The 12 Best Chile Hot Springs Tours

1.Santiago: Cajón del Maipo Hot Springs & Chilean Barbecue

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

Leave Santiago for Cajón del Maipo in a Jeep or SUV, stopping at San José de Maipo, the Veil of the Bride Waterfall, and seven volcanic hot-spring pools. Guides such as Francisco, Rosario, Axel, and Jaime lead the outing, which ends with a generous Chilean barbecue, wine, campfire, and stargazing.

“Unforgettable experience! The Andes, hot springs, and a Chilean BBQ under the stars were incredible. Our guide Francisco was outstanding - knowledgeable, friendly, and made the whole tour special. Could not speak more highly. Don’t miss this! 10/10.”

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2.From Santiago: Maipo Canyon Volcano and Hot Spring Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 98 reviews · 12 hours · from $170

Leave Santiago early for the Maipo Canyon, where a bilingual guide leads an easy-to-intermediate 4-kilometer hike toward San José Volcano. After a picnic lunch and Chilean wine, soak in Baños Colina’s natural mineral pools at 2,500 meters. Small groups, hotel pickup, and guides such as Andrés, Gonzalo, and Jesús make the long day easy to manage.

“Had a fantastic time on this tour! Absolutely worth it!”

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3.Cajon del Maipo Region – Hot Springs Termas de Colina

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 74 reviews · 7 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $170

Travel from Santiago into Cajon del Maipo for a full day of Andean scenery, six hot spring pools at Termas Valle de Colina, the eerie Tinoco railway tunnel, and a chocolate shop. Round-trip transport, a small breakfast, and drinks are included. Expect an early start, basic facilities, changing weather, and Spanish or multilingual guiding.

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4.Cajón del Maipo + Termas de Colina

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews · from $79

Spend 8 to 9 hours in the Andes outside Santiago with Discover Santiago. Soak in seven mineral pools at Termas de Colina, walk to the Las Melosas waterfall, stop for chocolate or ice cream, and share a simple cheese, wine, and snack picnic. Guides such as Gonzalo and Sebastián are praised for safe driving and friendly service.

“Excelente paseo, lugares hermosos y guía muy amable. Lo único malo fue que se retrasó la salida y a la vuelta a Santiago nos agarró la hora pico de tránsito y demoramos mucho.”

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5.Trekking Mirador el volcano + Geometric hot springs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $195Top rated

You’ll leave Pucón with guide Blas of Rutas Outdoors, hike about three hours through native forest and araucarias toward Villarrica’s southern slope, then relax in 20 natural pools at Geometric Baths. The private tour lasts about eight hours, includes transport, park entry, technical equipment, insurance, and a certified guide.

“Una experiencia maravillosa, poder caminar por la nieve y tener una vista a 4 volcanes, realmente maravillosa 🥰 y el guia fenomenal, atento, y muy apañador en toda la travesía !!!!”

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6.Embalse el Yeso and Termas del Plomo in semi-private 4×4

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $250

Leave Santiago at 7:00 am in a semi-private 4x4 for Cajón del Maipo, Embalse El Yeso, and Termas del Plomo. You get breakfast, lunch, entry tickets, and time in warm volcanic pools. Guides such as Diego, Juan, and Patricio provide local context, careful driving, and Portuguese support when needed.

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7.Santiago: Full day Embalse del Yeso, Casa de Chocolate, picnic & Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 31 reviews · from $90

Spend 10 hours exploring Cajón del Maipo with a guide in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. You’ll visit Embalse del Yeso, soak at Termas de Colina, stop at Casa de Chocolate, and finish with a picnic. Departures leave from Santiago, Providencia, or Las Condes. Guides such as Francisca and JJ have earned praise for keeping the long day lively.

“Francisca was an excellent guide and entertainer, and Andres a great driver. Our only concern was not being told well in advance what we may need to bring, or that the schedule could be disrupted, like they’re being no time for lunch. Bring extra warm clothing, extra food, extra water, and a towel.”

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8.From Pucón: Geometric Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 20 reviews · 8 hours · from $133

Travel from Pucón through Licanray and Coñaripe to Geometric Hot Springs in Villarrica National Park. You get three hours in 16 pools heated from 35°C to 42°C, plus four cold pools, entry, and round-trip transport. Pickup covers central Pucón hotels, though transport coordination can be uneven.

“easy and comfortable ride up to the springs, a simple and pleasant visit. really enjoyed how beautiful the setting of the hot springs was and it wasn't too crowded. loved the cafeteria with a fire in it as well- was a bonus to have a hot chocolate there after a soak!”

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9.Full-Day Embalse del Yeso & Hot Springs Tour from Santiago

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 10 reviews · 1 day · from $250

Leave Santiago with a private bilingual guide such as Maxi, Francisco, Pablo, or Ivano, then follow the Cajón del Maipo to turquoise Embalse del Yeso. After photos, a cheese-and-wine snack, and mountain views, spend three hours at Termas Valle de Colina. Hotel transport, entry fees, and guide service are included.

“Of all the tours I’ve ever done, Maxi is hands down my favorite tour guide I have ever had. He was so genuine and made the day both fun and unforgettable. The drive through the Andes was incredible and Maxi is an amazing driver too! The views of the mountains and the dam were stunning, and the hot springs were an absolutely special spot to relax and enjoy the scenery.”

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10.PUCON: TOUR AROUND THE AREA WITH THERMAL BATHS

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 8 reviews · 6 hours · from $95

Spend six hours touring the Pucon area with a bilingual guide such as Marcelo or Rocío. See the Trancura and Turbio rivers, volcano views, the Ojos del Caburgua, Fish Viewpoint, Caburgua Lake and beach, then relax for two hours at included hot springs. Bring swimwear and a towel.

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11.San Pedro de Atacama: Puritama Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $55Best value

Travel 31 kilometers from San Pedro de Atacama to Puritama Hot Springs, where seven pools sit in a desert ravine among foxtail thickets. A Spanish or English-speaking guide shares local history during the drive. The 4.5-hour trip includes urban pickup, shared transport, and city-center drop-off, but not the entrance fee.

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12.Puritama Hot Springs – Tour : San Pedro de Atacama – Chile

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 4h 30m · from $59

Travel from San Pedro de Atacama to Puritama Hot Springs, where warm thermal pools sit among rock formations and desert greenery. Your English- or Spanish-speaking guide explains local geology and plants, then gives you free time to relax. Transport and a light lunch are included, but admission must be booked separately.

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