Well-being and Uruguayan tourism, two sides of the same coin

In times where safety and health are key when choosing a destination, Uruguay provides the necessary guarantees to enjoy a safe and completely relaxed stay. The country has competitive advantages due to its international recognition, its sanitary and technological structure, and its price-quality ratio. To this is added the beauty and diversity of landscapes of its tourist destinations, as well as the variety of air, river and land frequencies.

COAST

Throughout the year, the thermal region of Uruguay offers multiple alternatives to enjoy a stay or getaway to remember. Located on 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 on the planet: the Guaraní 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. Which combines the benefits of hot springs with the most technological of regenerative medicine. 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% effectiveness in cases of pain treatment. knee, shoulders, diabetes, fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis, stroke, injuries, tumors, ulcers, chronic wounds, among others. 

The 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.

SAN NICANOR HOT SPRINGS

In Paysandú, 15 km from the Termas del Daymán, is Estancia Termas San Nicanor, which surprises with its nature, tranquility, the possibility of submerging in warm thermal waters and at the same time being able to contemplate the starry nights.

It has an outdoor pool surrounded by gardens, offers suites, shared rooms and bungalows, as well as a restaurant with local food. To this is added the possibility of participating in agricultural activities, horseback riding, sighting of native fauna and dorado fishing.

THERMAS OF ARAPEY

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 37º, as well as a surprising natural environment. The Thermal Center has five-star hotels, with an all-inclusive system, which includes a spa, jacuzzi, "wet bar" and golf course.

Various activities can be carried out in the environment, which allow the visitor to live experiences in contact with nature, such as: paragliding, two-seater flights, kayaking through rivers and streams, bird watching or sport fishing, among others. .

ALMIRÓN BATHS

Unique natural salt water from the Guaraní Aquifer, with high salt content, particularly sulfates and chlorides, high content of calcium and magnesium existing in the region, which makes them a special place for relaxation and rest.

There is the tourist complex Salinas del Almirón Thermal Resort, which offers a distinguished lodging proposal that perfectly combines rest and recreation. Located next to the Almirón Thermal Therapeutic Center, the Resort has its own two swimming pools where you can relax and test the numerous therapeutic properties of the salty waters, recognized for their salinity and high mineral content. The complex has a four-star rating and offers among its services 60 comfortable rooms, an outstanding gastronomic offer, Jacuzzi, massage room, sauna, gym and a space for water games.

Whoever arrives here can take guided tours through 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 Hotel Salinas de Almirón.

GUAVIYÚ HOT SPRINGS

Approximately 45 minutes from the Paysandú - Colón International Bridge, they are a true oasis in an environment where natural meadows abound, beautiful palm groves and places of immeasurable historical value. An ideal space to rest as a couple or as a family, enjoying the pleasant temperature and the healing properties of the thermal water.

The Thermal Center innovates in the supply of electricity 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.

At km 116.5 of the Interbalnearia Route, on the coast of Laguna del Sauce, is 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 eating, fully personalized physical training, constant support from a team multidisciplinary team of professionals of excellence.

Among its novelties, it has a facial scanner that allows the biological age of the dermis to be established and the type of pigmentation and skin redness to be assessed. At the same time they carry out genetic tests, cell therapy, telomeric measurement, nutrigenetics, among other treatments.

In turn, it brings together the time machine, the salt capsule, the floating bed -which recreates the experience of the baby in the womb- the oxygen bar, mud therapy, hydro spa and swimming pools.

In addition to programs that help to stop smoking, lose weight or tone up by professionals or specific plans for bachelorette parties.

Located in the lake area, Hotel del Lago Golf & Art Resort has a spa center and 10 floodlit tennis courts. It stands out because it offers free golf games and houses 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 without visual or auditory pollution. The spa provides different beauty treatments and massages. The property has a fitness center, sun loungers by the pool and bicycle rental service.

The Argentino Hotel Casino & Resort, located in front of the Piriápolis beach, has 2 heated and outdoor swimming 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 treatments with salt water – thalassotherapy – and has seawater products. Since time immemorial, ancient civilizations included seawater in medical treatments and beauty rituals, exerting a healing effect and restoring health naturally.

It is located 40 minutes by car from Carrasco airport and an hour by car from Montevideo. Once there, it invites you to discover the alchemist legacy of Francisco Piria.

ROCK

The force 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 want to disconnect from stress, you can spend an afternoon at the spa, take a session in the dry sauna, cool off with the bucket shower or the outdoor pool, relax in the large jacuzzi and end with a personalized massage. During the summer or winter, this option is available with the possibility of staying as well.