Why Salto?

Uruguay’s hottest thermal source — 46 °C, open-air pools, waterpark and a full spa complex just 8 km from Salto city. The most visited thermal centre in South America.

Uruguay’s oldest geothermal source, flowing since 1945 from 1,300 m depth. Home to South America’s only 5-star all-inclusive thermal golf resort — Altos del Arapey.

Inaugurated in 2011 on the peaceful banks of the Río Daymán, just 7 km from Salto. A 1,200 m deep bore taps the Guaraní Aquifer at 45 °C, feeding four large pools, hydrotherapy showers and massage — Uruguay’s most tranquil thermal park.

On the shore of Parque del Lago, looking out towards the dam — thermal pools and spa, water slides, a wave pool and plenty of room for children. Part of the Hotel Horacio Quiroga resort, but open to everyone, every day of the year.

Uruguay’s first thermal water park, right beside Termas del Daymán — slides, a wave pool and family attractions fed by the same geothermal source. Seasonal: roughly late September to early April.

The great river defines Salto — its sunsets, its economy, its soul. Walk the waterfront, watch the fishing boats, and witness one of the finest river views in South America.

A binational hydroelectric marvel shared between Uruguay and Argentina — one of South America’s great engineering achievements and a remarkable place to visit.

Salto is Uruguay’s citrus capital — vast orange and tangerine groves stretching across the countryside. Visit the farms, taste the fruit, understand the land.

Grass-fed beef, homemade pasta, fresh river fish and the finest chivitos. Salto’s parrillas offer authentic Uruguayan dining at its very best.

For decades, unexplained lights and phenomena have been reported at this rural estancia on the outskirts of Salto. Official investigations. Credible witnesses. No answers.

A growing collection of images from around Salto — the river, the hot springs, the estancias and everyday life.