Half-Day Totumo Mud Volcano Tour from Cartagena
by BackPackers
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$130Overview
This half-day tour takes visitors from Cartagena to Volcan de Lodo El Totumo, a small mud volcano located near the city. The total duration is about four hours, including pickup and drop-off at the traveler’s accommodation by air-conditioned vehicle. A bilingual guide accompanies the group and provides information about the volcano during the trip. Upon arrival, visitors spend up to two hours at the volcano. They can climb into the crater and float in the warm, mineral-rich mud, which is naturally buoyant. Some locals believe the mud has skin and health benefits. After the mud bath, a local helper can rinse off the mud in a nearby natural lake; this rinse service is optional but recommended because leftover mud can be uncomfortable. Visitors receive a local snack, which may be an arepa de huevo, empanada, or carimañola, along with a soda. Additional services such as massages or photo opportunities are available from local vendors for an extra fee. The tour is a simple, community-supported visit rather than a luxury experience. Swimsuits are required for the mud bath. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Travelers should keep valuables secure in the vehicle, which serves as a safe place during the visit. It is advised to bring only what is necessary when climbing the volcano, as local helpers may offer assistance and request voluntary tips. Any additional help or services offered by locals or guides have extra costs.
Highlights
What's included
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Itinerary
Volcan de Lodo El Totumo
Visitors spend about two hours at the mud volcano. They enter the crater to float in warm volcanic mud, which naturally supports the body’s weight. The mud is said to contain minerals that refresh the skin. Optional massages and exfoliation by local providers cost around $2 USD. After the mud bath, a local helper rinses off the mud for an additional $2 USD, which is recommended because mud residue can cause discomfort. The experience is straightforward and focused on relaxation, without luxury features.
120 min
Meeting point
Travelers stayed at Walled City or Getsemani will be pick-up in the meeting point: Los Pegasos dock.
End point
Travelers stayed at Walled City or Getsemani will be pick-up in the meeting point: Los Pegasos dock.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Half-Day Totumo Mud Volcano Tour from Cartagena
by BackPackers
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$130Overview
This half-day tour takes visitors from Cartagena to Volcan de Lodo El Totumo, a small mud volcano located near the city. The total duration is about four hours, including pickup and drop-off at the traveler’s accommodation by air-conditioned vehicle. A bilingual guide accompanies the group and provides information about the volcano during the trip. Upon arrival, visitors spend up to two hours at the volcano. They can climb into the crater and float in the warm, mineral-rich mud, which is naturally buoyant. Some locals believe the mud has skin and health benefits. After the mud bath, a local helper can rinse off the mud in a nearby natural lake; this rinse service is optional but recommended because leftover mud can be uncomfortable. Visitors receive a local snack, which may be an arepa de huevo, empanada, or carimañola, along with a soda. Additional services such as massages or photo opportunities are available from local vendors for an extra fee. The tour is a simple, community-supported visit rather than a luxury experience. Swimsuits are required for the mud bath. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Travelers should keep valuables secure in the vehicle, which serves as a safe place during the visit. It is advised to bring only what is necessary when climbing the volcano, as local helpers may offer assistance and request voluntary tips. Any additional help or services offered by locals or guides have extra costs.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Volcan de Lodo El Totumo
Visitors spend about two hours at the mud volcano. They enter the crater to float in warm volcanic mud, which naturally supports the body’s weight. The mud is said to contain minerals that refresh the skin. Optional massages and exfoliation by local providers cost around $2 USD. After the mud bath, a local helper rinses off the mud for an additional $2 USD, which is recommended because mud residue can cause discomfort. The experience is straightforward and focused on relaxation, without luxury features.
120 min
Meeting point
Travelers stayed at Walled City or Getsemani will be pick-up in the meeting point: Los Pegasos dock.
End point
Travelers stayed at Walled City or Getsemani will be pick-up in the meeting point: Los Pegasos dock.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.