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3-Day Danakil Depression: Dallol & Erta Ale
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3-Day Danakil Depression: Dallol & Erta Ale

Danakil Depression (Afar)3 Days / 2 Nights4โ€“16 travelers peopleDemanding5 (0 reviews)

Tour Overview

The classic expedition to Earth's most extreme geological wonder. Climb Erta Ale volcano to view its active lava lake and explore the surreal hydrothermal springs of Dallol.

Tour Highlights

Night summit hike on Erta Ale shield volcano to view active lava lake
Dallol geothermal field: Neon yellow/green acid pools and sulphur formations at -125m
Lake Karum salt flat sunset and Afar camel caravan observations
Assale traditional salt cutting and shaping demonstrations
Open-air desert camping under the stars on volcanic caldera rims

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Depart by 4WD across sand and volcanic rock to Dodom base camp. Evening 3-hour trek up Erta Ale to observe the churning lava lake at night. Sleep in open-air stone shelters on the crater rim.

What's Included

Included

  • 4WD expedition vehicles (max 4 guests per car) with fuel and driver
  • 2 nights desert camping (mattresses, sheets, and pillows provided)
  • All meals and bottled drinking water throughout the expedition
  • Experienced English-speaking tour guide, Afar local guide, and cook
  • Mandatory Afar police escorts and local community fees

Not Included

  • Domestic flights to/from Semera or Mekelle
  • Sleeping bags (available for rent on request)
  • Personal travel and emergency evacuation insurance
  • Gratuities for drivers, guides, and cook team
Starting from
$580
per person based on 4 travelers departing Semera/Mekelle
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Duration3 Days / 2 Nights
Group Size4โ€“16 travelers people
DifficultyDemanding
RegionDanakil & Afar

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