Aguas Termales Aragua

Aragua, Venezuela, Venezuela

Location: Aragua, Venezuela, Venezuela
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

Aguas Termales Aragua are located near Maracay in Aragua State, Venezuela, at the foothills of the coastal cordillera close to Henri Pittier National Park, Venezuela's oldest protected natural area, established in 1937 and named after the Swiss botanist who catalogued the extraordinary biodiversity of this cloud forest corridor. The park shelters hundreds of bird species and endemic plants within its misty mountains, making the region a haven for ecotourism and birdwatching enthusiasts. The thermal springs here provide a warm mineral bathing experience within easy reach of Maracay, where visitors can combine natural wellness with exploration of Venezuela's most accessible coastal mountain wilderness.

Insider tip — Aguas Termales Aragua bubble up from volcanic faults in the coastal cordillera of north-central Venezuela, one of the most geothermally active mountain chains in South America. The warm sulfurous waters have been used by indigenous communities and later colonial settlers for bathing for centuries. The Aragua valley surrounding the springs is lush and tropical, with coffee and cacao plantations nearby. Visiting on weekdays allows a more leisurely and peaceful soak away from the day-trip crowds from Caracas.

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