Spa & Hot Spring Days in South America: 6 Weighed Up on Cost and Hours

1.Coffee Tour and Wellness Spa

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 209 reviews · 2 hours · from $88Our pick

Meet your guide at the Arvi Metro Cable Station for a small-group visit to Don Leandro Special Coffee Farm. Learn how coffee is grown and processed, taste a Colombian brew, plant a coffee tree, then enjoy a coffee-oil massage, scrub, steam room, and cold plunge among the hills.

“What an amazing experience. The tour guide was so helpful, in making sure I knew how I got to the meeting point. Such an authentic experience, in having my own coffee tree, learning the process, the sauna, the. Old plunge it was so peaceful being in the mountains a great way to finish my trip.”

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2.Premium Spa Day at Cacheuta Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 160 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $163

Travel from central Mendoza to Termas de Cacheuta for about 10 hours of thermal pools, whirlpools, mud therapy, sauna, foot baths, and a Creole buffet lunch. The setting by the Mendoza River is superb, but this is mainly a spa transfer rather than a guided tour, and shared transportation can be slow.

“Excellent picturesque location, food was exceptional. Range of pools and baths, but must say the cold water one was a bit too much for me. The mud bath was a great experience, even though it felt a bit weird. Felt it was a bit too long a excursion, as a lot of the time was spent relaxing.”

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3.Cajón del Maipo Hot Springs & Chilean Barbecue

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 157 reviews · 12 hours · from $250

Spend about 12 hours traveling from Santiago into the Andes, soaking in seven volcanic hot-spring pools at Termas Valle de Colina, then eating an all-you-can-eat Chilean barbecue with wine, beer, and juices beneath the stars. Guides such as Francisco, Rosario, and Axel are praised for warm, attentive hosting.

“This trip was an absolute highlight of our short stay in Santiago de Chile. It was very fortunate to start the tour in the afternoon. The car was in excellent condition, even the bumpy roads were comfortable with it. Our guide Axel was very knowledgeable, polite, helpful in every sense. The natural spa was very relaxing, the circumstances were absolutely acceptable, even I am maniac of cleanliness. This is a natural spa, not a city bath! And still, bathrobes were provided. All located in a beautiful environment, and we had gorgeous sunset. The evening with local delicacies, and especially with the super nice group was simply perfect. I can highly…”

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4.Horseback Riding Coffee Farm Tour with Coffee Spa

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 151 reviews · 5 hours · from $150

Meet your guide at Arvi Metro Cable Station for a five-hour small-group outing to Don Leandro Coffee Farm. Ride horseback along an old muleteer path, learn how coffee is grown and processed, taste several brewing methods, and relax with a coffee steam room and full-body massage. Guides may include Angelo, Julio, Will, or Maria.

“I really enjoyed the horseback riding, the massage was nice, the girls were very sweet. They could have massaged deeper and used warmer massage oils, I got pretty cold during the massage. The coffee tour was interesting and planting our own personal coffee tree was fun! Overall really good experience!”

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5.From Arequipa: Salinas Lagoon Full-Day Trip with Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 62 reviews · from $49Best value

Leave Arequipa early for a 12-hour trip to Salinas Lagoon and the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reservation. Stop at volcano viewpoints, Chiguata, Alto Simbral, the salt lagoon, and Lojen Hot Springs. English and Spanish guides lead the day, with meals, hot-spring entry, and the reservation fee paid separately.

“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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6.Premium Spa Day at the Cacheuta Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 60 reviews · 10 hours · from $156

Travel from central Mendoza to Cacheuta Hot Springs for eight hours of thermal pools, waterfalls, whirlpools, foot baths, a grotto sauna, and a traditional buffet lunch. Your Spanish-speaking driver handles the ride, while massages are available for an extra fee. Bring swimwear and ID.

“Lovely day at Cacheuta. Beautiful property. Jesus is an excellent driver. I would have shortened the time there if I could because 8 hours is a bit too long for me but everything else was great.”

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