Termas Del Arapey: Forest Trail, Río Arapey and History

Nature, the river and history offer different ways to plan your trip to Termas Del Arapey. The Sendero Cacique Arapé runs through native forest along the Río Arapey; canoe trips are offered on the river, and a photo gallery focuses on the history of the country’s first thermal center. In the wider Departamento De Salto, attractions in the city of Salto add a city walking tour, a park and museums to the options available.

Hiking and nature along the Río Arapey

The Sendero Cacique Arapé is about one kilometer long and begins in Zone 3 of the thermal park, in the riverside camping area. It runs through native forest along the banks of the Río Arapey and offers opportunities for hiking and observing native bird species and local flora. Its manageable length and opportunities for nature observation give the walk a clear focus. Check current trail conditions before setting out.

Canoe trips with two possible destinations

Canoe trips are offered on the Río Arapey from Puente Artigas to Termas Del Arapey or to the mouth of the river at Lago de Salto Grande. The routes pass through rapids and calm lagoons. The trips therefore differ both in their possible endpoints and in the sections of river along the way. If you plan to take a canoe trip, check in advance whether it is available on your visit date.

Photo gallery on the history of the thermal center

The Termas Del Arapey photo gallery was inaugurated as an open-air exhibition in 2021. Its theme is the history of the country’s first thermal center. If you plan to visit the gallery, check its current accessibility in advance.

More destinations in Departamento De Salto

In Departamento De Salto, the approximately two-kilometer historical and cultural walking tour offers a different kind of stroll: it takes you on foot through the city of Salto. The Sendero Cacique Arapé, by contrast, begins in the thermal park of Termas Del Arapey and runs through native forest along the riverbank. The two routes therefore differ in their surroundings and approximate length.

Parque Benito Solari is also in the city of Salto. The 17-hectare park was designed in the French style and dates back to 1900. Its features include various tree and flower species, a lake with a statue, paths and other landscaping elements. Those interested in archaeology and paleontology can explore these subjects in the collections of the Museo de Arqueología y Ciencias Naturales in Salto.

The Museo Histórico del Río Uruguay in the city of Salto, in Departamento De Salto, brings together documents, photographs and objects from sunken ships, along with ship models, uniforms, flags, maritime symbols, old tickets and objects from life on board. Visits must be arranged in advance. The building where Horacio Quiroga was born is also in the city of Salto; it is located on the main street. In Salto Chico, in Departamento De Salto, visitors can fish and observe nature.

This makes it easy to plan outings around the activities you would like to include in your stay.

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