Gobustan, Mud volcanoes, Fire temple, Fire mountain Tour in Baku, Azerbaijan
Baku, Azerbaijan

Gobustan, Mud volcanoes, Fire temple, Fire mountain Tour

Outty Ranking 79 4.9 · 59 traveler reviews9 hoursFrom $33
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Outty Ranking

79/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.9/5

Based on 59 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Gobustan, Mud volcanoes, Fire temple, Fire mountain Tour worth booking?

Gobustan, Mud volcanoes, Fire temple, Fire mountain Tour is a 9-hour experience in Baku, Azerbaijan, from $33 per person. It scores 79 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 59 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
79 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (59)
Duration
9 hours
From
$33 per person

Get ready for an unforgettable Azerbaijani adventure! Explore bubbling mud volcanoes in a rugged Soviet-era vehicle, discover ancient wonders, and experience the fascinating Land of Fire on one incredible day.

What you get

    About this experience

    Get ready for an unforgettable Azerbaijani adventure! Explore bubbling mud volcanoes in a rugged Soviet-era vehicle, discover ancient wonders, and experience the fascinating Land of Fire on one incredible day.

    What's included

    Included

    • Accredited tour guide
    • In-vehicle air conditioning

    Not included

    • Lunch
    • Ticket fees (USD 23)
    • Entrance fees
    • Entrance fees
    • Entrance fees

    What you'll see and do

    1. Gobustan Rock Art

      4 Absheron Treasures Tour usually starts at 9:30 AM with picking guests up from their location within Baku. The interactive museum. Here you can learn more about a large number of petroglyphs, natural environment of Gobustan, population, cultural development and archaeological expeditions in this area. Thanks to touch screens and special 3D panoramas, within the walls of the museum you can see how people lived 5000-20000 years ago. In the rooms of the museum you will find a wide variety of historical exhibits dating from about IV—II millennium BC. The Museum under the open sky. Thereafter our guide will take you to Gobustan rocks, where you will be able to see more than 6000 rock drawings and caves with your own eyes. Petroglyphs from different eras, discovered by scientists in the 30s of the 20th century, will help you get more information about ancient people, about their worldview, customs and traditions.

      120 minutes here · Admission not included

    2. Mud Volcanoes

      4 Absheron Treasures Tour usually starts at 9:30 AM with picking guests up from their location within Baku. The interactive museum. Here you can learn more about a large number of petroglyphs, natural environment of Gobustan, population, cultural development and archaeological expeditions in this area. Thanks to touch screens and special 3D panoramas, within the walls of the museum you can see how people lived 5000-20000 years ago. In the rooms of the museum you will find a wide variety of historical exhibits dating from about IV—II millennium BC. The Museum under the open sky. Thereafter our guide will take you to Gobustan rocks, where you will be able to see more than 6000 rock drawings and caves with your own eyes. Petroglyphs from different eras, discovered by scientists in the 30s of the 20th century, will help you get more information about ancient people, about their worldview, customs and traditions.

      60 minutes here · Admission not included

    3. Ateshgah - Fire Temple

      Ateshgah of Baku. Based on Persian and Indian inscriptions, the Fire Temple of Baku was used as a Hindu, and Zoroastrian place of worship. The first mention of this temple dates back to the 7th century ad. Here you can see many cells of fire worshippers with large number of historical exhibits (cookware, stone slabs with inscriptions, elements of clothes) found during archaeological excavations.

      60 minutes here · Admission not included

    4. Yanar Dag

      Yanardag State Historical, Cultural and Natural Reserve. Yanardag is a natural gas flame that has been constantly burning since ancient times on a hillside on Absheron Peninsula near Baku. The meaning of the phrase “Yanardag” is “Burning Mountain”. To this day, pilgrims from Iran and India come here to visit the sacred burning mountain. At the end of the tour you will be dropped off at the Founctain Square

      40 minutes here · Admission not included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    ru, en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Bag Baku Tour

    Know before you go

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 59 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    9 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    8 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

    59 verified traveler reviews for Gobustan, Mud volcanoes, Fire temple, Fire mountain Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    581aubreyr · October 2026

    Gobustan, fire temple, and and yanar dog.

    This was a really informative, interesting, full day tour. Our guide Rajab was excellent. Very knowledgeable and a great sense of humor I highly reccomend the tour and the guide!

    via Tripadvisor

    LZLondon · September 2026

    Our tour guide Tural is super star.

    This is such a lovely experience. I specially thank for our tour guide Tural, he is super knowledgeable and helpful and always exceeding expectations, the tour itself also worth so much. Will recommend to others,

    via Tripadvisor

    tasneem_j · September 2026

    Great tour

    Worth taking as we covered all the best places to see. Our guide Rajab was very knowledgeable & shared the history. Our driver Ilham was very friendly & took lovely pics of our family

    via Viator

    Mark_S · August 2026

    Fire and Stone

    Ali was a great tour guide. The sites were unique and educational. History and geology all in one day! Highly recommend.

    via Viator

    X8631VKmarks · August 2026

    Fire and Limestone

    Ali was an excellent tour guide. Very knowledgeable, very informative, and very easy to spend the day with. We highly recommend him.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    9 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $33 to $189
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    21
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Bag Baku Tour, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 61.6.

    See everything Bag Baku Tour runs

    Why this scores 79

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)92
    Review evidence (18% weight)69
    Booking momentum (14% weight)64
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)59
    Local standing (8% weight)57
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Gobustan, Mud volcanoes, Fire temple, Fire mountain Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Baku.

    How much does Gobustan, Mud volcanoes, Fire temple, Fire mountain Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $33 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Baku usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Gobustan, Mud volcanoes, Fire temple, Fire mountain Tour take?

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    Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Baku is not rushed.

    Is Gobustan, Mud volcanoes, Fire temple, Fire mountain Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 79 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 59 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Baku, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Gobustan, Mud volcanoes, Fire temple, Fire mountain Tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Gobustan, Mud volcanoes, Fire temple, Fire mountain Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Gobustan, Mud volcanoes, Fire temple, Fire mountain Tour?

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    Around 21 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Baku can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Baku and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Gobustan, Mud volcanoes, Fire temple, Fire mountain Tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Baku within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Baku?

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    On Outty we rank every Baku experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Gobustan and Absheron tour, BEST Gobustan, Volcanoes & Absheron Fire Tour (Group or Private), Shahdag, Quba, Candy Cane - Azerbaijan's Alpine Odyssey Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Baku?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Baku?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Gobustan, Mud volcanoes, Fire temple, Fire mountain Tour?

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    Included: Accredited tour guide; and In-vehicle air conditioning. Not included: Lunch; Ticket fees (USD 23); Entrance fees; and Entrance fees. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Gobustan, Mud volcanoes, Fire temple, Fire mountain Tour include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 158 listed pickup locations in and around Baku. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Gobustan, Mud volcanoes, Fire temple, Fire mountain Tour offered in?

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    It is offered in Russian and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Gobustan, Mud volcanoes, Fire temple, Fire mountain Tour?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    What happens to Gobustan, Mud volcanoes, Fire temple, Fire mountain Tour if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Gobustan, Mud volcanoes, Fire temple, Fire mountain Tour?

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    Across 59 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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