Cartagena's Mud Volcano: Float in Healing Earth!
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Climb inside Mud Volcano, in an amazing activity near to Cartagena in one of the world's smallest volcanos and enjoy a relaxing soak in the warm mud inside. Some locals say the mineral infused mud has healing properties and skin benefits which make you look and feel younger. After mud immerse with the help of a kind local who will rinse off the mud, it's optional but we recommend it because the mud remains can be uncomfortable. Get a delicious local snack than you can choose: arepa de huevo, empanada or carimañola and a soda. For this experience you'll be accompanied by a bilingual tour guide, that give you a interesting speech about volcano making your experience unforgettable throughout the journey. Massages, photos or mud-cleanse have an additional price around $2 USD. All native or local people make a living from MUD VOLCANO. We invite you for be part of the growth of a community and support a sustainable tourism. *Please notice this tour is NOT a fancy and luxury experience.*
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kamar_J, 10/18/2025 2:19:38 PM
This experience is really awesome!!! You will feel the difference when you enter and exit the volcano!!…… out your guide Franklin was the best along with the driver!!!
635harshils, 10/17/2025 2:09:28 PM
Our guide Milton was really good. There was some protest on the road and he somehow arranged getting to location via alternate route. We got whole mud bath to ourself. Felt like we had booked it for personal use, no one else other than ourselves. Highly recommended.
sohamj82, 10/17/2025 2:08:29 PM
Milton was good. The cost could have been better. Overall good experience. Thanks to Milton. The drive is long so do carry water and small snacks.
aliciahoperosa, 10/16/2025 12:39:58 PM
Jose was helpful and friendly and prompt. Everything was explained well. Jesus drove us safely back and forth. The mud experience in my opinion was so-so. But you need to experience it yourself. Come with an open mind.
X4109AZjeremys, 10/16/2025 12:36:00 PM
Jose and Jesus were great and professional. The mud volcano was fun and interesting. Jose especially helped save us from the hounding of the merchants and tip seekers, even when we owed the tips, he helped us conduct it in a more comfortable situation.
Samara_K, 10/15/2025 9:58:30 PM
I went solo on this tour and felt comfortable the entire time thanks to Jesus (driver) and Nicher (tour guide). The drive was long, but Nicher’s music selection made it feel more like a fun carpool karaoke session 🎶🤣. One of my concerns before the trip was the tipping situation, especially after reading reviews about aggressive expectations. Thankfully, Nicher clearly explained the tour in its entirety, including the ride, the expectations, the tipping process and even collected and distributed the tips himself, which made things smooth and respectful. The mud bath experience itself was... unique 😅. The texture felt like pancake mix and the smell wasn’t the most pleasant, but it was definitely memorable and awesome for your skin. I recommend going early to avoid the crowds. Overall, it was a fun and unique experience that I genuinely enjoyed ❤️.
Mobile55448545901, 10/13/2025 12:39:07 PM
This was an activity picked by my 16 year old daughter . Transportation picked us up on time, driver Jesus and Josè. Friendly service from beginning to end. They both made sure our experience was amazing. The mud Volcano was different yet amazing. We had a GREAT time!!! THANK YOU Josè
583vanisej, 10/11/2025 1:20:46 PM
Our time was awesome! Franklin did an amazing job with guiding us through from start to finish! I will definitely come back again!
539juanap, 10/10/2025 6:05:29 PM
This excursion far exceeded our expectations. We truly enjoyed our mud experience. It was fun and exciting. Our tour guides Miguel and Jesus were Professional, cordial friendly, flexible and very resourceful. They took very good care of us. We would highly recommend them for your next excursion!
valbT6481EJ, 10/9/2025 5:45:24 PM
José and Jesús were great. Super kind and helpful. We enjoyed the experience and would recommend it. Definitely bring cash to tip.
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Swimsuit required inside mud volcano
- Each traveler is allowed a maximum of (1) suitcase or carry-on bag. Do NOT allowed oversized or excessive luggage.
- Valuables Security: Upon arrival at the volcano, please keep your valuables secure. We make the vehicle we travel in available as a safe space where all guests can leave their belongings. The vehicle will serve as your secure location.
- Tipping and Local Community: The native community of this village relies solely on the commercial activity of the volcano. It is common for local residents to offer assistance with items you carry and subsequently ask for a tip. Tipping should be voluntary and at your discretion. To simplify the process and avoid solicitations, we highly recommend ascending the volcano without any personal items—just go in the clothes you intend to enter the mud with.
- Massage and Exfoliation: Once inside the volcano, there are local individuals who offer massages. Please make it very clear if you do or do not want this massage and exfoliation service.
- Cleaning Service: When exiting the volcano, a group of local women will offer to clean the mud off your body in a natural lake. If you do not wish to use this service, you are also welcome to clean yourself on your own.
- Extra Costs: Please note that any assistance you receive, regardless of whether it is offered by the guide or not, will incur an extra cost.
Departure point
Travelers stayed at Walled City or Getsemani will be pick-up in the meeting point: Los Pegasos dock.Return details
Climb inside Mud Volcano, in an amazing activity near to Cartagena in one of the world's smallest volcanos and enjoy a relaxing soak in the warm mud inside. Some locals say the mineral infused mud has healing properties and skin benefits which make you look and feel younger. After mud immerse with the help of a kind local who will rinse off the mud, it's optional but we recommend it because the mud remains can be uncomfortable. Get a delicious local snack than you can choose: arepa de huevo, empanada or carimañola and a soda. For this experience you'll be accompanied by a bilingual tour guide, that give you a interesting speech about volcano making your experience unforgettable throughout the journey. Massages, photos or mud-cleanse have an additional price around $2 USD. All native or local people make a living from MUD VOLCANO. We invite you for be part of the growth of a community and support a sustainable tourism. *Please notice this tour is NOT a fancy and luxury experience.*Redemption
• Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable • Dress code is smart casual Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund