The 6 Best Hot Springs in Peru

1.Salinas Lagoon Full-Day Trip with Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 62 reviews · from $49Our pick

Spend 12 hours traveling from Arequipa to Chiguata, Alto Simbral, Salinas Lagoon, and Lojen Hot Springs. You’ll see flamingos, llamas, alpacas, vicuñas, salt mirrors, mini volcanoes, and three major volcanoes. English and Spanish guides lead the trip, with optional local breakfast and lunch.

“The guide is good. And the view of the Salinas Lagoon is amazing. However, it is suggested to have more time for the lake.”

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2.Trekking, Waterfalls and Thermal Baths

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 47 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $62

Leave central Arequipa at 8 a.m. for a four-hour trek through Capua Canyon, crossing puddles and streams to Capua Waterfall. Then soak in volcanic hot springs and visit Iglesia de Yura Viejo. Groups are capped at eight, with hotel pickup, water, snacks, and a guide. Bring sturdy shoes, sunscreen, bug spray, and cash for the baths.

“We really enjoyed this hike and our guide, Pablo, was wonderful and very helpful. We were the only ones on the trail which made this feel like we were being shown and unknown locals-only type trail. We walked in our hiking shoes through the river which was unique and pretty fun (be sure to pack some sandals for after!). Pablo did the hike in Tivas/Chacos with a strap, so you've got some options when it comes to footwear. Also, be such to bring sunscreen and bug spray! The waterfall was beautiful and so was the canyon overall. Pablo was really helpful in took lots of photos of us throughout the…”

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3.Colca Valley & Thermal Baths Small-Group Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 43 reviews · 1 day · from $27Best value

Leave Arequipa before dawn for Colca Valley viewpoints, the 4,910-meter Patapampa volcano lookout, Cruz del Cóndor, Maca, and Chacapi hot springs. You get a bilingual guide, breakfast, transport, and a group capped at 17 people. Guides such as Sandra and Marisol have earned praise for clear, warm explanations.

“Activity was great! So many amazing sights and our guided was well informed and kept the day entertaining. Climate in October was perfect, although you do have to be aware that the morning is very cold and throughout the day, it gets really hot. However, the description did advise to bring appropriate clothing for the different climates. Only downside was the transportation van was not well heated/air conditioned, making the long hours on it uncomfortable. Overall great tour and would definitely recommend!”

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4.Colca Canyon & La Calera Thermal Waters

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 15 reviews · from $66

You’ll travel from Arequipa to Colca Canyon with a bilingual English and Spanish guide, stopping at volcanic viewpoints, condor lookouts, Maca, Yanque, and Chivay. The day includes breakfast, lunch, a 30-minute hot-spring visit, and hotel pickup near Plaza de Armas. Bring cash for entry fees and the thermal baths.

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5.7 lakes with hot springs in Ausangate and meals

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 10 reviews · 15 hours · from $38

Travel south from Cusco to Pacchanta, eat breakfast and lunch with a local family, hike among seven striking lakes beneath Ausangate, and soak in hot springs. The day lasts about 15 hours, reaches more than 4,000 meters, and includes transport, meals, a guide, trekking pole, and emergency oxygen.

“The place is amazing. So full of magic and beauty that it’s totally worth it. Food is not great but enough. Nice steady long but easy hike, however, altitude makes it a bit tough if your not in very good shape. The possibility of riding a horse is good to know. Thermals are also nice but coming out into the cold air afterwards is rough. Over all, highly recommend!!!”

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6.1-Day Colca Canyon + Thermal Baths Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 6 reviews · 1 day · from $32

Travel from Arequipa to Chivay, Cruz del Condor, hot springs, Patapampa, and Salinas y Aguada Blanca with a bilingual guide. You will see Andean condors, volcanoes, camelids, and valley scenery. Guides such as Raul, Lorena, Maria, and Edouard have led recent departures, though staff can vary.

“Tout était parfait. Juste la nourriture, le petit déjeuné très léger pas bon et le déjeuné à 45 soles qui vaut vraiment pas le coup. Sinon le guide et le chauffeur étaient tops”

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