Aguas Calientes Colca Canyon
Colca, Peru
- Location
- Colca, Peru
- Water type
- bicarbonate
- Temperature
- 35 °C
- pH
- 7.2
Water profile
Thermicity
Neutral
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Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.
Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh
Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
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Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
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At the bottom of Peru's Colca Canyon, the Aguas Calientes pools draw on bicarbonate water at 35°C, near the village of Cabanaconde. The site sits along a hiking route renowned for condor watching and local Andean crafts.
Insider tip — Watch the condors at Cruz del Condor (8 a.m. — the best time), then descend to the bottom of the canyon for the hot springs. The combination of condors and hot springs in the world's deepest canyon is an unforgettable Peruvian experience.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water is neutral here, around 35 °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: Avril|Mai|Juin|Juillet|Août|Septembre|Octobre|Novembre.