Volcan del Totumo: Mud Bath Experience

Embark on a VIP private mud volcano tour with an English/Spanish speaking guide. Avoid the crowds, indulge in the mud bath, and gain in-depth knowledge of this natural wonder.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Volcan de Lodo El Totumo - Embark on an exclusive guided tour to Volcan del Totumo, thoughtfully designed to provide an unparalleled experience. With careful timing, we ensure a serene atmosphere, allowing you to fully immerse in the magic of this enchanting place. Enjoy the luxury of private transportation and the expertise of an English-speaking…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Choice of beverage (beer, fresh coconut water, soda, bottled water)
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Gratuities for all of the staff at the Mud Volcano
What's Not Included
  • Gratuity for your driver/translator (optional)
Additional Information

Experience the best of Volcán del Totumo with Everything Cartagena. The mud, rich in minerals, is renowned for its ability to soothe skin and joints, and its unique buoyancy allows for effortless floating.
Unlike other providers who visit during peak hours and rush guests, Everything Cartagena schedules visits during less crowded times. In fact, 90% of…

Location
Volcan de Lodo El Totumo
Via al Volcan del Totumo,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Mindy_a
Jan 12, 2026
Experience Local Culture at Cartagena's Unique Mud Volcano - This was a very unique experience. We enjoyed it but I think it is important to understand what you are getting into. We opted to go very early (6am) at the recommendation of the tour organizer. This was great advice since we really did have a private experience. I honestly think it would have been significantly less enjoyable if we had to deal with crowds or a large group in the mud at once. The climb to the top was quite manageable and their were locals their to help us with everything from getting in the volcano to bathing in the river afterwards. They even massage you while in the mud. It was great that this tour handles tips (the driver takes care of it) but we brought some extra tip money (a little bit goes a long way and is very appreciated). The mud itself was different than anything we have ever experienced. It is hard to describe so I will leave it at this.... If you are at all curious, definitely do not miss this experience. If you can afford a little extra to do it privately, do it. Go with an open mind. I can 100% recommend this tour company because everything was handled seamlessly, communication was great and we knew what to expect in advance.
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Renata_k
Jan 5, 2026
Interesting and fun - Our driver really took care of us during our visit. The day before we received explicit and helpful instructions. Highly recommend this experience!
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Jasmine_a
Nov 27, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Unforgettable Experience at the Mud Volcano! - This tour was absolutely incredible from start to finish! Our guide, Omar, was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience feel fun and seamless. The ride from Cartagena was comfortable, and Omar shared great background information about the region and the history of the mud volcano along the way. The volcano itself was such a unique and surreal experience—floating effortlessly in warm, silky mud is something I will never forget! The local helpers made everything easy, and the entire atmosphere was relaxed and enjoyable. After rinsing off in the nearby lagoon, we were treated to delicious fresh coconut juice, which was the perfect refreshing touch. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Cartagena. It’s unlike anything I’ve ever done before and absolutely worth it. If you want a memorable, fun, and well-organized adventure, ask for Omar—he made the day unforgettable!
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Karen_j
Nov 14, 2025
We had a great... - We had a great experience!! We appreciated how the tour organizer communicated all the details and what to expect. Our driver to and from was also wonderful. Everything was executed beautifully and I highly recommend it
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Chaquan_w
Nov 9, 2025
Fun times in the mud! - What an amazing adventure! We got there first thing in the morning, and that was the best choice ever, as my group of 9 had the whole place to ourselves. This was perfect because the actual mud area is quite small with a bunch of strangers after probably waiting a long time if you go later. Thus, go early, enjoy the feeling, and tip everyone! Shoutout to our driver who navigated some nonsense on the way and back on the road. All in all, it was great, and this specific tour option fit our group perfectly. Also, it was a nice touch to chat with the CEO via WhatsApp, and he was very responsive when we had a minor misunderstanding.
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Brittany_g
Oct 5, 2025
Very interesting experience - You have to walk up quite a bit of stairs to get up to the volcano. You also do get naked after in the ocean so they can clean your shoes and swimsuits throughly. I had so much fun and I would do this tour again.
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Art_p
Sep 2, 2025
On time. - just as... - On time. - just as described, good communication - air conditioned car out and back - would do again
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Jacqueline_g
Aug 27, 2025
Great Experience. - Omar was super attentive and helpful. He and the team ensured we had all the information we needed to have a great time.
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Carla_m
Aug 15, 2025
Once in a lifetime mud volcano experience! - It is a once in lifetime experience. It is best to choose to be picked up at 6:30am. This allows you to have more of a VIP experience where you can take your time and have the place practically to yourself. It was just me and my adult daughter and another couple the entire time we were there. You get immersed in a “pool” of mud that is so refreshing and soothing. They give you a full body massage. Even though they are men that massage you, they are very respectful. You have to think of it as a mud mask for your whole body and once you get down from the stairs go straight into floating mode. That helps to soothe you into the experience much easier. They take pics for you with your phone so that you can enjoy the experience. Then you walk down the stairs all full of mud and walk over to an actual lagoon and the women there help wash off all of the mud. You go in deeper take off your bathing suit and they help wash off the mud from your suit and body and hair. Then you dry yourself and can change in their small rustic bathroom. They offer you a cold beverage of your choice. In the cost of the trip the driver picks you up and brings you back. It’s approximately a 50min drive to the mud volcano. It’s a great drive. Our driver Omar was amazing. Also included are the tips for the workers at the volcano. They will send you a recording ahead of time explaining that. You can tip more of course if you’d like.
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Chanel_s
Aug 22, 2025
Mud Volcano, great experience - The day started off a little late our driver picked us up at 640am which was fine. Our driver, Omar let us know it will be an hour drive, he was very informative and explained what was expected during this experience. Once we got out the car we went straight into the volcano. Now the walk up them steps was a real workout, I wore water-shoes because I didnt want to slip on the mud even tho it was already dry. We couldn’t go into the mud with our shoes (which sucked) because once it was time to get out it was very slippery and hard to climb out of. The massage was a little intense for me and I say that because I left there and that same night I was in pain, my shoulders were very tender to touch and they swoll up. The person that massaged me dug too deep into my shoulders, I had to rub Bengay and Icyhot all over to ease the pain but even doing that hurt. After 2 days, the swelling went down, I could wear clothing without wincing in pain. Overall, it was a great experience, the photographer took some great pics, capturing memorable moments.
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From $77
up to 15 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).