3-Day Danakil Depression Ethiopia Adventure
Highlights
Dallol, Erta Ale, Semera
nature, photography, camping
Group Tour
3 Days
Easy
English
Description
Explore the otherworldly landscapes of Ethiopia on this 3-day adventure through the Danakil Depression and Erta Ale Volcano. Float in the saline waters of Lake Afdera, wander across salt flats, and witness steaming fumaroles, colorful sulphuric ponds, and small geysers. Hike to the crater rim of the active Erta Ale lava lake and marvel at molten lava flows under the stars. Immerse yourself in this unique geological wonder, enjoy guided insights, and camp comfortably while experiencing one of the most extreme and breathtaking terrains on Earth.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Samara – Ahmed Ela – Dallol Salt Plains
- Morning flight to Samara, then drive to Ahmed Ela, the last village before Dallol (approx. 430 km, 8 hours).
- Drop luggage at the campsite and continue to the salt plains of Dallol.
- Enjoy a swim in the natural salt ponds and admire the stunning sunset over the salt flats.
- Dinner prepared by the cook and overnight in open-air traditional beds under the stars.
- Altitude: 80m below sea level.
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Day 2: Dallol – Lake Asale – Erta Ale Volcano
- Early morning visit to Dallol and Lake Asale, located 136m below sea level, one of the lowest points in Africa.
- Marvel at the vibrant sulfuric ponds, geysers, and fumaroles creating surreal red, yellow, and orange landscapes.
- Afternoon drive (approx. 155 km, 6 hours) to Erta Ale, one of the world’s few active lava lakes.
- At sunset, begin a 20-minute hike to the crater rim, witness the mesmerizing lava activity, and explore the basalt lava field.
- Dinner by the cook and overnight on mattresses near the crater, stargazing in the open air.
- Altitude: 613m above sea level.
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Day 3: Erta Ale – Lake Afdera – Semera
- Early breakfast, then drive toward Lake Afdera (approx. 75 km, 2 hours).
- Visit the bright green volcanic lake surrounded by black basalt mountains.
- Experience floating in Lake Afdera, similar to the Dead Sea, and see modern salt extraction processes.
- Optional bath in the hot springs nearby.
- Continue to Semera (approx. 250 km, 5 hours).
- Lunch at Afdera, dinner in Semera, and overnight stay in Semera.
What's Included
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
| Adult | |
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| 1 to 10 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 10 | /person |
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This is a group tour |
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