South of Goiás, crystal clear springs sprout at temperatures ranging between 20°C and 60°C, supplying the 12 km of one of the biggest water parks of Brazil: Rio Quente.
The place has restaurants, bars, hotels and a camping area and is located in the municipality of the same name that, along with Caldas Novas, forms the biggest hydrothermal resort in the world.
On the location there are several options for ecotourism and adventure tourism, among which eco-diving with a cylinder stands out. You will find, also, natural pools and the biggest artificial beach with thermal waters on the planet.
The region receives over 1 million visitors each year, Brazilians and foreigners, who seek the tranquillity and simplicity of a location erected by lovers of nature.
The municipality of Rio Quente, emancipated from Caldas Novas in 1988, has rainfall periods concentrated in March and November.
Address
Esplanada do Rio Quente, Goiás
The distance between Caldas Novas and Rio Quente is of approximately 30 km. Refer to the route on the map.
There is only one bus company that has a line which goes from Caldas Novas to Rio Quente. Refer to the timetables and fares.