Wellness and tourism, two sides of the same coin
In times where safety and health are key when choosing a destination, Uruguay offers the necessary guarantees to enjoy a safe and completely relaxed stay.
If the reason is for health, relaxation or esthetic treatments, the user looks for quality, price and personalized attention. They also look for safety, comfort, as well as evaluate what the tourist destination can offer.
Uruguay has competitive advantages due to its international recognition, its health and technological structure, and its price-quality ratio. In addition to this, the beauty and diversity of landscapes of its tourist destinations, as well as the variety of air, river and land frequencies.
LITORAL
Throughout the year, the thermal region of Uruguay offers multiple alternatives to enjoy a stay or getaway to remember. Located in the “Litoral”, in the northwest of Uruguay and on the Uruguay River, in the departments of Salto and Paysandú, 400 km from Montevideo. The thermal zone arises from one of the most important water resources of the planet: the Guarani Aquifer System, which occupies part of the subsoil of the territories of Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay.
Termas del Daymán: they have a center specialized in wellness tourism, Spa Thermal Daymán, the first Hyperbaric Medicine Center in the region. It combines the benefits of thermal waters with the most technological regenerative medicine. The hyperbaric medicine treatment, based on the application of oxygen at high concentration and pressure is an adjuvant treatment that represents a very valuable and non-invasive benefit for different pathologies, achieving positive results in up to 98% of effectiveness in cases of knee pain, shoulder pain, diabetes, fibromyalgia, arthrosis, stroke, injuries, tumors, ulcers, chronic wounds, among others. + infoThe thermal center is located 7 km from the city of Salto, where in addition to the services associated with an important urban center, you can enjoy its landscapes, architecture, museums, gastronomy, fishing and cultural activities.
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SAN NICANOR HOT SPRINGS
Estancia Termas San Nicanor is located in Paysandú, 15 km from Termas del Daymán. It is surprising for its nature, tranquility, the possibility of immersing in warm thermal waters and at the same time being able to contemplate the starry nights.
It has an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by gardens, offers suites, shared rooms and bungalows, as well as a restaurant with local food. In addition, there is the possibility of participating in agricultural activities, horseback riding, wildlife watching and dorado fishing.
Learn more: www.termassannicanor.com/
ARAPEY HOT SPRINGS
A few kilometers from the city of Salto and Bella Unión, Arapey has indoor and outdoor thermal water pools, with temperatures ranging from 26º to 37°, in addition to an amazing natural environment. The Thermal Center has a five-star hotel with an all-inclusive system, including spa, Jacuzzi, wet bar and golf course.
Several activities can be carried out in the surroundings, which allow visitors to live experiences in contact with nature, such as paragliding, tandem flights, kayak rides on rivers and streams, bird watching or sport fishing, among others.
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ALMIRÓN HOT SPRINGS
Unique natural salt water from the Guarani Aquifer, with high salt content, particularly sulfates and chlorides, high content of calcium and magnesium in the region, which makes it a special place for relaxation and rest.
The tourist complex Salinas del Almirón Resort Termal is located there, which offers a distinguished lodging proposal that perfectly combines rest and relaxation. Located next to the Almirón Therapeutic Thermal Center, the Resort has two swimming pools where you can relax and enjoy the numerous therapeutic properties of the salty waters, known for their salinity and high mineral content. The resort has a four-star rating and offers among its services 60 comfortable rooms, an outstanding gastronomic proposal, Jacuzzi, massage room, sauna, gym and a space for aquatic games.
Those who arrive here can take guided tours of the Montes del Queguay Protected Area, such as: canoeing, hiking, snorkeling, bird watching, floating, among others. The circuits can be hired at the Montes del Queguay Visitors Center and at the Salinas de Almirón Hotel.
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GUAVIYÚ HOT SPRINGS
Approximately 45 minutes from the Paysandú – Colón International Bridge, they are a true oasis in an environment where natural meadows, beautiful palm groves and places of immeasurable historical value abound. An ideal place to rest as a couple or with the family, enjoying the pleasant temperature and the healing properties of the thermal water.
The Thermal Center innovates in the supply of electric energy through the installation of a Photovoltaic Plant, positioning Paysandú as a pioneer in the region by betting on renewable energy that results in a better quality of life for the visitor and the adjacent community.
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MALDONADO
At Km 116.5 of the Interbalnearia Route, on the shore of the Laguna del Sauce, is located ALIVE Health Spa Resort, a unique treatment center in Latin America.
With a total of 39 rooms and suites overlooking the Laguna del Sauce, the hotel specializing in health and wellness offers sophisticated facilities, equipment with the latest European technology worldwide, healthy food, fully customized physical training, constant support from a multidisciplinary team of professionals of excellence.
Among its novelties is a facial scanner that allows to determine the biological age of the dermis and assess the type of pigmentation and skin redness. They also perform genetic testing, cell therapy, telomere measurement, nutrigenetics, among other treatments.
It also offers a time machine, a salt capsule, a floating bed -which recreates the experience of a baby in the womb- an oxygen bar, mud therapy, hydro spa and swimming pools.
In addition, there are programs that help to stop smoking, slimming or toning by professionals or specific plans for bachelorette parties.
Hotel del Lago Golf & Art Resort, located in the lake area, has a spa center and 10 lighted tennis courts. It offers free golf games and a restaurant. This eco-friendly property is 2 km from Laguna del Sauce Airport, 3.3 km from Mansa Beach Club and 3.5 km from Solanas Beach. It is located in an environment with no visual or noise pollution. The spa provides different beauty treatments and massages. The property has a fitness center, sun loungers by the pool and bicycle rental service.
Argentino Hotel Casino & Resort, located in front of the beach in Piriápolis, has 2 heated outdoor pools, a spa, gastronomy, a recreation center and a children’s club. An ideal place where the whole family will find activities for recreation, meeting and relaxation.
It also offers salt water treatments – thalassotherapy – and has seawater products. Since time immemorial, ancient civilizations have included seawater in medical treatments and beauty rituals, exerting a healing effect and restoring health in a natural way.
It is located 40 minutes drive from Carrasco airport and one hour drive from Montevideo. Once there, it invites you to get to know the alchemist legacy of Francisco Piria.
ROCHA
The strength of nature, adventure and relaxation come together in Rocha. Alma de La Pedrera is one of the options that offers spa and relaxation all year round. In the middle of a natural forest for those who wish to disconnect from stress, you can spend an afternoon at the spa, take a dry sauna session, refresh yourself with the bucket shower or the outdoor pool, relax in the large jacuzzi and finish with a personalized massage. During the summer or winter, this option is available with the possibility of accommodation as well. Make your reservation!
