Termas de Puritama
San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta, Chili, Chile
- Location
- San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta, Chili, Chile
- Water type
- silica
- Temperature
- 33 °C
- pH
- 7.5
Water profile
Thermicity
Invigorating
LowHigh
Stimulating — wakes the body and boosts circulation.
Mineralisation
Balancing
LowHigh
Rich in trace elements — gentle on the skin.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
SodiumCalciumMagnésiumSilicelithium
Puritama Hot Springs is a series of eight large pools of geothermal spring water located at the bottom of a canyon in the Atacama Desert, in the Antofagasta Region in the north of Chile. It is located at an altitude of 3,475 meters above sea level, 30 km northeast of the town and commune of San Pedro de Atacama and 348 km northeast of Antofagasta, and is a popular tourist attraction.
Insider tip — Combine sunrise at the El Tatio geysers (4300 m, 4 a.m.) with an afternoon of relaxation at the Termas de Puritama.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water is on the cooler side here, around 33 °C — an invigorating water that boosts circulation.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features silica water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.