The Gobustan and Mud Volcanoes tour transports you back to ancient Azerbaijan. Discover the origins of history and meet the region’s earliest inhabitants.
The Gobustan and Mud Volcanoes tour transports you back to ancient Azerbaijan. Discover the origins of history and meet the region’s earliest inhabitants.
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Gobustan Rock Art - The Gobustan & Mud Volcanoes tour typically begins at 9:30 AM with guest pick-up from their location in Baku.
The interactive museum.
Here, you can explore numerous petroglyphs, the natural environment of Gobustan, its population, cultural evolution, and archaeological expeditions in the area. With touch screens and special 3D…
- Gobustan Rock Art - The Gobustan & Mud Volcanoes tour typically begins at 9:30 AM with guest pick-up from their location in Baku.
The interactive museum.
Here, you can explore numerous petroglyphs, the natural environment of Gobustan, its population, cultural evolution, and archaeological expeditions in the area. With touch screens and special 3D panoramas, the museum offers a glimpse into life 5,000-20,000 years ago. The museum’s rooms house a diverse collection of historical exhibits dating from around the 4th to 2nd millennium BC.
The open-air museum.
Next, our guide will lead you to the Gobustan rocks, where you can witness over 6,000 rock drawings and caves firsthand. Petroglyphs from various eras, discovered by scientists in the 1930s, provide insights into ancient people’s worldviews, customs, and traditions.
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Mud Volcanoes - Mud Volcanoes.
Mud volcanoes emerged in what is now Azerbaijan 25 million years ago. Today, Azerbaijan has the highest number of mud volcanoes globally, with 350 out of the world’s 800 located here. The eruptions supply raw materials for the chemical and construction industries, as well as pharmacology. Additionally, volcanic clay and mud are currently used to treat nervous system, skin, and rheumatic diseases. Our guide will take you to active mud volcanoes, allowing you to climb and view the craters up close.
At the end of the tour, you will be dropped off at your location in Baku.
- Accredited tour guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Accredited tour guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Ticket fees (USD 15)
- Lunch
- Ticket fees (USD 15)
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.