The Termas Geométricas, the most photographed hot springs in southern Chile, are still open, but under another name: since 1 October 2026 they have operated as Termas Martini, run by the family that owns the land. The operator that built them and made them famous left the site on 30 September, after an arbitration ruling ended the lease, according to BioBioChile and Emol.
The place is the same: a native-forest ravine next to Villarrica National Park, about 16 kilometres from Coñaripe, in the district of Panguipulli (Los Ríos Region), with 18 stone pools linked by a red wooden boardwalk. This guide explains what changed, how much it costs and how to get there.
Termas Geométricas key facts
| Item | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Current name | Termas Martini (formerly Termas Geométricas), since 1 Oct 2026 | Martini family, according to BioBioChile |
| Location | Ravine of the Cajón Negro stream, Coñaripe, Panguipulli district, Los Ríos Region | Regional press |
| Distance from Coñaripe | About 16 km | Nomades |
| Pools | 18 stone pools and 2 cold-water waterfalls | Termas Geométricas and BioBioChile |
| Temperature | Water emerges at 80 °C from more than 60 springs and is cooled to 45 °C for bathing | termasgeometricas.cl |
| Architecture | Germán del Sol; works began in 2002 | termasgeometricas.cl and BioBioChile |
What happened to the Termas Geométricas
The hot springs operated for 24 years under a lease between the company linked to architect Germán del Sol and the Martini family, which owns the land. According to the family, an arbitration ruling ended the contract for "serious breaches" and ordered the facilities to be returned. The operator, for its part, highlighted what it built: according to its head of operations, Gustavo Aravena, the flow went from 1 litre per second to more than 17. The dispute over the reasons remains open.
| Before (until 30 Sep 2026) | Now (since 1 Oct 2026) |
|---|---|
| Termas Geométricas | Termas Martini |
| Operator linked to Germán del Sol | Martini family, owner of the land |
| Bookings on the Termas Geométricas website | Bookings directly with Termas Martini or through agencies in Pucón and Coñaripe |
| Same pools, boardwalks and shelter | Same facilities, according to the Martini family |
Patricio Martini says that "the Termas Geométricas are not closing for good" and that his family cleared the first springs and built the first pool in 1980. Meanwhile, the Termas Geométricas website announces a new location "soon": according to Diario Financiero, cited by Diario de Osorno, the brand belongs to Germán del Sol, who will create a new project at a location yet to be decided.
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See advertising optionsHow much it costs to visit the Termas Geométricas (Termas Martini)
Since the change of management we have not found an official published price for individual entry. Agencies in Pucón still sell the outing with transport and entry included.
| Option | Reference price | What it includes |
|---|---|---|
| Tour from Pucón, adult | CLP$75,000 | Return transport, entry and about 3 hours at the springs; minimum 4 passengers |
| Tour from Pucón, child aged 3 to 12 | CLP$60,000 | The same; children under 2 on a lap travel free |
| Independent entry | Ask Termas Martini | Advance booking recommended |
Source: Nomades, checked on 23 October 2026. Tour prices vary by agency and season; confirm before paying.
How to get to the Termas Geométricas
| From | How | Approximate time |
|---|---|---|
| Pucón | Tour with transport, or by car via Villarrica, Licán Ray and Coñaripe | About 7 hours in total with the tour, including 3 hours at the springs |
| Coñaripe | Car or transfer along the mountain road towards Villarrica National Park | About 16 km |
| Villarrica and Licán Ray | Tours departing from those towns | Depends on the operator |
Sources: Nomades and TuDestinoSur, October 2026. The road is a mountain road and may have snow or ice in winter: check conditions before setting off. If you are staying in the area, our guide to things to do in Pucón makes a good base.
Tips for visiting the Termas Geométricas
- Bring a swimsuit, towel, sandals and warm clothes: towels are not included in most tours.
- Go at night or in the rain: the springs open by day and by night, and the contrast between hot water and the cold forest is part of the experience.
- Stay hydrated: the water reaches 45 °C in the hottest pools; alternate with the cooler ones and the cold waterfalls.
- Combine your trip: nearby are the best-known hot springs of southern Chile, Villarrica volcano and the Seven Lakes Route.
Frequently asked questions
Have the Termas Geométricas closed?
They have not closed: since 1 October 2026 they operate as Termas Martini, under new management and with the same facilities.
Where are the Termas Geométricas?
In Coñaripe, Panguipulli district, Los Ríos Region, about 16 km from the village and next to Villarrica National Park. They are usually visited from Pucón.
How much is the tour to the Termas Geométricas from Pucón?
One agency sells it at CLP$75,000 per adult and CLP$60,000 per child, with transport and entry included, according to its website on 23 October 2026.
