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Ethiopia · Desert Adventure
The journey
Go on a 2-day guided tour from Mekele to explore the Danakil Depression and the remarkable landscapes around Hamed Ela and Dallol. See the colourful sulphur springs in one of the world's most inhospitable regions, visit Ragad (Asebo) to observe traditional salt mining, and discover Lake Assal, the lowest point in Africa. This journey also offers the chance to follow salt-laden camel caravans and walk with the Afar people for a truly memorable experience.
See the Danakil Depression, one of the most inhospitable regions in the world, yet full of eye-catching colours because of its sulphur springs.
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Day by day
Meet your Ethiopian tour guide and drive to Hamed Ela via Berhale, where the camel caravan stops before proceeding to the northern highlands.
See the Danakil Depression, one of the most inhospitable regions in the world, yet full of eye-catching colours because of its sulphur springs.
Camp at Hamed Ela and head out to see the beautiful sunset at Dallol before retiring to your room.
Drive to Ragad (Asebo) to see the salt mining, then continue to Dallol to visit a landscape formed by volcanic activity. This is the hottest place on Earth, where only merchants can go frequently to stock up on salt.
Visit Lake Assal, a saline lake and the lowest point in Africa, then follow the salt-laden camel caravans and walk with the Afar people.
Drive back to Hamed Ela, a small village near Lake Assal, and return to Mekele.
Where this trip takes you
Danakil Depression, Dallol sulphur springs, Lake Assal saline lake
The route
The fine print
All entrance fees and licenses
Accommodation and all meals throughout the tour
Bottled water
Surface transport by Land Cruiser, including fuel expenses and driver's allowance
English-speaking Ethiopian tour guide
Cooking and camping equipment
Scout and police service
Camel and camel tires
One-way domestic flight
Tips and gratuities
Logistics
Your 2 days finish where they began, in Mekele.
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