The tour to the Lodo del Totumo Volcano is a short but very fun and different experience: you travel from Cartagena to a small mud volcano, climb up a staircase and get into a crater full of warm mud where you float without sinking, you are massaged with the same mud and completely covered while laughing and taking photos; then you go down to a nearby lagoon to have the mud removed with fresh water, you come out relaxed, with soft skin and a very good story to tell
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Next available
Mon, Oct 5
Adult (ages 18–55)
$50
Senior (ages 56–80)
$50
Youth (ages 12–17)
$50
Child (ages 5–11)
$50
Infant (ages 2–4)
Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 4.
Tour Options
Totumo Volcano
Pickup included
Itinerary
Galerazamba
Pass by
The private tour to Galerazamba, takes us to know the way to the sea, passing through a viaduct over the mangrove swamp in the area of the mouth, then for 40 minutes we will pass through some small towns near Cartagena where we can appreciate a green landscape that in some Places mixes with the coastal area and you can see the vastness of the Caribbean Sea.
Then we arrive at Galerazamba, the ancient tribe of the chief Zamba where natives await us who will take us to a sector of salt flats where you can see the Red Sea or Pink Sea
What's included
Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
One bottle of cold water per passenger
Air-conditioned vehicle
Parking Fees
Not included
Alcoholic Beverages
Native guide
Gratuities
Ticket
Massages inside the Volcano
Pickup Locations & Times
In the buildings of the city of Cartagena, North Zone, Bocagrande, Castillogrande etc
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.6
15 reviews
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How it compares in Cartagena
Starting price $50 is 21% below the typical $63 for tours of similar length in Cartagena
Excurgo comparison of 1,341 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Totumo Volcano take?
Totumo Volcano lasts about 2–4 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Totumo Volcano cost?
Prices start at $50 per person for this Cartagena experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Totumo Volcano run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
How much does Totumo Volcano cost for children?
Children aged 5–11 pay from $50, adults from $50. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Totumo Volcano for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. In the buildings of the city of Cartagena, North Zone, Bocagrande, Castillogrande etc Pickup points include Intercontinental Cartagena De Indias By IHG.
What languages is Totumo Volcano offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 4 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Totumo Volcano worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.6 out of 5 across 15 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by VIP Service Taxi.
Reviews(15)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Carmella_G
August 6, 2024 · via Viator
Cancelled without notice
We received a cancellation notice the evening before and were told we could rebook or wait 7-10 days for a refund.
Operator response
We as the tour operator did the right thing we canceled the reservation so as not to give her a bad service, it is not possible for us to take her to see the pink sea if for reasons of bad weather a lot of rain in the area, the pink color that is the most important thing had been lost, it is not fair that they pay for something that does not have its most important attraction that is the pink color do not have it, so to be honest you give us a bad rating it seems unfair to me. The refund of your money does not depend on us, it is a procedure that is in charge of VIATOR
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Anarthesia_S
July 25, 2023 · via Viator
Pink photo Ops
The Pink Sea tour was a good experience. Carlos was our driver and he was Great, he didn't speak much English but he made good efforts at communicating with us. Our ride was pleasant and safe. This tour was beautiful and amazing to see the pink hue of the sea as well as briefly feel the sea water on our skin. However the guide speaks no English and the only way to translate was via Google with spotty wifi but she did her best. We had a private car but no wifi as listed. FYI: We received our bottle water, you pay to use the bathroom and to enter the pink sea on top of tour price. The time to travel is included with the 4 hrs total. You really only spend 45 mins or so at the pink sea as there is not much to do However the sea speaks for itself and I would still recommend this tour.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Thank you very much for taking the time to give us your opinion, this helps us to improve , we must adjust some details so that the driver effectively speaks English ,and can communicate with you ,we will take it into account to improve , I hope you enjoyed the pink color in the Sea.
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Suzanne_K
April 2, 2023 · via Viator
Never Showed Up--Never Called--AWFUL GROUP
I cannot say enough BAD THINGS about this group. We booked and paid for it well in advance. This tour was supposed to be our 1st activity on our 1st full day. No one showed up or bothered to call. A nice English-speaking tour driver outside our hotel heard us discussing the situation with the doorman. He asked if he could call the company directly which he did. The person that answered the phone and the driver himself seemed to know nothing about it--nor did the apologize in any way. STAY CLEAR OF THIS GROUP AND THIS TOUR. Since this was our initial Cartagena experience, it could easily have ruined our entire trip. Thank heavens for the English-speaking tour driver who helped us out. Because of his kindness to us we hired him for the rest of our unbooked time and dinners. He truly made our week! So good can come out of bad--but no thanks to this awful tour group!!!!!!!!!!
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Unfortunately we could not take you to the sea that day , because we had confirmed with the area and did not have the pink color to take you ,if we had gone with you we would not be giving you a good service , what we did was to cancel the reservation and refund 100% of your money , for this reason I do not understand your annoyance due to the fact that we were very sincere with you not to deceive you and take you to the area and , show you a sea that was not pink which is what you wanted to see , you should thank the honesty of the company to return your money , in the message we sent you we previously explained the situation the day before and apologized to you , of course we apologize for not taking you to the area and for not taking you there.
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Sehwong
December 18, 2022 · via Viator
A great substitute tour
The morning of the tour, Luis emailed us to inform us that because of recent rains, the pink sea would not live up to its advertised charm, so rather than take us on a disappointing adventure, he offered to refund our money or to take us on a private tour of Cartagena. We opted for the private tour and he took us to all the usual sites, but also to Getsemani, a wonderful artist enclave that had spectacular murals on all the buildings and neat art cooperative shops throughout.
He tailored the day to our wants and needs, and it was perfect.
We appreciated Luis’s willingness to refund the scheduled tour rather than take us on a long, disappointing journey. Although we did not get to see the Pink Sea, we felt we were given a good alternative.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Thank you very much for taking the time to give us this excellent opinion, as I told you, you have one more friend in Cartagena, I hope to see you soon so that your stay is longer and you can enjoy this beautiful city more
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Susn_K
September 8, 2022 · via Viator
Cancelled for a good reason
The tour operator canceled the trip due to bad weather. I appreciate that it was cancelled instead of us having a miserable time in pouring rain. I am waiting for my refund! The tour operator assured me that it would be done soon. 🤞
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Good morning, yes indeed, in order not to provide you with a bad service and due to the bad weather in the area, we decided to cancel the Tour to the Pink Sea, we hope that your refund will arrive soon, the procedure for this has already begun
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Destination740048
August 19, 2021 · via Tripadvisor
Airport transport, Pink Sea, and MORE
My husband and I started with the airport transfer but then it was so easy to work with Luis over WhatsApp that we opted for the pink sea as well. As non Spanish speakers he was attentive, on time snd willing to provide any help snd suggestions we might need or come up with. He really went above and beyond any standard taxi service or standard tour service with his willingness to help and explain and make sure we felt safe the whole time.
Going to Colombia for the first time there are a lot of “rumors” about service abs expectations, but Luis really seems to understand and empathize for first time travelers and was really very helpful and patient. We travel all over and live in the US and have not had better service anywhere with someone who really wants you to enjoy your time hassle free!
Operator response
Thank you very much for this excellent review, it was very pleasant for us to be able to serve you and that our company has exceeded expectations, we hope to see you soon in our beautiful city of Cartagena
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MELISSA_K
July 30, 2021 · via Viator
Beautiful to see with my own eyes!
This is the main reason I wanted to visit Cartageña. This made my whole trip! Be prepared for the heat because it felt real different but so worth it!
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Thank you very much for using the services of our company, it was very special for us to be able to take them to the pink sea and our best prize was to see their faces of amazement and satisfaction when seeing this wonder of nature
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Audrey_B
July 25, 2021 · via Viator
Simply Amazing! Worth the time!
Wow, what can I say it is the Pink Sea. Our tour guide Luis was amazing. He took the time and showed and explained everything to us. You must take a moment and visit this place.
Operator response
Thank you very much for giving us this excellent review. I hope you come back soon and we can visit other amazing places in Cartagena.
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Annabelld_C
December 24, 2020 · via Viator
Thank you Luis!
Luis was great! He was extremely professional. We learned so much about Colombian culture from him during the private tour. We also forgot our bathing suit in his trunk and Luis was kind enough to deliver them later.
Operator response
Thank you very much for taking the time to give us this excellent comment, it was a very pleasant experience to be able to share with you cultural and historical aspects of our city
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Melissa_L
February 25, 2020 · via Viator
Highly recommend
Luis was wonderful! So nice and accommodating, he even took us by the volcano and Cartagena sign as a bonus. We went to the pink sea in February and the color was incredible. Definitely recommend!
2 people found this helpful
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