The 10 Mud Volcano Tours from Cartagena That Earn Their Price

1.Half-Day Tour to Totumo Mud Volcano from Cartagena

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,455 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $65Our pick

Review of Cartagena’s Totumo Mud Volcano tour, with hotel pickup, floating mud baths, local services, practical tips, costs, and safety advice.

“I would say no words - haha but here goes. First , the bus was15 minutes late and we waited in the heat. Next, our bus was over booked so 4 people had to go in someone’s car. We never saw them again. The bus was filthy, with barely any air. We had to stop for gas on the way out and stop for air in tires on way back. Bottom step of the bus was plywood! The bath (singular) is high up an uneven and steep set of stairs with rickety railings made of old pieces of wood with nails showing. The mangrove you rinse in is warm, but…”

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2.Totumo Mud Volcano Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 675 reviews · 4 hours · from $55

Soak in Totumo’s warm mineral mud, float effortlessly, enjoy local snacks, and explore a unique half-day outing from Cartagena.

“Very organized. We left valuables and money in the large van. This allowed us to dish out the tip(s) upon departure. So much more convenient this way. The mud is weightless and you can’t reach the bottom, but it’s impossible to sink below your chest.”

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3.Full-Day Mud Volcano from Cartagena

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 354 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $48

Review of Cartagena’s El Totumo mud volcano tour, with practical advice on transport, tipping, changing, crowding, and overall value.

“I booked this tour because the activities included Mud Volcano, Pink sea and Indigena's town. However upon pick up we were advise there would only be Mud Volcano. We asked why isnt the pink sea or the nearby indigena town available. They said the season for the pink sea has passed. Okay understandable that we cannot control nature, but a town is always there. Despite the false advertisement, the tour guide Charlie was very nice. I couldnt stay mad at him, because he was just trying to do this job. Whoever that was managing the tour company should be ashamed of herself for misleading people to thinking they are partaking…”

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4.Route Totumo Volcano + Galerazamba + Beach Club

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 233 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $57

Review of Cartagena’s Totumo mud volcano, Galerazamba salt flats, lunch, and beach club, with honest advice on transport, tipping, and value.

“My experience of lodotherapy at the Totumo Volcano was both relaxing and unique. Being covered in the warm volcanic mud was a fun and calming experience, and I learned about its supposed health and skin benefits. After rinsing off in the nearby lake, I felt refreshed and rejuvenated. The visit to Galerazamba was equally memorable, especially seeing the beautiful pink salt flats, which were breathtaking and unlike anything I had seen before. Overall, the trip was enjoyable, educational, and truly unforgettable.”

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5.Tour to the Mud Volcano in Cartagena with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 164 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $55

Cartagena’s El Totumo mud bath pairs a surreal float, local services, beach-club lunch, and practical tips for a smoother day.

“Absolutely loved my time. The guides were caring, fun, and attentive. Would definitely book with them again. The guava candy at the end also a sweet finishing touch.”

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6.Mud Volcano Tour with Lunch, Pool, and Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 121 reviews · 7 hours · from $50

Float in Totumo’s volcanic mud, then enjoy lunch, pools, and beach time on this practical Cartagena day tour.

“Vanessa the tour guide was 10/10. We had an amazing time with Volcano mud, private beach and the food was delicious. Everyone was very friendly & helpful. I definitely recommends this experience to everyone when you’re in Cartagena! A good value for money Jazz and Tez UK”

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7.Totumo Mud Volcano with Bilingual Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 101 reviews · 3 - 6 hours · from $17Best value

Soak in Totumo’s mineral-rich mud, enjoy a Cartagena lunch, and relax at a beach resort with bilingual guides and hotel pickup.

“I wasn’t able to go. But the guides waited for me called me several times and my hotel to see if I was lost. That says a lot. I’d recommend. I was drained and just didn’t want to do a long day again.”

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8.Mud Volcano and Pink Sea with Lunch Included

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 87 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $46

Review of Cartagena’s Mud Volcano and Pink Sea tour, with salt flats, mud bath, beach lunch, transport, tips, and honest value advice.

“Half of this excursion needs more work. The tour of Galerazamba museum is mediocre at best. The pink sea isnt pink anymore because of global warming so it wasnt much of a thrill. The mud volcano is AMAZING. Stairs are steep but the mud at the top was weirdly relaxing and a fun time. Please bring tip money and break it down because the vendors dont get any funds if you dont hand it directly to them.”

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9.Totumo Volcano and Mar Rosa Tour in Cartagena with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 83 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $60

Review of Cartagena’s Totumo mud volcano, Galerazamba pink salt flats, beach stop, lunch, transport, costs, and practical tips.

“MUDDY HELL! What an experience! Nothing quite like it on the Earth! The pink salt flats werent so pink due to weather but overall a great experience!”

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10.Mud Volcano and Palenque Cultural Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $225Top rated

Review of Cartagena’s Mud Volcano and Palenque tour, with early mud bathing, local food, music, history, costs, tips, and practical advice.

“I would give this 10 stars if I could. Miguel had the absolute best itinerary to make sure we experienced the mud volcano without the crowds. He explained everything very thoroughly. As we went through Palenque, it was clear that he was loved and respected by everyone in the community. I also appreciate that he encouraged us to support the local economy. Every stop felt special as we sampled, traditional medicine, food, music, and dance. This is a really special place and it deserves to be seen with a guide as fantastic as Miguel.”

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