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Termas golondrinas

Carchi, Northern Andes, Ecuador
Termas golondrinas
Location
Carchi, Northern Andes, Ecuador
Water type
sulfurous
Temperature
38 °C
pH
6.5

Water profile

Thermicity
Neutral
38 °C
LowHigh

Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.

Mineralisation
Bio-active
LowHigh

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

Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh

Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.

SoufreSulfuresSulfates

Termas Golondrinas, or Swallow Hot Springs, is a sulfurous geothermal resort in Colombia whose name references the swallows that populate the mountain valleys of the Colombian Andes, their seasonal migrations a traditional symbol of renewal and the return of warmth and life. The resort channels naturally heated sulfurous mineral waters into bathing pools set in a mountain landscape animated by the birds and natural rhythms that inspired the name, offering visitors a thermal experience embedded in the living ecology of the Andean highlands. The sulfurous spring waters carry the volcanic mineral richness of the Colombian cordillera, within a long thermal tradition that makes hot spring bathing a cornerstone of Colombian wellness culture.

Insider tip — Termas Golondrinas lies in the Golondrinas ecological corridor of Carchi province near the Colombian-Ecuadorian border, where Andean volcanic heat drives sulfurous springs to the surface. The surrounding cloud forest is a corridor for rare birds and orchids, making the approach as rewarding as the soak itself. Pool infrastructure is basic but the natural setting more than compensates. The cooler ambient temperature at this elevation means the 38-degree water feels especially inviting.
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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: Saison sèche.