Natural hot springs

Treat and nourish your skin with the therapeutic healing agents in mineral water. Victoria is home to several wellness centres where naturally heated water from inactive volcanoes is drawn from below the earth's surface into outdoor bathing pools. These geothermal springs provide a relaxing experience that will leave you refreshed and rejuvenated.

Alba Thermal Springs

Alba Thermal Springs is a world-class wellness sanctuary located on the Mornington Peninsula near Rye. Reinvigorate yourself as you enjoy warm mineral waters in over 30 geothermal pools, nestled within beautiful landscaped gardens that feature indigenous flora. Massages, clay wraps, meditation and other treatments are available in the spa centre. Located on-site is the restaurant Thyme which showcases local seasonal produce with a menu of fresh and healthy dishes.

Location: Rye

www.albathermalsprings.com.au

Deep Blue Hot Springs

An indulgent geothermal bathing sanctuary supplied with therapeutic mineral waters from a depth of 850 metres below ground. Immerse yourself in the open-air rock pools, cleansing waterfalls and sensory caves. The water temperature naturally ranges from 35 to 42 degrees, relaxing muscles and improving circulation. Between bathing sessions you can graze at Nourish Dome which serves food and refreshments inspired by the medicinal properties of the earth.

Location: Warrnambool

www.thedeepblue.com.au

Metung Hot Springs

Overlooking the Gippsland Lakes, Metung Hot Springs is a wellness experience where you can indulge in warm bathing or spa treatments. The outdoor pools are filled with mineral rich geothermal water which is drawn from a well 500 metres beneath the earth's surface, detoxifying the body and rejuvenating the spirit. The bathing valley offers social bathing with several pools while the hilltop escarpment offers a more tranquil experience with individual bathing barrels and sweeping views of the coast. There are also cold plunges, geothermal showers, a reflexology walk, relaxation lounges, nature trails to explore and an on-site cafe.

Location: Metung

www.metunghotsprings.com

Peninsula Hot Springs

Modelled on leading spa centres from around the world, Peninsula Hot Springs allows visitors to experience the therapeutic benefits of hot spring bathing and relaxation culture thanks to naturally heated underground mineral waters. Located on the Mornington Peninsula between the bay and ocean beaches of Rye, there are many geothermal bathing pools, private bathing pools, steam baths, massaging mineral showers and saunas. A cafe, which overlooks the lake, offers fresh cuisine crafted from healthy local produce, while the fully licensed dining room serves chef prepared food. Also available are professional spa treatment services and overnight glamping accommodation. The whole complex is set within 17 hectares of relaxing gardens, grasslands, woodlands and wetlands.

Location: Rye

www.peninsulahotsprings.com