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4 Days | 3 Nights (Customizable) Duration
Destination Ethiopia
Package price USD 1,100 per person
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Ethiopia

Danakil Depression And Erta Ale Volcano Expedition

Addis Ababa | Danakil Depression | Erta Ale Volcano

This 4-day expedition takes you into one of the most extreme environments on Earth, the otherworldly Danakil Depression and the legendary Erta Ale volcano. Located in northern Ethiopia, the Danakil Depression is one of the hottest and lowest places on the planet, famous for its colorful geothermal fields, vast salt flats, and surreal mineral formations. The highlight of this adventure is hiking to witness the rare, continuously active lava lake at Erta Ale-one of the very few permanent lava lakes in the world. This expedition is fully customizable depending on travel dates and level of comfort preferred.

Danakil Depression And Erta Ale Volcano Expedition

Camel caravan crossing the Danakil Depression
Chapter 01 The signature view Danakil Depression And Erta Ale Volcano Expedition

package highlights

  • Addis Ababa
  • Addis Ababa → Semera → Dallol
  • Dallol → Erta Ale Volcano
  • Erta Ale → Semera → Addis Ababa
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Day 1

Addis Ababa

  • • Arrival in Addis Ababa Meet and greet with your guide City tour of Addis Ababa Visit the National Museum of Ethiopia Explore Mercato open-air market Visit Holy Trinity Cathedral Overnight at hotel in Addis Ababa

Day 2

Addis Ababa → Semera → Dallol

  • • Morning domestic flight to Semera Drive by 4WD toward Danakil via Lake Afdera Explore the geothermal landscapes of Dallol Discover salt flats and mineral deposits Overnight camping in Danakil Depression

Day 3

Dallol → Erta Ale Volcano

  • • Early morning photography session in Dallol Afternoon drive toward Erta Ale Evening hike to the crater rim Witness the active lava lake Overnight camping near Erta Ale

Day 4

Erta Ale → Semera → Addis Ababa

  • • Breakfast Drive back to Semera Domestic flight to Addis Ababa End of expedition
  • 4WD Land Cruiser transportation
  • Full board meals during expedition
  • All entrance fees
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Camping equipment
  • Local Afar guides
  • Professional English-speaking tour guide
  • Escort and security services
  • Government taxes
  • Domestic flights (Addis Ababa – Semera – Addis Ababa)
  • International flights
  • Personal expenses
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities
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