Soak in volcanic-fed pools and taste local chorizo on a full-day trip from Pereira to Santa Rosa de Cabal. This easy day tour combines short walks, thermal baths beside waterfalls, and a slice of coffee-region culture.
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Steam rises off rock-lined pools like a gentle breath from the mountain as the minivan eases into Santa Rosa de Cabal. The town sits at the edge of cloud forest and coffee hills; smells of frying chorizo and wood smoke mingle with sulphurous steam from the springs. Visitors slip into a sequence of hot tubs carved beside small waterfalls, letting mineral-rich water press along tired shoulders while birds call from the canopy above.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 hours (full day)
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers of most fitness levels; requires only short, gentle walks and standing on uneven ground.
Wildlife
History
Santa Rosa de Cabal sits inside Colombia’s Coffee Cultural Landscape; locals have long combined coffee agriculture with thermal-bathing traditions tied to the region’s volcanic geology.
Conservation
The springs are sensitive to chemical contamination and erosion—avoid soaps, dispose of trash properly, and stay on designated paths to limit impact.
Reserve your spot on the Santa Rosa de Cabal and Hot Springs Day Trip today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring your own towel
Towels are often not provided—pack a quick-dry towel to dry off and stay comfortable after soaking.
Hydrate before and after soaking
Thermal water raises body temperature—drink water regularly and avoid alcohol before entering pools.
Watch your step
Paths and rocks near waterfalls are wet and slippery—wear shoes with good traction for the short approaches.
Skip soap and sunscreen in pools
Chemicals can harm spring ecosystems—rinse off at designated areas if available before entering pools.
Swimsuit
Required for soaking in the thermal pools.
Quick-dry towel
Compact and fast to dry after multiple soaks.
Sturdy slip-resistant shoes
Useful for wet paths and short hikes to the second waterfall.
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated is important while using hot springs and walking between pools.