top questions

What are the two hot spring sites like, and how do I get to each one?

The first site is a short walk from where the vehicle stops. A waterfall feeds into multiple pools at varying temperatures so you can ease in gradually. The second site requires a short hike uphill to reach another waterfall and its own thermal pools. Both are natural formations, not built facilities, so the setting is mountain water and rock.

Do I need to be fit to do the walks to the springs?

The activity is suitable for all physical fitness levels. The first site involves a short walk, and the second involves a short hike, but neither is strenuous. Wear comfortable shoes with good grip since the ground will be wet.

Which pickup town should I choose?

You can select pickup from Armenia, Salento, Filandia or Pereira depending on where you are staying. The driver collects you from your hotel and returns you there, so choose the town closest to your accommodation.

What do I need to bring?

Bring your own towel, comfortable shoes that can handle wet terrain, water to stay hydrated, and sunscreen. The springs do not provide towels or changing facilities beyond the natural pools themselves.

Is lunch included in this activity?

Lunch is not part of this activity. The day focuses on the thermal springs experience, so plan to eat before departure or bring snacks.

Will the activity run if the weather is bad?

The activity operates in all weather conditions. Dress appropriately for rain or sun, and bring layers since you will be moving between warm water and cooler air.