Cartagena Mud Volcano Bath Experience

Day Trip, Group Tour

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Imagine floating effortlessly on the surface of a mud pool in Cartagena, thanks to the incredible Dead Sea-like properties of the mud. And the best part? This mud isn't just fun: it has skin-nourishing, anti-aging properties, too!

Cartagena Mud Volcano Bath Experience

Venture beyond the bustling streets of Cartagena to discover one of Colombia’s most unique natural attractions, the Totumo Mud Volcano. Located in a rural community about 45 minutes outside the city, this small yet fascinating volcanic formation offers an authentic and down-to-earth experience far removed from the luxuries of urban life.

Upon arrival, you’ll climb a simple wooden staircase to the top of the 15-meter-high (50 feet) volcano, where you’ll descend into the thick, mineral-rich mud. The buoyant consistency makes floating effortless, creating a light, weightless sensation that many find both fun and therapeutic. The mud is believed to contain beneficial minerals such as silica, magnesium, and sulfur, which have been traditionally valued for their skin-rejuvenating properties.

As you relax in the warm, dense mud, you’ll have the option to receive a brief massage from local attendants who work at the site for an additional cost of $10 US per person (not included), or have photos taken for an additional cost of $ 5 US (not included). Afterward, a short walk will take you to the nearby lagoon, where you can rinse off before changing into dry clothes. You will have the option to receive assistance in washing the mud from your body if there are areas you're unable to reach. Keep in mind that while the setting is natural and rustic, the hospitality of the local community adds to the charm of this off-the-beaten-path adventure.

Before heading back to Cartagena, take a moment to enjoy a light snack of local specialties, such as arepas or empanadas, accompanied by a refreshing soda or water.

As your journey back to the ship begins, enjoy a brief overview of Cartagena, where you’ll pass by notable landmarks and learn more about the city’s history and culture from your guide. This provides a wonderful way to wrap up your experience, offering a glimpse of Cartagena’s heritage before returning to the port.

This excursion offers an unfiltered glimpse into rural Colombian life while allowing you to partake in a natural phenomenon unlike any other. While the facilities are basic, the experience is unforgettableâ€"an adventure that connects you with the earth in a way that few destinations can offer.

Interests
  • Spa and Fitness Focused
Starting At
 
Tour Type
Group
 
Group Size
Standard
 
Activity Type(s)
Eco, Nature
 
Tour Duration
4 Hours
 
Activity Level
Moderate
 
Tour Leaves From
Cruise Ship Pier
 
Food/Beverage Provided
Enjoy our delicious empanadas, expertly crafted Carimanolas or Arepas, along with your choice of soda or water. Additional beverages available for purchase.
 
Special Instructions
We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and sensible walking shoes or sneakers. Guests should also bring swim suits, towels, and water shoes. Sunglasses and sunscreen are also suggested.
 
Restrictions
This tour is not suitable for pregnant women, guests with limited mobility or children under two years old. This tour is not wheelchair or motorized scooter accessible. Guests must be able to climb at least 30 steps, unassisted.
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About Us
Shore Excursions Group is the market leading and world's largest shore excursion company. Since 2008, we've provided cruise passengers with higher-quality, lower-priced, and smaller group shore excursions from a portfolio of nearly 4,000 tours in over 300 ports. Over the last 16 years, we've delivered more than 4.6M excursions with a 4.7 out of 5 star rating from more than 47k reviews.

Exceptional travel experiences are created by exceptional people. Our incredible team of cruise and travel experts has more than 100 years of combined industry experience, and we work in close collaboration with a network of exceptional tour operator partners dedicated to providing personalized and immersive excursions to cruise passengers in the ports they visit around the world.

Our excursions are higher quality, lower priced, and travel in smaller groups averaging just 12 guests per departure, allowing our guests to truly connect with the local culture and enjoy a more enriching travel experience. Our website provides a personalized shopping experience highlighting the top-rated and most popular excursions in each port of call with authentic photos, videos, and reviews from other guests.

Our proprietary itinerary search technology makes booking easy by displaying the excursions guaranteed to work for your ship's scheduled arrival and departure into each port of call. We also feature hand-curated multi-port packages with the top-rated excursion for each port bundled together at an additional discount.

Our Unique Approach
While the cruise lines and other companies also offer excursions, we are the experts and our experience and approach set us apart. Our exceptional excursions travel in smaller groups and visit more interesting and authentic locations, using more personalized tour guides.

Our team uses a comprehensive approach to select the leading guides and best tour providers around the world. Every excursion is carefully curated and closely monitored through quality control and customer feedback.

In today's fast paced world, vacations are an important way to relax, reconnect with family and friends, and discover new and interesting places - and our portfolio of the highest quality tours was created to provide authentic and rewarding travel experiences on your next trip.

High quality service is very important to travelers and leads to better experiences with higher satisfaction. We encourage you to call us, so our experts can answer your questions and help you select the best excursions for your cruise.

Our Exceptional Tours
Our priority is providing cruise guests with exciting and enriching tours with personalized service and smaller groups.

Our small group tours range from 2-12 people - far less than other tour companies with larger tours up to 50 people. We also offer outstanding private excursions - exclusive experiences for only you and your group with options to fully customize your tour.

Our "Scenic" tours provide up close and personal access to some of the most spectacular natural environments on Earth from majestic glaciers in Alaska to spectacular reefs in the Caribbean.

Our "Cultural" tours allow customers to experience local customs, entertainment and culinary delights ranging from tribal dances in Alaska to an outstanding local meal in Santorini, Greece.

Our "Active" tours offer a multitude of exciting and adventurous ways to experience our destinations. Kayak the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, hike to a spectacular waterfall in Hawaii, or bicycle through quaint villages in France.

Our "City" tours allow travelers to see the highlights of great cities around the world with unique insights provided by our expert tour guides.

Our Guarantee
We stand by our excursions, and we're committed to meeting your expectations. Our team and our guides are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences, which we've achieved consistently over many years and millions of tours. To the extent you are in any way dissatisfied with the experience we deliver, we will work to resolve your concerns - up to and including a full refund of your tour price. For more information visit the Shore Excursions Group website.

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About Shore Excursions Group

About Us
Shore Excursions Group is the market leading and world's largest shore excursion company. Since 2008, we've provided cruise passengers with higher-quality, lower-priced, and smaller group shore excursions from a portfolio of nearly 4,000 tours in over 300 ports. Over the last 16 years, we've delivered more than 4.6M excursions with a 4.7 out of 5 star rating from more than 47k reviews.

Exceptional travel experiences are created by exceptional people. Our incredible team of cruise and travel experts has more than 100 years of combined industry experience, and we work in close collaboration with a network of exceptional tour operator partners dedicated to providing personalized and immersive excursions to cruise passengers in the ports they visit around the world.

Our excursions are higher quality, lower priced, and travel in smaller groups averaging just 12 guests per departure, allowing our guests to truly connect with the local culture and enjoy a more enriching travel experience. Our website provides a personalized shopping experience highlighting the top-rated and most popular excursions in each port of call with authentic photos, videos, and reviews from other guests.

Our proprietary itinerary search technology makes booking easy by displaying the excursions guaranteed to work for your ship's scheduled arrival and departure into each port of call. We also feature hand-curated multi-port packages with the top-rated excursion for each port bundled together at an additional discount.

Our Unique Approach
While the cruise lines and other companies also offer excursions, we are the experts and our experience and approach set us apart. Our exceptional excursions travel in smaller groups and visit more interesting and authentic locations, using more personalized tour guides.

Our team uses a comprehensive approach to select the leading guides and best tour providers around the world. Every excursion is carefully curated and closely monitored through quality control and customer feedback.

In today's fast paced world, vacations are an important way to relax, reconnect with family and friends, and discover new and interesting places - and our portfolio of the highest quality tours was created to provide authentic and rewarding travel experiences on your next trip.

High quality service is very important to travelers and leads to better experiences with higher satisfaction. We encourage you to call us, so our experts can answer your questions and help you select the best excursions for your cruise.

Our Exceptional Tours
Our priority is providing cruise guests with exciting and enriching tours with personalized service and smaller groups.

Our small group tours range from 2-12 people - far less than other tour companies with larger tours up to 50 people. We also offer outstanding private excursions - exclusive experiences for only you and your group with options to fully customize your tour.

Our "Scenic" tours provide up close and personal access to some of the most spectacular natural environments on Earth from majestic glaciers in Alaska to spectacular reefs in the Caribbean.

Our "Cultural" tours allow customers to experience local customs, entertainment and culinary delights ranging from tribal dances in Alaska to an outstanding local meal in Santorini, Greece.

Our "Active" tours offer a multitude of exciting and adventurous ways to experience our destinations. Kayak the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, hike to a spectacular waterfall in Hawaii, or bicycle through quaint villages in France.

Our "City" tours allow travelers to see the highlights of great cities around the world with unique insights provided by our expert tour guides.

Our Guarantee
We stand by our excursions, and we're committed to meeting your expectations. Our team and our guides are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences, which we've achieved consistently over many years and millions of tours. To the extent you are in any way dissatisfied with the experience we deliver, we will work to resolve your concerns - up to and including a full refund of your tour price. For more information visit the Shore Excursions Group website.

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Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.