The hot springs of Lares are located in the district of Lares, province of Calca, and the department of Cusco, 113 km from the city of Cusco.
The temperature of the Lares Hot Springs in Peru varies between 36ºC and 44ºC and forms part of the medicinal properties of the mineral waters and is known for its healing properties and therapeutic relief.
The tour to the Thermal Baths of Lares is a place to live a relaxing and stress-free experience.
Duration: 1 Day | Altitude: 3.200 m.a.s.l. |
Difficulty: Easy | Season: All year |
Itinerary
Our tour starts with the pick up from your respective hotel between 05:30 AM to 06:00 AM in the morning, from Cusco.
We will travel by tourist transportation to the Calca region where we arrive approximately 2 hours and a half later, we will have a few minutes to buy some things you need.
Then we continue to drive for 1:30 hrs. to the Lares Valley. 15 minutes later, we will arrive at the thermal baths of Lares.
The hot springs of “Los Baños Termales de Lares” are made up of a group of six pools. These are fed by temperate waters in varying degrees.
The temperatures of the thermal pools of Lares range between 36ºC and 44ºC and the pools have dimensions between 17 m² and 120 m², with depths that do not exceed one and a half meters, making them suitable for a larger number of visitors.
After enjoying the medicinal thermal baths, we will return to the village of Lares, where we will enjoy our lunch, and finally return to the city of Cusco, where we will arrive at 05:00 PM.
Important: The exact time schedule of the tour will be confirmed in a previous briefing.
Included
TOUR INCLUDES
- Tourist transportation Cusco – Valley of Lares
- Professional bilingual guide (English / Spanish).
- 1 Lunch in the village of Lares
- First aid kit
TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Breakfast
- Advice
- Money
- Entrance to the Thermal baths of Lares – S/15
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Thermal Baths of Lares
The thermal baths of Lares are thermal medicinal that you can enjoy, the healing properties that possess its waters are the reason for the visits because they are very good for muscular and bone pains.
If you are visiting Cusco, Peru, and need to relax, we recommend that you visit the thermal baths of Lares. These natural healing springs offer a very good service for those who want to relax.
Altitude
The hot springs of Lares are located at 3,250 meters above sea level.
Location
The thermal waters of Lares are located at an altitude of 3250 meters above sea level and are a tourist attraction in the area. The temperature ranges between 36º and 44 °C, the outcrops of medicinal water have the following chemical composition: Calcium, Magnesium, Sodium, Potassium, Chlorides, Sulphates, Bicarbonates, Iron, Manganese, Zinc, Boron, Copper, and dissolved solids, have a yellowish color.
The temperature of the Thermal Baths
The temperature of the thermal baths ranges between 36°C and 44°C
How many pools do the thermal baths in Lares have?
In the thermal baths, there are 6 pools, the first one has a temperature of 41º C, it is supplied by the main water source combined with cold superficial underground waters with a temperature of 17º C. This pool is 5 meters long by 3.50 meters wide and 1.50 meters deep.
The second pool has a temperature of 35º C, its dimension is 6 meters long by 4 meters wide and 1.5 meters deep. The third pool has a temperature of 38º C, its dimension is 15 meters long by 8 meters wide and 1.5 meters deep.
What to pack?
We recommend you bring:
- Light and warm clothing.
- Bottle of water
- Sunscreen.
- Hat or cap.
- Snacks or fruit in case you get hungry.
- Swimming clothes (towels, sandals).
- Camera to capture the best moments
Did you know that the Lares Trek is a good alternative trek to the Lares & Inca Trail 2d-1n, Lares Valley trek 4 days- 3 Nights, going off the beaten track by visiting authentic Andean communities while surrounded by stunning mountains, lakes, and valleys.
Price
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
We have price alternatives that accommodate all budgets, prices per person, expressed in US Dollars.
Make your quotes and reservations by email [email protected], you can also communicate with one of our sales executives at the telephones detailed below, we will be happy to assist you.
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HOW TO BOOK THE SOUTH VALLEY CUSCO TOUR?
To start the reservation process, please send us the following information:
- Name and surname:
- Passport number:
- Nationality:
- Date of Birth:
- Phone:
- Very important – We need the address and information about the hotel that you are staying at, in the city of Cusco, to be able to pick you up at the time when the tour starts
To confirm reservations it is required to pay 50% in advance and the other 50% can be paid upon arrival at your destination.
PAYMENT METHODS
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- PAYPAL
- WESTER UNION
- MONEYGRAM
- TRANSFER TO OUR BANK ACCOUNT PERU
GENERAL CONDITIONS
- All rates for our Peru Packages are expressed in US dollars (subject to currency exchange rates) and are priced per person
- The rates for Peruvians only include VAT
- All our rates are subject to availability and circumstances
- Children under 2 years and 11 months are considered INF (babies) and are not permitted on this tour
- Children from 3 to 10 years and 11 months are considered DCC (child) and thus eligible for special rates and obliged to share the room with their parents
- Children over 11 years old are considered adults
- Minors must travel with an identity document
- Rates do not apply to holidays, Easter, long weekends, national holidays, Christmas, or New Year