The Natural Reserve of Aguas Calientes is located in the department of Cundinamarca, it is one of those little known places, but with an enormous beauty and with different plans. When we see its name we can get an idea of what this place is all about, in fact, thermal waters and activities for the benefit of our body.
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How to get to Paratebueno?
This destination is in Paratebueno, Cundinamarca, however, to get to Aguas Calientes Natural Reserve you must first go to Villavicencio. At the Villavicencio bus terminal you can take a bus to Paratebueno. From Villavicencio to your destination takes approximately 2 hours. Then, you will have to go to Vereda Agua Caliente, Paratebueno. When you arrive at Agua Caliente you will have to go to the reserve in a very interesting walk.
Weather and recommendations in the Aguas Calientes Reserve
La Vereda Agua Caliente has a temperature of approximately 27°C, the climate is warm, so it is recommended to wear comfortable cotton clothing, for the walk is necessary to use non-slip tennis or good grip shoes as it will pass through very slippery and wet areas and may cause an accident. Do not forget to use sunscreen and insect repellent. Have a bathing suit and a set of extra clothes and hydration for the walk.
What to do in the Aguas Calientes reserve?
The visit to Aguas Calientes Natural Reserve is an excellent opportunity to walk through ecological trails, admire beautiful landscapes and find yourself, the place is very quiet, the perfect place to find calm in the middle of nature, the walk is very interesting because you can also see birds.
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Of course its main attractions are the thermal pool, you can also find a waterfall, and Turkish baths where you can take relaxing hot baths, it is said that these waters have healing properties for the body, so enjoy its waters.
On the other hand, in the reserve you will be able to experience samples of thermal mud and you will be able to visit oil deposits. This natural reserve is a place with a lot of variety destined for relaxation, you can visit it in company of your family, couple or group of friends and you will not regret.
Remember that in the reserve there are also sources of boiling water, follow the instructions of those in charge of the place to avoid incidents.
Restaurants in Aguas Calientes Nature Reserve
Best of all, there’s a restaurant on the reserve that serves delicious food at an affordable price of no more than $20,000 colombian pesos. The restaurant is open until 16:00 hrs, so it is important to be there before this time to enjoy the food. Although it only has two dishes, sancocho en leña and mojarra, it is native to the region and has a delicious flavor.
If you purchase one of the plans offered in Villavicencio, you will be able to purchase transportation, lunch, entrance ticket and tour of the reserve at a better value. However, if you are an adventurer and prefer to dare to make the trip by yourself, follow our recommendations to make your visit to the Aguas Calientes Reserve a success.
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Lodging in Paratebueno
Within the reservation you will not find hotel service or lodging, so it is advisable to spend the night in Paratebueno.
