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Aguas Termales de Bahoruco

Bahoruco, Bahoruco Province, Dominican Republic
Aguas Termales de Bahoruco
Location
Bahoruco, Bahoruco Province, Dominican Republic
Water type
bicarbonate
Temperature
38 °C
pH
8

Water profile

Thermicity
Neutral
38 °C
LowHigh

Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.

Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh

Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).

Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh

Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.

BicarbonatesSodiumCalcium

Aguas Termales de Bahoruco in the Sierra de Bahoruco region of the Dominican Republic are bicarbonate springs set in one of Hispaniola's most ecologically significant mountain ranges — a limestone massif that forms one of the Caribbean's most important endemic biodiversity hotspots, with hundreds of plant and bird species found nowhere else on Earth. The springs emerge in a landscape of extraordinary biological richness on the border with Haiti, within or near the Sierra de Bahoruco National Park, one of the few remaining cloud forest refuges in the Caribbean. The thermal springs provide a natural wellness resource within this remote and ecologically critical mountain environment, accessible to intrepid travellers exploring the Dominican Republic's southern highlands.

Insider tip — Aguas Termales de Bahoruco lies in the remote southwest of the Dominican Republic, near the shores of Lake Enriquillo. The bicarbonate waters have a mild, slightly sparkling quality that distinguishes them from the more sulfurous springs elsewhere on Hispaniola. The Bahoruco Sierra behind the springs is a UNESCO-recognized biodiversity hotspot, home to endemic Hispaniolan species. Access requires a sturdy vehicle on unpaved roads, but the solitude is extraordinary reward.
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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 bicarbonate water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Saison sèche.