Colcapampa is a stop on the Salkantay Trek; the Aguas Termales Collpapampa are a separate natural attraction nearby. The similarly spelled names refer to different places: Colcapampa and the hot springs near the village of Collpapampa. Keeping this distinction in mind is helpful when planning if both the trekking route and a visit to the springs are part of your trip.

Salkantay Trek Stage and Landscape

On the Salkantay–Santa Teresa trek, the second day runs from Soraypampa to Colcapampa. At around 3,000 m, this is the second campsite on the Salkantay Trek. The exact itinerary may vary by tour operator, and campsite arrangements can also differ. So check the specific tour plan if Colcapampa is scheduled as a stop on your trek.

On the way to Colcapampa, the Salkantay Trek follows the course of the Salkantay River. The campsite is surrounded by striking Andean scenery.

From Colcapampa, the trek heads toward the Ceja de la Selva and a warmer, more tropical climate. The route thus connects the Andean setting of this stage with a transition to a different landscape and climate zone.

One Salkantay route runs from Colcapampa via Playa Sahuayaco and Santa Teresa to Colcamayo. Along the route, natural highlights range from Andean landscapes to tropical flora and various bird species. The exact order may vary by tour operator.

A 2024 project study gave the length of the road section between Sahuayaco and Colcapampa in the district of Santa Teresa as 13.7 km.

Hot Springs near Collpapampa

The Aguas Termales Collpapampa are about half a kilometer before the village of Collpapampa. The springs are volcanic in origin and lie at the confluence of the Salkantay and Totora rivers; their water flows into the Río Salkantay.

The spring water is described as being 30 to 40 °C; the temperature can vary. Treat this range as a guide, rather than as a fixed reading for your visit.

A 2 km footpath leads from the community of Collpapampa to the springs; the walk takes approximately 15 minutes. Trail conditions and maintenance can affect how long it takes. Treat the route time as an estimate and check conditions before your visit. The information refers to different routes: the road runs between Sahuayaco and Colcapampa, while the footpath to the springs starts in the community of Collpapampa.

Choose the Right Location

If you are looking for a hotel, carefully check the place names against your itinerary. The footpath to the springs starts in the community of Collpapampa; the campsite is part of the trekking stage in Colcapampa.

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