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termas Aguas Caliente

San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta Region, Chile
termas Aguas Caliente
Location
San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta Region, Chile
Water type
sulfurous
Temperature
38 °C
pH
6.5

Water profile

Thermicity
Neutral
38 °C
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Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.

Mineralisation
Bio-active
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Rich in active gases or metals — a strong mineral character.

Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
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Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.

SoufreSulfuresSulfates

Termas Aguas Calientes — 'Hot Water Thermal Springs' — is a naturally sulphurous thermal spring resort in Chile whose direct, descriptive name is among the most common designations for hot spring sites across the Spanish-speaking Americas, used wherever naturally heated mineral water emerges with sufficient warmth and mineral character to attract bathers. Chile's volcanic Andean spine produces numerous sites named Aguas Calientes, each offering a slightly different expression of the country's extraordinary geothermal heritage. This site provides warm, sulphurous spring water in an authentic Chilean Andean bathing setting.

Insider tip — Termas Aguas Caliente sits at high elevation in the Atacama volcanic plateau, where Andean geothermal activity drives sulfurous springs to the surface amid barren altiplano scenery. At over 3,000 meters, the thin air sharpens every sensation—the warm water feels intensely restorative against the cold desert wind. Night soaks under the Atacama's unpolluted sky are especially memorable.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is the water?
The water is neutral here, around 38 °C — a perfect balance, neither too hot nor too cold.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features sulfurous water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.