Where to Soak: the 15 Best Hot Springs Worldwide

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Santorini: Volcanic Islands Cruise with Hot Springs Visit

1.Volcanic Islands Cruise with Hot Springs Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 10,869 reviews · 3 - 10 hours · from $29Our pick

Set out from Athinios Port on a traditional wooden boat with a multilingual guide. Walk across Nea Kameni’s volcanic ground, swim from the boat to Palea Kameni’s sulfur springs, stop at Thirassia, and add a bus ride to Oia for sunset.

“Enjoyed this beautiful cruise around the Aegean Sea. The volcanic hike was fun, and the swim to the hot springs was enjoyable. I only wish we had more time to soak in the hot springs--it seemed rushed!”

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Bali: Mount Batur Sunrise Guided Hike and Natural Hot Spring

2.Mount Batur Sunrise Guided Hike and Natural Hot Spring

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 9,284 reviews · 7 - 10 hours · from $36

Start with a steep, guided climb of Mount Batur before sunrise, then enjoy breakfast, volcanic views, and a relaxing hot spring. Guides such as Sar, Nova, Jordan, and Luna are praised for steady pacing and summit photos. Selected options add hotel pickup, coffee tasting, and drop-off across southern Bali and Ubud.

“For everything that was included in the tour - the breakfast at the summit, the personal guide, the hot springs, the coffee tour and the personal guide - it was phenomenal. Nova was an awesome guide and our driver Bagonk was also very accommodating and helpful.”

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Reykjavik: Sky Lagoon Entrance Pass With 7-Step Spa Ritual

3.Sky Lagoon Entrance Pass With 7-Step Spa Ritual

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,166 reviews · 1 day · from $111

Spend the day at Reykjavík’s oceanside Sky Lagoon with a warm geothermal pool, infinity edge, panoramic sauna, cold plunge, steam room, body scrub, and crowberry juice. Choose the affordable Saman Pass with shared facilities or the Sér Pass with private changing rooms and showers.

“Well designed and equipped spa, active helpful management and staff. Wonderful in the lagoon with views out to sea. Great ritual activities, the sauna is spectacular. Nice cocktails at the bar.”

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Krabi: Tiger Cave Temple, Emerald Pool and Hot Springs Tour

4.Tiger Cave Temple, Emerald Pool and Hot Springs Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,616 reviews · 9 hours - 570 minutes · from $59

Spend nine hours with a small group of up to nine people visiting Krabi’s Emerald Pool, Blue Lagoon, hot springs, and Tiger Cave Temple. Expect an English-speaking guide, air-conditioned transport, glass-bottled water, included entry fees, and a steep climb of more than 1,200 steps.

“Amazing! The guide was so good at us and we could enjoy a wonderful time together. Would definitely do it again.”

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Mount Batur Sunrise Hike and Natural Hot Spring Option

5.Mount Batur Sunrise Hike and Natural Hot Spring Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,927 reviews · from $33Top rated

Start before dawn for Mount Batur’s sunrise by foot or Jeep, with breakfast and a hot drink near the summit. Choose a hot spring soak, waterfall, or jungle swing afterward. Guides such as Nopia, Ayu, and Made Rum are available, with hotel pickup from Ubud and other Bali areas.

“We did this trek on my 40th birthday and what a way to start my next decade! It started with a 2am pick up in Ubud and we got to the bottom of the mountain around 330am. We were given tea, a head torch, and a stick (if you wanted it). There were also toilets available at this point (none at the top so go before you start!). The hike began around 4am and it was dark, dusty and steep in places but our wonderful guide stopped whenever needed and knew good places to perch and have a water stop. The closer to the top you get the tougher the…”

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Antalya Pamukkale Hot Springs & Hierapolis Tour With Lunch

6.Antalya Pamukkale Hot Springs & Hierapolis Tour With Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,092 reviews · 12 to 13 hours (approx.) · from $50

Travel from Antalya to Pamukkale by air-conditioned bus, with comfort stops, a buffet lunch, and three hours to explore the travertine pools, Hierapolis, Necropolis, and optional Cleopatra’s Pool. Guides may include Inci, Kaan, Apo, Ercan, or Abdullah.

“Pamukkale is stunning with its white terraces and ancient Hierapolis ruins—absolutely worth visiting despite the tourist crowds. We booked via Viator and our smart young guide Apo made the trip truly meaningful with his knowledge and energy. Highly recommend going early and with a guide like him!”

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Santorini Port: Cruise to Volcano, Hot Springs & Thirassia

7.Santorini Port: Cruise to Volcano, Hot Springs & Thirassia

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 992 reviews · 6 hours · from $41

Spend six hours on a sailing cruise from Santorini’s Fira Old Port. Walk across Nea Kameni’s volcanic ground, swim from the boat toward Palea Kameni’s warm springs, and eat or explore on Thirassia. English guides such as Roula, Yannis, and Gianni may lead the day.

“What a fantastic seamless trip. Group was professional, the sights were so picturesque.”

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Sky Lagoon Ticket with 7-Step Ritual and Transfers from Reykjavik

8.Sky Lagoon Ticket with 7-Step Ritual and Transfers from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 924 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $159

Travel from Reykjavik to Sky Lagoon for a warm geothermal soak, ocean views, and the Skjól seven-step ritual. Round-trip transfers, Wi-Fi, lagoon access, and return buses are included. Expect communal changing rooms unless you upgrade to the Ser package with a private changing room.

“A bit expensive but worth the unique experience. Cold plunge is invigorating! The scrub really helps eliminate the toxins from the body. I slept like a baby even though I was jet lagged!”

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Materuni Waterfalls, coffee tour & Kikuletwa Hot Springs

9.Materuni Waterfalls, coffee tour & Kikuletwa Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 643 reviews · from $100

Spend about 12 hours with a private guide exploring Materuni village, hiking to an 80-meter waterfall, making coffee with Chagga hosts, and swimming at Kikuletwa Hot Springs. Guides such as Baltazary, Frank, Enock, Ellis, Victor, and Andrew have led this trip. Hotel pickup and lunch are included.

“Our driver/guide was amazing. Hike to the falls and the coffee tour was lot of fun. Was better for us than a day in Arusha National Park.”

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Ao Nang: Hot Spring, Emerald Pool & Tiger Cave Temple Tour

10.Ao Nang: Hot Spring, Emerald Pool & Tiger Cave Temple Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 576 reviews · 9 hours · from $48

Start early from Ao Nang with an English-speaking guide such as Mimi, Sun, Bass, or V. Soak in 37 to 40 C hot springs, walk through forest to Emerald Pool, eat a Thai lunch, then tackle Tiger Cave Temple’s 1,260 steps. It is scenic, well organized, and physically demanding.

“Had a great time, Bass made sure he ran through all the information and history of the sights as well as keeping everything fun. Full day trip that shows you half of what you want to see in Krabi”

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From Reykjavik: Hvammsvík Hot Spring with Transportation

11.Hvammsvík Hot Spring with Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 572 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $168

Travel from Reykjavik’s BSI terminal to Hvammsvík for about three hours among warm pools, sea views, mountains, and a steam room. You can choose pools with different temperatures, use the swim-up bar, and even take a cold plunge in the sea. English-speaking drivers such as Carlos and Sylvia have earned praise for friendly service.

“Our driver and trip guide, Carlos, was great and so welcoming. The view is incredible and the hot springs are amazing and so relaxing. As a young student Iceland is a very expensive place to travel, but this was absolutely worth the money :)”

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Shaded Hot Spring, Massage and Mex Grill in Puerto Vallarta

12.Shaded Hot Spring, Massage and Mex Grill in Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 571 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $165

Join Antonio or Jose Antonio Garcia Rivas for an eight-hour escape from Puerto Vallarta. Shop for fresh produce, visit a tortilla maker, soak at Nuevo Ixtlan’s warm mineral pools, enjoy a grilled Mexican lunch, and finish with a beachside massage in Bucerias.

“Tony, the host, is easy to communicate with and arrived exactly on time. He shared knowledge of the local floral and fauna. And some history of the country and this area. The roads are unpaved and bumpy near the hot springs but Tony drove slowly and carefully so it was not a problem. It was a real Mexican experience and Tony's cooking was superb! Excellent value and the massage on the beach was icing on the cake!”

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From Valencia: Hot Springs + Waterfalls + Surprise Stop

13.Hot Springs + Waterfalls + Surprise Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 539 reviews · 8 hours · from $50

Spend eight hours with WildValencia visiting Montanejos and Navajas from Valencia. Swim in 25°C spring water, see the 60-meter Salto de la Novia waterfall, enjoy a surprise stop, and travel with guides such as Miguel, Nouha, Ivan, or Kika.

“This was a fun and relaxing adventure my 11 year old and I will never forget. About an hour long comfortable bus ride into the mountains, and then we got to swim in the blue spring waters of Montanejos. We went on a fairly hot warm day from Valencia, but the mountain air was cooler and the spring was more refreshing and cooler than we expected, but perfect for a warm day. We had ample time to swim and eat some lunch we brought. One note is that there was no food stop, so make sure and pack a lunch for yourself. The main area of the spring is shallow…”

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Early & Express Tolantongo Hot Springs

14.Early & Express Tolantongo Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 525 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $125

Leave Mexico City around 4:30 AM for Grutas Tolantongo with a small group of up to 10. You’ll visit the cliffside pools, cave, tunnel, waterfall, and warm river before returning by dinner. Guides such as Ara, April, and Michelle are praised for clear help and personal service.

“April was an amazing tour guide for the hot springs! Even though the ride is super long, the drive was great and the trip felt smooth overall. They provided water and snacks, which was a really nice touch. The restaurant stop was good definitely bring cash! April was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the experience fun and well organized. The hot springs were incredible, and I would absolutely recommend this tour, especially with April as your guide.”

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Jakarta: Volcano, Tea/Rice Fields, Hot Spring, Local Food

15.Jakarta: Volcano, Tea/Rice Fields, Hot Spring, Local Food

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 515 reviews · 14 hours · from $114

Travel from Jakarta to West Java with an English-speaking guide such as Rizky, Bryan, or Nanda. See Tangkuban Parahu’s smoking crater, taste honey pineapple and tropical fruit, visit rice and tea fields, sample local coffee, eat lunch, and relax in sulfur hot springs.

“Mister Thomas is a fantastic guide and driver. He has incredible knowledge of history and plants. He was enthusiastic and we felt so safe with him driving us during a downpour in the mountains. Thank you Mister Thomas!”

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