Baku Day Trip Guide: Mud Volcanons, Mountain Roads & Ancient Villages
A twenty-minute drive from the Flame Towers brings you to the edge of the Caspian basin where natural gas vents burn perpetually against the grey earth. Stepping out of your air-conditioned vehicle, the scent of sulfur hits your nose before you even reach the ancient stone altars. Best Budget Day Trips # When your travel funds require careful allocation, you can still access the most iconic landscapes surrounding the capital without breaking the bank. The Gobustan & Mud, Fire Temple, Burning Mountain (Group & Private) comes in at $34 USD and serves as the most economical choice for travelers pressed for time who want to see the prehistoric petroglyphs and geological oddities in a single go. If you prefer a slightly more intimate group setting while covering the exact same territory, the Gobustan-Mud Volcan-Fire Temple and Mountain Tour/Entrance inc costs $42 USD and includes your admission fees upfront. Between these two budget contenders, the $42 USD option makes more financial sense if you hate calculating ticket lines at every stop, whereas the $34 USD trip suits backpackers who prefer paying monument fees independently. For a practical tip on these budget excursions, wear sturdy walking shoes that you do not mind ruining, as the mud volcanoes involve slippery climbs over grey clay that cakes instantly onto footwear.