Termas de Colina Natural Hot Springs

These natural hot springs bubble up from volcanic bedrock at over 10,000 feet, creating a series of rock-lined pools with temperatures ranging from warm to scalding. The setting is pure Andean moonscape — barren peaks, thin air, and silence broken only by wind. Several pools accommodate different group sizes, with the hottest reaching nearly 40°C.

Access via rough dirt road from Los Andes requires high-clearance vehicle and careful navigation — GPS coordinates essential as there’s minimal signage. Best visited April through October when snow doesn’t block the approach. Bring all supplies including water. The climb gains significant elevation quickly, so take altitude seriously.

High-altitude volcanic hot springs near Santiago