Overview
What this place is
Cconoc is a canyon-side hot spring stop on the Apurímac River, more about landscape than polish. The listing places it at 1,780 m in a warmer “Yunga” zone, with subtropical vegetation, cactus, and river views. You are soaking at the bottom of a big valley, not up on the cold plateau.
It is described as having hot spring eyes feeding pools through channels, with an average water temperature stated around 50°C. The setting is the main draw, a steep canyon wall, a wide river, and long, dry slopes above you.
Facilities
The listing notes basic tourist infrastructure, including six small pools and six water jets, plus modest lodging, camping areas, food and drink service, and parking. Think simple changing spaces and practical amenities, not a resort experience.
This is also described as being on an old route associated with the Inca road network, which helps explain why it sits in such a strategic river corridor.
Location & Access
Where it is
The baths are listed in the Curahuasi district (Apurímac), on the Apurímac River. This is a remote-feeling canyon location even if you are arriving by vehicle, so plan your day with extra buffer for road conditions and stops.
How to get there
The listed access route includes travel from Abancay to Curahuasi (about 70 km, around 1 hour 30 minutes) and then Curahuasi to the baths (about 29 km, around 40 minutes) by taxi on asphalt. That final segment drops toward the river, and temperatures can rise fast as you lose elevation.
Tickets and timing
Ticketed entry is listed, with a local rate of S/5 and a national/foreign rate of S/8. Visiting is shown as possible year-round, with hours displayed as 12:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the listing, so confirm current hours on arrival and do not assume late-night staffing.
What to bring
Swimsuit, towel, sandals, and a lot of water. Add sun protection for the canyon, and a warm layer if you plan to stay past sunset.
Suitability & Accessibility
Who it suits best
Cconoc is best for travelers who want a dramatic canyon soak and do not mind basic facilities. It can be a memorable stop on a road itinerary through Apurímac, especially if you like big landscapes and warm air at river level.
Notable limits
The same things that make it interesting, steep terrain and remoteness, also make it less forgiving. If your group needs spotless changing rooms, guaranteed quiet, or reliable transport late in the day, choose a more developed bath closer to a major city.
Families
I would not treat this as an easy family stop with small kids. The water is described as very hot at source, the setting is a river canyon, and attention spans plus slippery edges are a bad mix. Teens who can follow instructions and handle heat may be fine with close supervision.
Mobility and accessibility realities
Do not assume step-free access. The site is described as basic infrastructure, and riverbank terrain often means uneven ground and wet concrete. If you have mobility limits, you will likely need assistance and careful pacing, especially when entering and exiting the pools.
Safety & Etiquette
Hot water risks
The water is described as averaging around 50°C at the baths. Even if pools are cooled by mixing, treat every entry as “test first.” Sit on the edge, move slowly, and avoid long soaks that leave you dizzy. Keep kids and anyone heat-sensitive in the mildest pool only, if you choose to enter at all.
River and canyon hazards
This is a canyon environment. Edges can be steep, surfaces can be sandy or slippery, and the river is not a safe play area. Keep a wide buffer from drop-offs, especially at dusk. Flash floods are a real risk in many Andean canyons during heavy rain, so ask locally about conditions if the weather has been unstable.
Etiquette
Rinse before soaking if possible. Keep soaps, shampoos, and sunscreen out of the pools. Do not wash clothes in spring water. Pack out trash, including bottle caps and snack wrappers, because wind and riverbanks spread litter fast.
If you camp, keep noise down after dark and follow local rules for fires and waste disposal. In remote places, basic courtesy has an outsized effect on how welcome visitors remain.
FAQs
How hot is the water?
The listing describes an average water temperature of about 50°C. Pools may be cooler depending on mixing and circulation, so test before entering.
How do you get there from Curahuasi?
The access route lists about 29 km from Curahuasi to the baths, around 40 minutes by taxi on asphalt.
How much is entry?
Listed entry is S/5 for locals and S/8 for national and foreign visitors.
Is there camping?
Yes. The listing mentions camping areas and also notes modest lodging and basic food and drink service.
Is it safe to visit with kids?
This is a remote canyon site with very hot water described at source. If you go with children, keep it conservative, stay close, and choose the mildest pool only.
