Santa Rosa de Cabal Thermal Hot Springs

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There are several thermal baths in the coffee region, but the natural setting of the Termales Santa Rosa de Cabal is hard to match. From the baths, you look out on the waterfall, which is surrounded by tropical plants and flowers. When you see this place for the first time, it’s guaranteed to take your breath away!

The Termales are located in a nature reserve, at an altitude of over 1,900 meters, in the province of Risaralda. 10 Kilometers away is the town of Santa Rosa de Cabal. The Termales are not on the well-known tourist route to Salento and are therefore often skipped when visiting the coffee triangle. However, if you want to relax a few days in a beautiful, green surroundings, this part of the coffee triangle is definitely worth a detour. Here you can read more about the thermal baths, such as prices and packages, opening hours, the best time to visit the thermal baths, what to bring and the best hotels to stay near Termales Santa Rosa de Cabal.

The baths

There are 3 pools and 1 children’s pool with natural, warm water. From all the pools you have a beautiful view of the 95-meter high waterfall, under which you can take a cold shower.

The spa

There are various spa treatments at the San Miguel Termal Spa, from a mud mask to scrubs and full body treatments.

Hiking trails

If you arrive early like we did, you will have the trails almost to yourself and can photograph the waterfall in peace. You can also do an organized hike, the Expedición Termal. During this hike of about 2 hours, you will hike with a guide to the point where the waterfall starts. 

Plan your trip

Opening hours

365 days a year from 9:00 am to 12:00 am (ticket office closes at 10:00 pm)

In the low season, the hot springs are open from 6:30 am to 11:30 pm and you can come whenever you want. In the high season, there are 3 timeslots when you can visit, and you may stay for a maximum of 4 hours.

The timeslots are:

From 6:30 am to 10:30 am
From 11:30 am to 5:00 pm
From 6:00 pm to 11:30 pm

Check the website for more information and to reserve your entrance tickets. 

Updated August 2025

Prices

 

  • The prices for entrance + access to the thermal pools (pasaporte termal) start at COP50,000/€12.50 for adults and COP38,000/€9.50 for children (up to 1.20 meters)
  • Children up to 90 cm are free.
  • If you book online, there are often discounts.
  • Prices vary depending on the day and time of day. The highest ticket price is during holidays and on weekends for the timeslot from 11:30 am to 5:00 pm: COP81,000/€21.50
  • Expedición Termal hike from COP54,000/€13.50, for a 2-hour guided tour.
  • Spa treatments, from facial masks to full body massages. Check here for more info.

    These prices are valid until 15.12 2025

Facilities
  • Showers
  • Toilets
  • Locker Rooms
  • Free storage service of your belongings: You get a big plastic bag where you can put all your stuff. The bag will be taped off and before you leave the premises, you pick up your stuff again
  • Lockers (for a fee)
  • Souvenir shop
  • 2 restaurants serving local and international cuisine
    How to get to Termales Santa Rosa de Cabal

    From St. Rosa de Cabal
    By Willy Jeep, taxi or bus

    Bus:
    The bus departs from the town hall of Santa Rosa de Cabal to the balneario of Termales Santa Rosa de Cabal. A ticket costs around COP2,500-3,000 ($0.75) and the trip takes about 45 minutes. There is a bus every half hour until about 6:00 pm. Upon arrival at the Termales, check what time the bus returns to the city.
    Tip: Check with your hotel if it is on the bus route. We were able to get on right in front of our hotel and didn’t have to go into town to catch the bus.

    Willy Jeep:
    The traditional Willy Jeeps depart from the market of Santa Rosa de Cabal. You agree on a price with the driver on the spot, which is usually around COP5,000/$1.25 one way. In the mornings and early afternoons, Willys go frequently to the Termales.

    Taxi:
    A one-way taxi ride from the center of Santa Rosa de Cabal to the hot springs costs on average between COP20,000-25,000 ($5-6.25), depending on the time of day, traffic, and any waiting time. The ride usually takes about 15 to 20 minutes. Some drivers also offer a return service where they wait while you are at the pools. Including waiting time, this usually costs around COP40,000-50,000 ($10-12.50).

    Coming from Salento
    First take the bus to Pereira. From there, continue to Santa Rosa de Cabal/Termales Santa Rosa de Cabal. The bus ride from the Terminal de Transportes in Pereira to Salento takes about 1 hour. Tickets cost around COP12,000/$3. Expreso Alcalá departs every hour and Flota Occidental has 2 departures per day.

    Coming from Manizales
    First take the bus to St. Rosa de Cabal. Then continue to Termales Santa Rosa de Cabal. The bus ride takes about 1 hour. A ticket costs around COP10,000/$2.50 one way. The trips between Manizales and St. Rosa de Cabal are operated by Flota Occidental and run about every 4 hours (during the day).

    Own transport
    If you come with your own vehicle, you can park in the spacious parking lot.

    Best time to visit the thermal baths

    During the week in the early morning hours. On weekends and holidays it can get very busy with families, especially later in the morning.

    Packing List

    What should you defenitely not forget to bring?

    • Swimwear
    • Towels (not provided!)
    • Bathing slippers
    • Cash for food, drinks, locker and souvenirs
    • Change, for tips when you store your clothes for example

    Hotels and Accommodations

    Termales Santa Rosa de Cabal is located in a gorgeous, green surroundings. On the road between Termales and Santa Rosa de Cabal, there are several nice little hotels for every budget, often with beautiful gardens and a “private” river. If you choose your hotel wisely, you can stay very close to the hot springs, or even have them at your doorstep! Check our insiders tips here.

    #ColombiaMyWay Tips

    # Tip 1

    Hotel Termales Santa Rosa de Cabal
    This hotel has a spectacular setting between waterfalls and hotsprings. You cannot get any closer to the thermal baths than in this hotel! If your planning allows it, plan a stay during the week. This is a popular hotel with Colombian tourists and it can be especially crowded on weekends and during vacation periods.

     

    # Tip 2

    Mamatina hotel
    Recommended if you would like to stay close to the Termales, but still book an affordable, comfortable accommodation. The restaurant of Mamatina has a very good reputation. This colorful hotel is close to the Termales, 1km away. The bus to the Termales stops right in front of it!

     

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    More hotels in Santa Rosa de Cabal

    Additional tips

    Helpful (and tasty) tips

    1. Go for lunch instead of dinner

    Most of the hotels between Termales and Santa Rosa de Cabal are rural and there is not much to do in the evening. Also, not all hotels have their own restaurant. Therefore, go for dinner in the afternoon so you don’t have to look for a restaurant nearby in the evening.

     

    2. Taste the chorizo santarrossano

    If you tell a Colombian you’re going to Santa Rosa de Cabal, 9 times out of 10 he won’t mention the thermal baths, but the chorizo santarrossano! This homemade sausage, is a local specialty, which is famous throughout the region. 

     

    3. Eat a delicious cake at El Parisino

    In a beautiful setting, you can enjoy French pastries here, made with a Colombian touch. Be sure to try the yummy Cheesecake con Arequipe (caramel) or the Cheesecake con (mucho) chocolate. Que riiico! Café el Parisino is located in Hacienda Santa Clara, Via Termales de Santa Rosa km 1. Opening hours (August 2025): On Sundays from 12:00 to 20:00, on Mondays and Tuesdays from 13:00 to 19:00, and on Fridays and Saturdays until 20:00.

    4. Discover even more thermal baths

    If you can’t get enough of the wonderful hot water, check out San Vicente Reserva Termal, 17 km from the town of Santa Rosa de Cabal. If you go here by rental car, keep in mind that the last 12 km of the road are unpaved.