Hot springs of La Calera, Arequipa – Peru

This complex located 3 kilometers from Chivay has five pools (three indoor and one outdoor) with waters between 32° and 40°, with relaxing and beneficial properties for the body.

The water in these pools originates at the top of the Cotallumi volcano at a temperature of 80°. To make it suitable for human use, its temperature is reduced to an average of 38°, taking advantage of its calcium, zinc and iron content, which is favorable for alleviating bone, muscle and skin ailments.

The surroundings of the complex offer beautiful views from the top of the mountain. It also has a site museum, where you can see pieces found in various archaeological excavations that were made in the Colca Canyon. La Calera owes its name to the lime mines that abound nearby.

What to do in the hot springs of La Calera?

Relax in its five swimming pools. With different sizes and temperatures, the different pools of La Calera allow visitors to take comforting baths in its pleasant thermal and mineral waters.

Visit the museum. Next to the hot springs there is a small museum where elements found in archeological excavations in the Colca Valley are exhibited.

Crossing the suspension bridge. This beautiful and rustic bridge allows you to cross to the other side of the Colca River.

Tour Chivay. It is the closest town to the hot springs. There you can appreciate the way of life of the Wititis, local inhabitants of the Colca, who express their culture with traditional dances, handicrafts and native foods. You will also see its church and buildings from the time of the Spanish foundation.

Admire the imposing Colca Canyon. There are numerous viewpoints from where you can observe the majestic landscapes of the area and the flight of the condors.

How to get to the hot springs of La Calera?

To get to the hot springs of La Calera, the first thing to do is to go to Chivay, the closest town to the complex. For this you have to take the road to Yura 34A, then take route 1, which leads to 109, which is the one that goes to Chivay. The duration of this trip is about 3 hours.

If you want to go by bus you have to do it from the bus terminal in Arequipa. Tickets to Chivay cost between 10 and 15 soles, depending on the transportation company.

Another possibility to get there is to do it with a tour company. The visits to La Calera usually include it in some of the tours to the Colca Canyon, where they offer to take a bath in these waters at the end of the tour.

The hot springs complex is located 3 kilometers from Chivay. It can be reached on foot from there in approximately one hour. The cab fare is 5 soles and one sol by bus. If you go with a tour you don’t have to worry, since the company will take care of the transportation.

Recommendations;

Entrance ticket. The price is between 5 and 15 Peruvian soles per person, depending on the number of pools you wish to access.

Schedule. Open daily from 4:00 am to 7:00 pm. It is recommended to visit it in the mornings to better appreciate the landscapes that the Colca River offers.

What to bring? It is recommended that you bring a bathing suit, clothes to change into after bathing, sunscreen, hat or cap, sunglasses, cash, and towels or washcloths.

Services offered. The site has a parking lot, cafeteria, food sales, handicrafts store and restrooms.

Lodging. The complex does not have sleeping accommodations, so if you wish to spend the night you must stay at a lodge in Chivay, the nearest town.

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