Totumo Mud Volcano (El Totumo) Attractions & Things to do

Climb inside the Totumo 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. After floating in the mud, rinse off in the ocean nearby. Massages and photos are available. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included and a typical breakfast is included in tours that depart only in the morning, in the afternoon is including a typical snack, both count with drink, we work for the best experience in town we really care about you so our team will be happy to share this experience with you and will do everything possible to enjoy the time with the group and locals.
Duration: 5 hours.

In this beautiful place you will discover a mud volcano that has the properties of the dead sea, in which you can enter, but you will never be able to touch the bottom, due to the chemical properties of the mud. In addition, the mud has healing properties that help your skin stop the aging process. All this while you and your friends or family have fun discovering and understanding this new experience. We will also visit the Galerazamba salt flats where we will see how a microorganism turns the water pink, but this attraction is temporary and depends on the weather conditions, so it only has a pink color from April to May. (But it will depend on whether it rains or not, since the rain melts the salt crystals and dilutes the pink color). We only take you there in April and may
Duration: 4 to 5 hours.

Travelers should book this tour because they will have the opportunity to visit two exotic and medicinal attractions of the Colombian Caribbean such as the famous totumo volcano, which has gained national and international importance because the mud baths in this volcano are recognized as beneficial for the health of the body because the components of the mud contain salts and minerals that help relax it, exfoliate the skin and, according to many permanent visitors, improve health and cure different ailments. The beautiful attractive Pink Sea which has a great history and its salt flats steal the whole show, since they provide the waters forming the intense pink sea, being a natural phenomenon it has a pink hue depending on the season.
Duration: 5 hours.

It is a different experience from those offered by the City of Cartagena and it is the only Mud Volcano on the Caribbean Coast

They will receive an educational and historical talk from the specialized guide about the creation of the volcano and the benefits of doing a mud therapy, inside the volcano they can also take photos and massages,

At the end of their time there they go to the swamp where they will remove the mud, between the educational talk, the time in the mud and the talk in the swamp.

After this, they will go to an Eco hotel, the tour will last approximately 20 minutes, there they will have a typical Cartagena lunch and they will be able to enjoy the rest of the afternoon making use of the facilities, swimming pools and beach
Duration: 6 to 7 hours.

Discover the ultimate Volcan del Totumo experience with this tour, expertly crafted by Everything Cartagena. We guarantee an exceptional journey by taking you during the least crowded times, ensuring ample time to indulge in the mud bath with no waiting lines. With our English-speaking guide, you'll fully comprehend the intricacies of this natural wonder and be able to ask unlimited questions.

Our English-speaking guide will accompany you every step of the way, unveiling the fascinating details of this mesmerizing attraction. Feel free to delve deeper into the nuances, as our guide will be readily available to answer all your questions, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of the volcanic phenomenon.

Choose our tour to unlock the true essence of Volcan del Totumo, with personalized attention, in-depth knowledge, and the freedom to immerse yourself fully in the experience. Trust Everything Cartagena to make your journey to the mud volcano a truly unforgettable adventure.
Duration: 3 to 4 hours.

The activity includes transportation by car with air conditioning at less crowded times to avoid queuing, however we can also be flexible according to the availability of our clients' schedules.

Important note: We provide this experience in private circles for your safety and comfort. Applies to individual travelers, as a couple or in a group. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Duration: 4 hours.

Embark on a journey unlike any other, where nature and culture intertwine to awaken your senses and rejuvenate your soul. As the pioneers of this unique offering, we proudly present not one, but two extraordinary experiences in a single day, tailored exclusively for you.

At the Mud Volcano and Palenque, you'll transcend ordinary experiences and immerse yourself in the extraordinary. Feel the transformative power of nature as you surrender to the healing embrace of the mud volcano, a sanctuary of rest and relaxation. Indulge in nourishing, organic cuisine that fuels your body and uplifts your spirit, while natural therapies restore balance and vitality from within.

But the true magic lies in the cultural immersion with the direct descendants of our African ancestors. Their stories, traditions, and resilience will ignite a profound connection to your roots, leaving an indelible mark on your heart and soul.

Don't let this opportunity slip away – seize the moment and book now.
Duration: 8 hours.

Totumo volcano and pink sea natural phenomena in the Colombian Caribbean. The pink sea is found In the department of Bolívar is the village of Galerazamba, which is part of the municipality of Santa Catalina. The place has a great history and its salt flats steal the whole show, since they provide the waters forming the intense pink sea, being a natural phenomenon it has a pink hue depending on the season, the season of the pink sea is of December to April. It is currently closed due to the health emergency, that is why we are going to Galerazamba where we will know:
- Catalina India
- The Ethno-industrial Museum
- Viewpoint where you can observe the phenomenon of the pink sea

The Totumo Volcano you can enjoy a different experience, which is medicinal as well as fun!
Duration: 5 hours.

The Totumo Volcano Enjoy a relaxing mud therapy session on the very top of the Totumo volcano, 2,300 meters high, it is full of mud, which its natives call curative mud, due to its therapeutic qualities characterized by the ingredients it contains. contains water, silica, aluminum, magnesium, sulfur, calcium, iron and more minerals... medicinal properties, reducing stress, normalizing blood circulation, discharging negative energy and recharging with positive solar magnetic energy. leaves the skin soft and smooth, due to the refreshing, anti-inflammatory, decongestant power that the earth possesses.
This wonder of nature is located in the rural area of the municipality of Santa Catalina, Bolívar, part of the Colombian Caribbean Region.
Duration: 4 hours.

Travelers should book this tour because they will have the opportunity to visit two exotic and medicinal attractions of the Colombian Caribbean such as the famous totumo volcano, which has gained national and international importance because the mud baths in this volcano are recognized as beneficial for the health of the body because the components of the mud contain salts and minerals that help to relax it, exfoliate the skin and according to many permanent visitors, to improve health and cure different ailments.
and the beautiful attractive Pink Sea which has a great history and its salt flats steal the whole show, since they provide the waters forming the intense pink sea, being a natural phenomenon has a pink hue depending on the season, the pink sea season is from December to April. It is currently closed due to the health emergency, so we are going to Galerazamba where we will know:
- Catalina India
- The Ethno-industrial Museum
- Viewpoint where you can observe the pink sea
Duration: 6 to 7 hours.

Live a unique and unforgettable experience in Cartagena by going to the roots of our ancestor and take a natural bath to cleanse all your energy.
Immerse yourself in the famous mud volcano that contains natural minerals for medicinal purposes.
Duration: 4 hours.

Travelers should book this tour because they will have the opportunity to visit two exotic and medicinal attractions of the Colombian Caribbean such as the famous Totumo Volcano, which has gained national and international importance because the mud baths in this volcano are recognized as beneficial for the health of the body because the components of the mud contain salts and minerals that help relax it, exfoliate the skin and, according to many permanent visitors, improve health and cure different ailments.
And the beautiful attraction Mar Rosa which has a great history and its salt flats steal the whole show, since they provide the waters forming the intense pink sea, being a natural phenomenon it has a pink hue depending on the season.
Duration: 4 to 5 hours.

Pick up at Hotel in Bocagrande, Laguito, Centro, Marbella, Crespo and Morros, Transport by bus with air conditioning, (This site is approximately 45 minutes from Cartagena) Entrance to the Volcano Bath (lodge), Typical lunch Fish, rice with coconut, patacón, salad and juice, Sea bath in La Boquilla beach, Pescadores village.
Duration: 5 to 6 hours.

Our experience starts very early in the morning with the goal of arriving before the big buses, which allows us to spend a good amount of time inside the mud and relax. You will receive a massage with the mud inside the volcano, when you get off the ladies at the lake will help you remove the mud from your body. At the bar, you will have a second freshwater shower with a natural soap. We will drink our personal bottle of mineral water to rest and take photos at the base of the volcano. We return to Cartagena to have lunch at a typical food restaurant in Getsemaní. We work with small groups of up to 10 passengers (unless the group of more than 10 passengers travels together) so we guarantee privacy and comfort. We take care of everything so that you can enjoy this special morning without worries.
Duration: 5 hours.

Travelers should book this tour because they will have the opportunity to visit two exotic and medicinal attractions of the Colombian Caribbean such as the famous totumo volcano, which has gained national and international importance because the mud baths in this volcano are recognized as beneficial for the health of the body because the components of the mud contain salts and minerals that help to relax it, exfoliate the skin to improve health and cure different ailments.
and the beautiful attractive Pink Sea which has a great history and its salt flats steal the whole show, since they provide the waters forming the pink sea, being a natural phenomenon has a pink hue depending on the season, the season of the pink sea is from December to April. It is currently closed due to the health emergency, that is why we are going to Galerazamba where we will know:
- Catalina India
- The Ethno-industrial Museum
- Viewpoint where you can observe the phenomenon of the pink sea
Duration: 5 hours.

They will have the opportunity to visit two exotic and medicinal attractions such as the Totumo Volcano, recognized for its component of mud that contains salts and minerals that help relax and exfoliate the skin and the other attraction is the Pink Sea which has its salt flats. Forming the intense pink sea, being a natural phenomenon, it has a pink hue depending on the SEASON.
Duration: 5 hours.

What makes this tour unique is that apart from visiting the wonderful Totumo volcano, you will have the opportunity to relax in a nice freshwater pool.
Duration: 6 to 7 hours.

if you just want to visit the mud volcano and do not be for a long time in a tour this is the bes option.
Duration: 4 hours.

The Totumo volcano is a natural phenomenon, in which you can enjoy a lodotherapy in the crater of the volcano, the volcano measures 1 meter 200 cm in which you will have a sense of gravity since you do not sink and the mud has medicinal properties good for Skin and hair
Duration: 5 hours.

We enjoy the Volcano, we bathe in mud in a basic mud therapy, a typical lunch of fried fish, rice with coconut, patacones or other alternatives and finally we will visit the beaches of Manzanillo. It is an attractive and popular place for being full of “medicinal mud”, its natives say that it is healing due to its components such as; water, silica, aluminum, magnesium, sulfur, calcium, iron and more minerals. According to residents' testimonies, it leaves a positive appearance on the skin and relieves muscle and joint pain. Being at the Volcano, for approximately 30 minutes, we have included entry and immersion in the attraction between 10 to 15 minutes maximum (due to its components, too much can cause the opposite of its main characteristic) we will continue our tour where we will make a stop at the municipality of Manzanillo del Mar, exactly on its renowned beach. . where we will enjoy lunch according to the options established in the plan and its sea.
Duration: 6 to 7 hours.

For lovers of nature!

Immerse yourself in the mud volcano surrounded by nature and enjoy the properties for your skin and your health (The volcano contains water, silicon, aluminum, magnesium, calcium, iron among others.

We have bilingual guides who will make you live a wonderful experience on the volcano and then we will go to a beach club facing the sea so you can relax and enjoy the pool and the beautiful views.


Duration: 7 to 8 hours.

Let yourself be captivated by the fun of a new experience from the moment you book, our guides will contact you to provide you with personalized advice on the recommendations to take into account when carrying out this activity.
The Totumo volcano has become one of the best excursions to take a few hours from Cartagena, since it has a number of minerals that will benefit your skin; When you immerse yourself in this relaxing mud bath you can connect a little with nature.
Duration: 7 hours.

A short 45-minute drive from Cartagena you’ll discover El Volcán de Lodo El Totumo (The mud volcano of Totumo).
After climbing up the rustic stairs you’ll view down into the volcanic pit full of the dense and smooth volcanic mud that will soon be massaged into your body.
At this point, an experienced attendant will begin to massage the mud into your body for a truly unique and recommended experience.
Following your mud bath, you’ll move down towards the water’s edge of an ocean inlet close by.
Next, you'll enjoy a typical Caribbean Meal and a bit of relaxation before continuing onto the second part of today's tour; a voyage through the Cartagena mangroves by canoe. Here you start your panoramic journey in a comfortable man-made canoe through the canals of the surrounding mangroves with the help of some of the local fishermen.
Duration: 8 hours.

are you a nature lover and are you in cartagena? then visit the totumo volcano with us! mud volcano is an exotic and medicinal paradise of the colombian caribbean, this magical destiny possesses healing powers and therapeutic qualities.
Duration: 3 to 4 hours.

Visiting Totumo Volcano couldn’t be easier than on a guided tour. Transportation logistics are all figured out so you don’t have to plan a thing—just enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off, and breeze through the entrance with included admission so you can spend more time relaxing in the natural mud baths.
*Totumo Volcano mud baths tour from Cartagena.
*Visit a popular Cartagena day trip destination without any hassle.
*Entrance fees included—no surprise expenses.
*All transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off included.
* Visiting the pink sea (Depending on the season)

Duration: 6 to 7 hours.

njoy a very pleasant and relaxing time at the totumo volcano, whose mud has medicinal benefits, you will have the option of receiving a relaxing massage inside the volcano
Duration: 4 hours.

In this modality we will go to the Totumo Volcano in a journey of approximately 1 hour and a half round trip and after spending 20 minutes in the medicinal mud we go to rinse ourselves in the swamp and then enjoy a delicious typical lunch and an afternoon beach in a fantastic hotel, we can enjoy its facilities for approximately 3 hours, our tour will be from 7:30 am to 2:00 pm.

Duration: 7 hours.

The volcano of the Totumo is a volcanic cone full of mud, which is located in the rural area of Santa Catalina, in the Caribbean Region of Colombia, next to the Ciénaga del Totumo and near the border with the Department of the Atlantic
Duration: 6 hours.

Colombia is a breath-taking country, which is just being discovered by tourism and travellers. During this journey, you will experience the beauty of Colombian nature and culture. The itinerary takes you through different climates and landscapes ranging from the green highlands to the warm Caribbean coast. And everything is complemented by authentic encounters with hospitable Colombians. Beside the travel program you will always have the opportunity to take a relaxing break from everyday life in one of the cosy hotels.
Duration: 5 days.

Climb inside the Totumo 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. After floating in the mud, rinse off in the ocean nearby. Massages are included. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included and a typical snack is with a drink.
Duration: 4 hours.

The combination of these experiences will make your day spectacular, you will arrive in the city ready to enjoy Cartagena. That's what you came for, to know and enjoy a lot.
Duration: 5 to 6 hours.

A mud volcano is essentially hot spring water combined with volcanic ash which has been pushed up through the earth creating a mound of thick, warm mud.  Mud baths have existed for thousands of years and the top spas around the world all offer various related treatments. Many people believe the ash mud is full of incredible healing properties. Whether you believe that or not, floating in a pool of thick, warm mud is a fantastic experience and it makes your skin feel great!
Duration: 4 hours.

Everything in Cartagena is not just the Historic Center and the beaches, 45 minutes from the center you find incredible places like nowhere else, a cup volcano where you can jump in the cup, and receive a wonderful exfoliation on your body.
Duration: 4 to 6 hours.

Travelers should book this tour because they will have the opportunity to visit two exotic and medicinal attractions of the Colombian Caribbean such as the famous Totumo Volcano, which has gained national and international importance because the mud baths in this volcano are recognized as beneficial for the health of the body because the components of the mud contain salts and minerals that help relax it, exfoliate the skin and, according to many permanent visitors, improve health and cure different ailments.
And the beautiful attraction Mar Rosa which has a great history and its salt flats steal the whole show, since they provide the waters forming the intense pink sea, being a natural phenomenon it has a pink hue depending on the season.
Duration: 4 to 5 hours.

Enjoy a guided tour of the daily life of Cartagena with a tour of the most popular market square in the city.
Duration: 5 hours.

Book now and don't miss out on this unique experience in Cartagena! Immerse yourself in a mud bath that you cannot stop enjoying. You will discover a unique experience in the volcano, whose mineral mud is said to have therapeutic properties. Get ready to live an extraordinary adventure and hear the history of the volcano directly from the natives! Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience something truly special during your visit to Cartagena. Make your reservation now and get ready to immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience!
Duration: 5 hours.

Start time: 8:30 a.m. End time 3:00 p.m.
DURATION: 6 Hours

Our visit starts at 9:00 am. From the hotel area of Bocagrande in an air-conditioned bus on a journey along the road to the sea until reaching the Totumo Volcano where you will enjoy a mud bath that attracts locals and foreigners due to its medicinal properties thanks to its different mineral substances and then they will receive a bath in the Ciénaga that bears the same name. Following this, totally relaxed, we move to the fishing area of La Boquilla or Manzanillo del Mar where you can enjoy its quiet beaches and enjoy a typical Caribbean lunch.
• INCLUDES: Pick-up and return from the Bocagrande sector, the lake and the big castle or clock tower in an air-conditioned bus, Entrance to the Mud Volcano, Swimming in the Ciénaga, Swimming in the Boquilla Beaches, Typical lunch, Spanish language tour guide.

• NOT INCLUDED: Tips to the natives of the swamp area, additional consumption.

Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes.

Travelers should book this tour because they will have the opportunity to visit two exotic and medicinal attractions of the Colombian Caribbean such as the famous totumo volcano, which has gained national and international importance because the mud baths in this volcano are recognized as beneficial for the health of the body because the components of the mud contain salts and minerals that help to relax it, exfoliate the skin and according to many permanent visitors, to improve health and cure different ailments.
and the beautiful attractive Pink Sea which has a great history and its salt flats steal the whole show, since they provide the waters forming the intense pink sea, being a natural phenomenon it has a pink hue depending on the season.
They will also have the opportunity to relax in a farm with a pool
Duration: 6 hours.

Eco Route ecological experience in the Totumo volcano and Mangroves
Excursion to a volcano with medicinal properties, located approximately 50 minutes from Cartagena, in whose crater you can enjoy a healthy mud bath and then you can bathe in Laguna del Totumo, ending with lunch in Manzanillo del Mar.
It is approximately 45 minutes from Cartagena.
It includes:
- Transportation by air-conditioned bus.
- Entrance to the Volcano (Mud Therapy Bath)
- Typical lunch (rice with coconut, fish, salad, patacón and juice)
- Tour to the Mangroves of La Boquilla, a fishing village.
Does not include: Does not include meals or drinks not specified in the plan, mud removal, handling of cameras and massage in the volcano.

Duration: 6 hours.

Visiting Cartagena and not enjoying a mud bath is something you cannot stop doing, you will enjoy a unique experience in the mud that contains minerals and is said to have therapeutic properties.
You will live a different adventure and you will know a review of the volcano directly from the natives
Duration: 5 hours.

Unique double tour Caribe Adventure Park and visit to the mud volcano. You will get to know the new and largest water park on the Colombian Caribbean coast, the Caribe Aventura park. It has the only wave pool on the coast with more than 1600 meters of area and 8 different types of waves. Artificial beach with sun beds, 5 slides, coconut splash pool, a lazy river, event room, representation of emblematic sites of the coast.
In addition, you will visit the mud volcano. You will enter its crater and bathe in its mud, you will take incredible photos bathed in mud.


Duration: 8 to 10 hours.

In this full-day tour, you will go outside Cartagena to the first stop: El Totumo, the smallest volcano in Colombia. Take a bath in the warm and thick mud that has medicinal benefits and then wash the mud up in a lake near the volcano.

After this first experience, go to Manzanillo beach, to enjoy the rest of the day in the ocean. Dare yourself to try something different with us!

This is a tour for bold travelers who enjoy doing things out of the ordinary.
Duration: 6 to 8 hours.

A short 45-minute drive from Cartagena you’ll discover El Volcán de Lodo El Totumo (The mud volcano of Totumo). With an approximate elevation of just 20 meters (50 steps to the top), this volcano houses a natural pool of mineral-infused volcanic mud, with an amazing relaxing effect and attributed healing powers of the skin.
After climbing up the rustic stairs you’ll view down into the volcanic pit full of dense and smooth volcanic mud that will soon be massaged into your body. You’ll slowly descend into the volcano and enjoy the sensation of gradually covering your body with this therapeutic gift of nature.
At this point, an experienced attendant will begin to massage the mud into your body for a truly unique and recommended experience (optional tip).
Following your mud bath, you’ll move down towards the water’s edge of an ocean inlet close by.
Duration: 4 to 5 hours.

Enjoy a relaxing day and immerse yourself in the Mud Volcano, the volcano has healing properties and is used to cure acne, ulcers, rheumatism, arthritis, fungi and other skin diseases.

You will enjoy a body massage and a refreshing bath in the Totumo swamp.

Then you will visit the Hotel Entre Lomas located by the sea, you can use the chairs, dining room and pool.
Duration: 8 hours.

The Totumo Volcano is a natural attraction that has curative gifts of mud. Through this tour you will live a unique experience.
Duration: 6 hours.