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Termales Machin

Ibague, Tolima, Colombia
Termales Machin
Location
Ibague, Tolima, Colombia
Water type
sulfurous
Temperature
42 °C
pH
6.5

Water profile

Thermicity
Sedative
42 °C
LowHigh

Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.

Mineralisation
Bio-active
LowHigh

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

Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh

Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.

SoufreSulfuresSulfates

Termales Machín is a bicarbonate-rich hot spring resort in the vicinity of Cerro Machín, an active composite volcano in Tolima Department, Colombia, whose geothermal activity beneath the surrounding landscape drives naturally heated mineral waters to the surface in one of the most volcanically significant regions of the Colombian Andes. Cerro Machín is considered one of Colombia's most potentially dangerous volcanoes, and the geothermal springs of the area are a visible expression of the volcanic energy that characterizes this corner of the Cordillera Central. Visitors experience bicarbonate mineral bathing in a setting defined by the dramatic volcanic geology of the Tolima Andes, where the alkaline spring waters provide a therapeutic immersion in the mineral richness generated by the active volcanic processes beneath the Colombian highlands.

Insider tip — Termales Machin takes its name from the Cerro Machin volcano that looms nearby in Tolima, one of Colombia's most hazardous yet scenically dramatic volcanic peaks. The hot sulfurous springs emerge from fault lines on the volcano's flank, and the mineral content is noticeably high with a strong geothermal odor at the source. The surrounding cloud forest hosts a rich array of birds, making this spot equally attractive to birdwatchers and spa seekers. Keep an eye on INGEOMINAS volcanic bulletins before visiting as Machin periodically shows elevated seismic activity.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 42 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
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.