3 Day Tour to Danakil Depression
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Overview about Danakil Depression
If you love far away places that are like nothing else in the world, this package is for you! Join us on an extraordinary journey where we take you to explore the sulphuric acid pools, volcanoes, and saltwater pools of this outer-world landscape on our exciting Danakil Depress tour. Immerse yourself in the weird and wonderfulness of Danakil Depression.
Tour Plan
- Departure to Semera at 06:40, with arrival at 08:00.
- Upon arrival, we will pick you up from the airport and drive to Semera Town for breakfast.
- Afterward, we’ll continue our journey to the base camp of the Dallol Depression, with a picnic lunch in Afdera Town along the way (a 3-hour drive).
- After lunch, we’ll continue driving to Dallol (a 3-hour drive). Upon arrival, we will stop by Lake Asale to witness the stunning sunset over the salty lake. Dinner will be at the camp.
- Overnight at Sabba campsite, sleeping outside under the stars. We provide local beds, mattresses, and blankets for your comfort.
- Early in the morning, at 05:00, we’ll drive to the colorful lands of Dallol to witness the stunning sunrise (a 1-hour drive). Upon arrival , we will hike to the top to see the sulfur lakes and color full landscapes. The hike from the car parking area the top will take around 11 to 16 minutes.
- After the visit, we’ll return to the cars and drive to the salt mountains, where we’ll have a picnic breakfast and explore the salt rock formations.
- Following the exploration, we’ll visit the salt workers, camel caravans (if we’re lucky), and natural potash oil springs.
- After the visit, we’ll start driving to Erta-Ale Volcano, with a picnic lunch on the way.
- Arrival at the base camp of Erta-Ale around 16:00. You’ll have time to prepare for the sunset hike to visit Erta-Ale volcano and the subsequent night hike back to the camp from 17:30 to 19:30. The hike is approximately 23 minutes each way (a 3-hour drive).
- Overnight, sleeping outside under the stars. We provide mattresses and blankets for your comfort.
- Early in the morning, at 05:00, you’ll have another chance to see the stunning sunrise at the volcano. After the visit, we will return to the base camp for breakfast at 7:00. After breakfast, we will pick up and start our journey back to semera.
- Arrival in Semera for a late lunch, followed by drop-off at the airport for your flight back to Addis Ababa.
- Departure back to Addis Ababa at 17:35, with arrival at 18:55.
- This will mark the end of the adventure.
Included/Exclude
- Domestic flights
- Accommodation with breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- All entrance fees
- Local guide
- Land cruisers car with fuel
- Lodge
- Photography or video fees
- Laundry service
- Alcohol
- Personal fee.
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Max Guests
50
Min Age
1+