Termales El Rancho
Santa Rosa de Cabal, Risaralda, Colombia
Illustration photo — not a verified picture of this exact spot.
- Location
- Santa Rosa de Cabal, Risaralda, Colombia
- Water type
- sulfurous, bicarbonate
- Temperature
- 42 °C
- pH
- 6.5
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
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.
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Termales El Rancho, near Santa Rosa de Cabal in Risaralda department, Colombia, taps sulfurous bicarbonate water at 42°C at the foot of the cordillera. Guests can enjoy an indoor bath, a rotenburo-style outdoor bath, sauna and massage.
Insider tip — Termales El Rancho lies in the coffee-growing Risaralda department at roughly 1800 m elevation in the Central Cordillera, where the Ruiz-Tolima volcanic massif heats the groundwater to steaming temperatures. The surrounding cloudforest drips with orchids and bromeliads, giving the outdoor pools a lush jungle backdrop. Santa Rosa de Cabal is the thermal capital of Colombia; arrive before 10 am to secure a private pool cabin on weekends.
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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 & bicarbonate water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Saison sèche.