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Embark on a 3 day journey to the mesmerizing Danakil Depression, one of the hottest and most inhospitable places on Earth. Marvel at the surreal landscapes of Dallol, where vibrant mineral deposits paint an otherworldly scene. Witness the raw power of nature at Erta Ale, Ethiopia's continuously active volcano, with its bubbling lava lake illuminating the night. This is a land of extremes and unparalleled beauty, a true adventure for the intrepid traveler.
What's Included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
Upon your arrival at the airport, a member of our team will be waiting for you, holding a sign with your name
Itinerary
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1Danakil Depression
….Take a morning flight to Semera town of the Afar regional capital, pick-up from the airport with experienced drivers and excellent 4WD with AC along a team of experienced expert guides , an excellent cook team, local guide and road leader from the tourism authorities, police escort , all camping gears ready to depart with you. Then head directly to Hamedela town of Dallol. Visit the Sunset at Lake Assale late in the afternoon. Overnight open air camping with clean beds, Mattress, pillows, clean bedsheets and a lot water for hydration 6 liters per person per day.
8 hours • Admission ticket included -
2Erta Ale
……early in the morning before sunrise we drive to the lunar landscape of Dallol geothermal site for an amazing wonder seen no where else in the planet. A chemical reaction happening right in front of you live face to face with row nature. You will revise your knowledge of colors from that moment on. After this we drive to the salt and mud formed mountain cave right underneath Dallol crater. Another 10 minutes drive and a completely different world. We will have a picnic breakfast in nearby this cave with wonder. After this visit we drive to the vast salt plains , the lake Karum swimming saltwater cold pool in that scorching sun and finally visit the salt miners before leaving back to Hamedela for some rest and after lunch we continue driving to Ertale active volcano. We reach our camping ground at the top of the Caldera. Walk 30 minutes until the summit crater lake currently at its active cycle. Enjoy the wonder happening right in front of you and walk back to the camping ground. .
8 hours • Admission ticket included -
3Semera
…..In the morning wake up with the sun and after breakfast drive to Afdera salt lake town. The major hub for salt production and distribution lying at -102m below sea level and the highest temperature feeling in the Danakil depression. Have lunch in town, a glimpse of the salt lake, a walk along the salt farms and after this we drive back to Semera. In the afternoon we drive back to Semera and take a late afternoon flight back to Addis. This is end of the Danakil depression tour.
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Semera - Dallol And Lake Asale
Dallol - Erta Ale
Erta Ale - Semera Airport
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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