Fly to Semera and Drive to Hamedela

Dallol - Begin your adventure by flying from Addis Ababa to Semera. Upon arrival, you will be greeted at the airport and taken to Semera Town for a delightful breakfast. Continue your journey to the Dallol Depression base camp, enjoying a picnic lunch in Afdera Town along the way.

After lunch, proceed to Dallol. Upon arrival, take a moment to admire the breathtaking sunset over Lake Asale. Enjoy a delicious dinner at the camp and spend the night at the Sabba campsite, sleeping under the stars.

Visit to Dallol Depression and Drive to Erta-Ale

Erta Ale - Start your day early by driving to the vibrant landscapes of Dallol to catch the magnificent sunrise. Hike to the summit to marvel at the sulfur lakes and colorful scenery. After the visit, return to the vehicles and head to the salt mountains, where you’ll enjoy a picnic breakfast and explore the unique salt rock formations.

Afterward, visit the salt workers, camel caravans (if you’re fortunate), and natural potash oil springs. Following this, embark on a drive to Erta-Ale Volcano, with a picnic lunch en route. Arrive at the Erta-Ale base camp and prepare for a sunset hike to explore the volcano, followed by a night hike back to the camp.

Spend the night sleeping under the stars.

Drive back to Semera and fly back to Addis Ababa

Erta Ale - Rise early to witness another stunning sunrise at the volcano. Afterward, return to the base camp for breakfast. Once breakfast is complete, begin your journey back to Semera.

Arrive in Semera for a late lunch, then proceed to the airport for your flight back to Addis Ababa.

• Local guide fees
• All entrance fee
• Toyota Land Cruiser 4×4 Jeep
• Lunch
• 2-Nights camping with all logistics, according to the Itinerary.
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Security fees and related costs.
• Fuel fees
• All meals
• Government Tax
• driver fees

• Alcoholic drinks
• Local & International flights
• Tips
• Other personal items and items not mentioned

At the core of the Danakil Depression is the active Erta Ale volcano, renowned for its continuous lava lake, which enthralls both adventurers and geologists. This area is also inhabited by the Afar people, whose vibrant culture and resilience in such a harsh environment add an intriguing human aspect to the stark beauty of the landscape.

Temperatures here can exceed 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit), creating a challenging climate that tests even the most robust travelers. However, it is this very extremity that makes the Danakil Depression a site of scientific interest, providing insights into geology, volcanology, and climate adaptation.

With its otherworldly beauty, severe conditions, and lively ecosystems, the Danakil Depression stands as a testament to the Earth’s dynamic processes and offers a glimpse into a world that seems almost alien. It is a place where nature’s raw power is fully displayed, making it one of the most remarkable destinations on the planet.

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