Rocks and Mud Tour Baku - Half Day Tour

Explore Baku's ancient past and natural wonders: Gobustan's petroglyphs and mud volcanoes. Return by 2 PM for lunch or hotel drop-off.
Embark on a captivating journey through Baku's rich history and natural marvels with our excursion program. Starting with a pick-up at 10:00, our first destination is the UNESCO-listed Gobustan Reserve, just a 40-minute drive away. Here, you'll marvel at over 6,000 ancient petroglyphs, dating back as far as 40,000 years, depicting the fascinating way of life of Azerbaijan's early inhabitants.

As you explore the reserve nestled among the Boyukdash, Kichikdash, and Jingirdagh mountains, you'll encounter remnants of once-inhabited caves, settlements, and burial grounds, offering insights into human civilization spanning from the Upper Palaeolithic to the Middle Ages.

Next, by noon, prepare to witness one of Azerbaijan's most intriguing natural wonders—the mud volcanoes. With nearly 400 mud volcanoes dotting the landscape, Baku boasts the world's highest concentration of these geological phenomena. Experience the bubbling, sometimes explosive, terrain firsthand as you marvel at the unique spectacle.

Finally, around 2 PM, we'll return you to your hotel or take you to enjoy a delicious lunch, concluding an unforgettable exploration of Baku's ancient past and mesmerizing natural landscapes.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.