All You Need To Know About The Cocalmayo Hot Springs Cusco Peru

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1.- INTRODUCTION TO HOT SPRING COCALMAYO

1.1.- History of the Hot Spring

It is not a surprise that thermal waters have healing properties and that man takes advantage of them as much as possible. In fact, this use of mineral-rich waters is something that has been done for centuries. Starting from the Greeks who discovered this type of water, followed by the Romans who were the ones who channeled this current to establish private hot springs that eventually became more popular and public use. The Cocalmayo Hot Springs Cusco Peru like others in the world have the similar characteristic of having been heated by subway geological formations that have a higher temperature or in some cases there is a magma stream nearby which causes its temperature to increase before going outside.

The Santa Teresa Hot Springs were created on October 11, 1957 and since then has become one of the favorite destinations for many travelers before and after the visit to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.

1.2.- Location and Accessibility

Above 1600 meters above sea level are located the Cocalmayo Hot Springs Cusco Peru, located in the Urubamba River Valley, in the sector of Santa Teresa, province of La Convención – Cusco. At kilometer 135 of the railway line between Cusco and Quillabamba. From the city of Santa Teresa it takes only 20 minutes to get there and its access has been improved in recent years.

2.- THE COCALMAYO HOT SPRINGS CUSCO PERU

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2.1.- Composition and Mineral Content

Due to the location of the Santa Teresa Hot Springs, these waters are full of minerals that contribute positively to the body providing regeneration and relaxation, the main minerals that can be found in the Cocalmayo Hot Springs Cusco Peru are:

• Sodium
• Magnesium
• Bicarbonate
• Calcium
• Sulfate and others

2.2.- Temperature Range and Variations

Relaxing in the Hot Spring Cocalmayo is one of the best experiences you can have during your 2024 trip. The temperature of the water is crucial for this, it can vary between 38° C to 44° C and what stands out at first sight is that in spite of containing minerals its transparency is crystal clear.

2.3.- Therapeutic Benefits and Properties

In general, the Cocalmayo Hot Springs Cusco Peru provide therapeutic benefits to all visitors who rest their bodies in them. It consists of muscle relaxation in addition to also benefit the nervous system, improves circulation, reduces stress and focuses all the minerals to help relieve specific body aches and pains either by blows, cuts or others. It contains healing properties for the skin, bones, muscles and joints.

3.- FACILITIES AND AMENITIES AT HOT SPRING COCALMAYO

3.1.- Pools and Bathing Areas

The Cocalmayo Hot Springs Cusco Peru has a total of 3 pools of different sizes which allows both adults and children to feel comfortable when entering. Each one has a different temperature and together with the natural environment provide a very comfortable place where it is possible to disconnect from the world.

3.2.- Changing Rooms and Lockers

At the time of entering the Cocalmayo Hot Springs Cusco Peru there are special rooms so you can change comfortably. You will have to wait an estimated time until it is free and then you can use it. Everything is regulated and orderly so it will not take long.

3.3.- Dining and Refreshment Options

There are options of small stores within the facilities of the Cocalmayo Hot Springs Cusco Peru where you can buy a snack or light drinks, prices are affordable for all travelers but preferably pay in cash, being a remote place card options are very limited.

dinning and refleshment options

4.- VISITING HOT SPRING COCALMAYO

4.1.- Best season to Visit

The best time to visit the Cocalmayo Hot Springs Cusco Peru is undoubtedly during the dry season (From April to October), when the weather is much more stable and the presence of rain is less. This is not only for the weather but also for the access, since during the rainy season the road that connects the city of Cusco with Santa Teresa becomes more difficult.

Cocalmayo Hot Springs

4.2.- Entrance Fees

In the following table you will find the updated prices for 2024 of the entrance fees to the Cocalmayo Hot Springs Cusco Peru:

4.3.- What to Bring and Wear

Remember that the Santa Teresa Hot Springs are located 20 minutes away from the city of Santa Teresa, so what you can find here is really limited. You should foresee to bring everything you are going to use, inside this you will find mainly:

• Bathing suit, sandals
• Second change of clothes to change
• Water
• Cash money
• Light clothing
• Comfortable shoes
• Mosquito repellent
• Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses.

packing list

5.- ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES NEAR THE SANTA TERESA HOT SPRINGS

The experience does not only end with visiting the Cocalmayo Hot Springs Cusco Peru, there are other unique activities that you can participate in, some of the most interesting are:

5.1.- Adventure sports

Within the sector of Santa Teresa there are options that will take your senses to another level, the adrenaline is an incredible alternative here, whether in the activity of shooting, climbing or canoeing. All of these are viable options with a reliable travel agency, remember that choosing the right travel agency will make your trip safer.

5.2.- Hiking

There is the option to hike from Santa Teresa first to the Hidroelectrica sector and then along the railway to the town of Aguas Calientes. It is an extensive journey of almost 10 km, it is generally safe during the dry season and does not have a cost.

5.3.- Complements

From the Cocalmayo Hot Springs Cusco Peru you can continue the trip in different directions, either to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu or to the sector of Quillabamba a unique place that has pools, waterfalls, green landscapes, for this reason it is known as the city of eternal summer.

6.- A SPACE JUST FOR YOU

“Unlike other similar places in Peru, the Cocalmayo Hot Springs Cusco Peru have the particularity that although their waters contain minerals, they are crystal clear and much more suitable for relaxation. After an extensive hike through the mountains, resting your body in the Cocalmayo Hot Springs will be your best reward.”

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7.- GETTING TO HOT SPRING COCALMAYO

There are several options that you can use to get to know these beautiful Cocalmayo Hot Springs Cusco Peru. What they all share is that they start in the city of Cusco.

• Shorter Option: The first alternative is the most direct, is to take a transport from Cusco to the Santa Teresa sector. This can be done in shared buses that go to Quillabamba or in a private transport, the travel time takes about 5 hours and upon arrival you can take a motorcycle cab from the main square to the door of the Cocalmayo Hot Springs Cusco Peru, it takes about 15 to 20 minutes to get there.
• Longer Option: The second option is to first get to the Ollantaytambo sector and take a train that first takes you to Aguas Calientes and then to Hidroeléctrica (remember that there are few schedules that allow you this trip), upon arrival you can use a transport to Santa Teresa and finally to the Cocalmayo Hot Springs Cusco Peru.
• Another alternative is challenging, this is designed for travelers who make the Salkantay adventure, the afternoon of the 3rd day after touring the mountains descends to the sector of Santa Teresa where the camp is established this day, you can take advantage of the afternoon to delight the Cocalmayo Hot Springs Cusco Peru

Now that you know everything, you need to enjoy the Cocalmayo Hot Springs Cusco Peru, you only have to define the date of your next adventure, either in a group trip or exclusively Auri Peru has the best options that will make your experience unforgettable, contact us now, we will be happy to start this trip together.

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