You won’t believe you can soak in hot springs like this—the world’s only volcanic hot spring pools carved into a mountain cliff in Mexico

▲Tolantongo Hot Springs in Mexico’s valley. (Photo /Grutas Tolantongo Facebook)

By Rita

When listing hot spring experiences, most people probably have their favorite spots. But the Tolantongo Hot Springs in Mexico’s valley? You simply can’t imagine such a hot spring exists in the world. Its uniqueness has many people exclaiming it’s straight out of a fairy tale.

According to travel website T+L, these hot springs located in Mexico’s Mezquital Valley are so stunning they put many hot spring resorts to shame. The Mezquital Valley is about a four-hour drive northeast of Mexico City.

▲The Tolantongo Hot Springs shimmer in an aquamarine hue. (Photo /grutastolantongo)


▲Tolantongo Hot Springs in Mexico’s valley. (Photo /Grutas Tolantongo Facebook)

The hot spring pools are built into a salt mountain cliff, forming a series of interconnected pools. The crystal-clear turquoise water comes from natural volcanic springs, allowing you to soak while enjoying the valley scenery. It’s also great for family trips, with dedicated pools that are child-friendly.

Mexico’s natural beauty is world-renowned, and visitors can also join tours of nearby caves and tunnels.