3 Days Danakil Depression Tour

duration

3 Days

Transpotation

4W Drive

Tour Type

Group Tour

Group Size

2-12 people

3 Days Danakil Depression Tour

$475.00

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Day 01 Fly Addis Ababa to Semera and drive to Ahmed Ella

You will meet upon arrival at Semera airport and drive to Ahmed Ella visiting beautiful landscape of solidified lava, rock, sand and occasional palm lined oasis after you pass several small hamlets start visiting Ahmad Ella village total population of more than 500 people to see the life style of the local Afar people. Finally, precede to Salt Lake Asale a huge salty lake where you will swim in a natural pool while enjoying sunset reflections of the salty ground.

Overnight camping at Ahmed Ella

Day 02 Visit Dallol Then Drive to Erta Ale

The morning tour includes a drive to Ragad (Asebo) to observe local salt mining activities, where salt is extracted, cut into pieces, and loaded onto camels. Next, visit Dallol, known for its unique volcanic landscapes, colorful salt formations, and bubbling lakes, situated 125 meters below sea level. After lunch in Ahmad Ella, proceed to Erta Ale, a shield volcano featuring the world’s only permanent lava lake. At 613 meters high, Erta Ale is one of the rare volcanoes with a lava lake, which has existed since the early 20th century, providing a dramatic night experience of boiling lava.

Overnight camping at Erta Ale

Day 03 Drive Erta Ale – Lake Afdera – Semera and Fly to Addis

After Breakfast we will drive to Afdera it is used for salt extraction. It is named after the saline Lake Afdera, located in the southern part of the Afar Depression. It is a major source of salt extraction in Ethiopia, where the Lake water is pumped to saltpans for solar evaporation. After lunch we will continue the trip to Semera airport your flight to Addis Ababa.

 

 

Included

  • 4W Drive vehicle with Driver and Fuel
  • All entrance fees
  • All fuel expenses and drivers allowances
  • Bottled Water
  • Esount Fees
  • Experienced cook throughout the whole tour
  • Local guide service for the Afar Region
  • Lunch and Dinner
  • Professional Guide Service

Excluded

  • Alcoholic Drinks
  • Any Flight
  • Camera and Video Charges
  • Personal Insurance
  • Personal Tips and Gratitude

Cancellation Policy

Our Standard Cancellation Policy offers refunds based on how far in advance cancellations are made.

  • For cancellations made 30 days or more before the tour start date, 80% of the total cost will be refunded.
  • If you cancel between 15 and 29 days before the tour start date, 50% will be refunded.
  • Cancellations made 7 to 14 days prior to the tour start date are eligible for a 25% refund,
  • while cancellations made less than 7 days in advance will not qualify for any refund.
  • Certain prepaid services, such as flights, hotel bookings, and permits, may not be refundable due to third-party provider terms.

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