Danakil Depression 3 Days Adventure

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3 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 10 more

Experience one of the most geologically active and visually surreal places on Earth—the Danakil Depression, located in northeastern Ethiopia. This 3-day, 2-night tour takes you deep into the Afar region, where you’ll witness Erta Ale Volcano’s glowing lava lake, explore the technicolor Dallol sulfur fields, and relax in the hypersaline waters of Lake Afdera.
This all-inclusive adventure is perfect for thrill-seekers, photographers, and nature lovers who want to explore one of the hottest, driest, and lowest places on the planet. Your journey starts with a flight from Addis Ababa to Semera and is fully supported with 4x4 vehicles, local guides, security escorts, and full-board camping.

What's Included

Full camping gear (mattresses, sleeping bags, tents)
Professional English-speaking guides and local Afar scouts
All ground transportation in air-conditioned 4x4 vehicles
Entrance fees, security escorts, and permits
All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and bottled water
Travel insurance
Tips and personal expenses
Alcoholic beverages
Round-trip domestic flights (Addis – Semera – Addis)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please leave and advise your pickup place and location. We pickup all travelers from hotel or Airport in Semera

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Addis Ababa – Semera – Lake Afdera – Hamed Ela

    1 stop
  • 1
    Addis Ababa

    Morning flight from Addis Ababa to Semera Meet your local staff and begin the desert journey in 4x4 vehicles Scenic drive through Afar villages and salt plains Stop for a lunch by Lake Afdera, known for its healing saltwater Continue to Hamed Ela, gateway to the Dallol region Evening visit to Lake Asale for sunset photography

    Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Dallol Excursion – Erta Ale Volcano Trek

    1 stop
  • 2
    Erta Ale

    Early morning drive to Dallol, one of the most colorful geothermal fields on Earth Visit salt canyons, acid pools, and the camel salt caravans Return to camp for lunch and rest Drive to Erta Ale base camp (~3–4 hours) After dinner, begin the evening trek to Erta Ale Volcano Observe the active lava lake at the crater rim

    Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Erta Ale – Lake Afdera – Semera – Addis Ababa

    1 stop
  • 3
    Addis Ababa

    Optional pre-dawn crater visit for sunrise Descend to base camp for breakfast Drive back via Lake Afdera; time for a quick swim or rest stop Return to Semera Airport in time for your afternoon flight Evening arrival in Addis Ababa, concluding the adventure

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Supplied by Peerless Ethiopia Tours

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Multi-day Tours
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4WD Tours
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Nature Walks
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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