Cunuyacu Hot Springs
Cunuyacu, Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador
Illustration photo — not a verified picture of this exact spot.
- Location
- Cunuyacu, Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador
- Water type
- sulfurous
- Temperature
- 42 °C
- pH
- 6.5
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
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Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Bio-active
LowHigh
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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Located at the foot of Cotopaxi volcano in the Ecuadorian Andes, Cunuyacu Hot Springs offers a unique thermal experience. The springs' sulfurous water is rich in minerals and has been valued for centuries by local communities within a long thermal tradition. Visitors can soak in the natural hot water, surrounded by stunning mountain scenery.
Insider tip — Cunuyacu Hot Springs lie at 3,400 m altitude on the flanks of the Andes near Cotopaxi volcano, where volcanic vents feed pools with sulfurous water. The high-altitude air is crisp and cold, making the steaming pools feel especially restorative. Trek the surrounding paramo grassland before soaking — wild horses and Andean condors are frequent companions on the trail.
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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.