To the west of El Salvador, we find one of its main tourist destinations, the Santa Teresa Thermals, a complex that shows us a rustic architectural setting surrounded by a beautiful natural environment and unbeatable atmosphere.
Its cabins, restaurant, delicious spa, and thermal pools, each with a different temperature, overlooking the foot of the Cordillera de Apaneca, make your visit an experience as pleasant as healthy.
TERMALES DE SANTA TERESA - Parque Acuático de El Salvador. Foto por ElSalvadorViajar.
Every year, the number of tourists and locals seeking to relax in this Salvadoran treasure increases, a magical place you should not miss.
Data from Santa Teresa Thermals
| Country: | El Salvador |
|---|---|
| Department: | Ahuachapán |
| Category: | Aquatic Parks |
| Municipality: | Apaneca |
| Advice: | Ideal for families |
| Price: | $10 |
Location of Santa Teresa Thermals
Origin and History of Santa Teresa Thermals
The thermals are in the Department of Ahuachapán, also known as the City of Ausoles, as it is considered the geothermal capital of Central America.
And is that in its vicinity, there is an extension of 20km of volcanic lands, the so-called ausoles, a natural phenomenon formed by cracks, which emanate hot and sulfurous waters originate the fascinating Santa Teresa Thermals.
This set of thermal pools consists of a group of relaxation pools with curative and rejuvenating effects. Each pool has a different temperature from the other that is maintained permanently, from 35 to 39 degrees.
In addition, this fabulous resort-like place has a pleasant spa, beautiful cabins, and a cozy cafe-restaurant to complete your stay and spend one or more days of total relaxation and mental relaxation.
The thermals are a few minutes from the central town of Ahuachapán and 1 hour and 40 minutes from the Salvadoran capital, San Salvador. Easily accessible by road through the departments of Santa Ana and Sonsonate, as they are included in the Route of the Flowers.
Climate, Flora and Fauna in the Santa Teresa Thermals
The Santa Teresa Thermals have a tropical savannah climate, with constant rainfall and warm temperatures, depending on the season you decide to visit this little paradise.
As for the flora, you can observe orchids, banana and coffee plantations, walnut trees, eucalyptus, araucarias, and even white cortese trees.
As part of its fauna, you will find lizards, birds, hedgehogs, insects, squirrels, and hummingbirds.
Recommendations for your visit
- You can bring your food and beverages since the restaurant usually offers more expensive dishes. If your budget is more limited, you can quickly get the food you will eat during your stay.
- Keep your earrings up to date since the WIFI connection is slower at Santa Teresa Thermals. If you want to stay or spend a whole day, you must consider that you will have to disconnect from the daily routine without immediate communication with the outside.
- Don’t forget to bring mosquito repellent. Since it is a natural area with humid areas and abundant vegetation, the presence of these insects is very common.
Activities we can perform
Bathing in one of its pools and immersing yourself in its relaxing and curative waters is the activity par excellence of the Santa Teresa Thermals.
Visiting the spa to pamper yourself and have a good massage in the hands of excellent professionals will also be an experience you should not miss.
Eating at its restaurant and tasting the different a la carte dishes is also part of the itinerary. If you decide to spend more than one day at the hot springs facilities, you can stay in one of its rustic-style cabins with comfortable rooms.
As if that were not enough, you have the possibility of booking tours to discover more of this incredible paradise, reaching the ausoles, as well as renting a bike to tour the corners of this beautiful place.
Price and visiting hours
- The entrance fee to access the thermals is $10. As for the other activities, you can find various prices to suit your budget.
- Spa prices average from $15 to $50, depending on the length of the massage session.
- As for the hotel, the average room rate is $65.
- Visiting hours are from 8 am to 10 pm.
Nearby Places to Visit
If you stay at the Santa Teresa Thermals and want to take advantage of other activities in the surrounding area, there are a couple of places you will love.
You can continue discovering the natural wonders of El Salvador just 2:30 hours from the hot springs, visiting the Salto Malacatiupán, a waterfall of thermal waters that comes from the Agua Caliente River. Also, the abundant vegetation brings a pure and natural essence to the environment.
A little closer, about 30 minutes away, is the Ecotourism Center El Jícaro, a recreational complex ideal for sunbathing, reading a book, or having a couple of drinks in the restaurant. If you want a good time, you can dip in the pool and have fun with its jets and fountains.
The Santa Teresa Thermals will be your best option if you plan a trip to El Salvador. There will be no room for boredom and plenty of time for relaxation and entertainment in this privileged tourist attraction.
