Termas de Laguna Verde
Laguna Verde, Atacama Region, Chile
- Location
- Laguna Verde, Atacama Region, Chile
- Water type
- sulfurous
- Temperature
- 38 °C
- pH
- 6.5
Water profile
Thermicity
Neutral
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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.
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Nevado Ojos del Salado is a dormant complex volcano in the Andes on the Argentina–Chile border. It is the highest volcano on Earth and the highest peak in Chile. The upper reaches of Ojos del Salado consist of several overlapping lava domes, lava flows and volcanic craters, with sparse ice cover. The complex extends over an area of 70–160 square kilometres (27–62 mi2) and its highest summit reaches an altitude of 6,893 metres (22,615 ft) above sea level. Numerous other volcanoes rise around Ojos del Salado.
Insider tip — Termas de Laguna Verde sits at approximately 4,300 meters on the Bolivian border of the Atacama Region, adjacent to a striking green lagoon colored by mineral-rich runoff. The sulfurous springs here are fed by the same volcanic system as the nearby Ojos del Salado, the world's highest active volcano. Flamingos feed at the lagoon's edge while bathers soak in the open-air pools at altitude.
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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.