• Erta Ale - Morning: Set off from Mekele in a 4x4 convoy, journeying into the Danakil Depression. Relish the breathtaking views of Ethiopia’s remote landscapes en route.
  Afternoon: Reach the base of Erta Ale Volcano, home to one of the world’s most active lava lakes. After a brief rest and dinner, gear up for an evening trek to the volcano’s summit (3-4 hours hike).
  Evening: Witness the molten lava lake at night – a captivating, once-in-a-lifetime experience! Camp overnight near the crater beneath the starry desert sky.
  Highlights: Scenic drive, desert landscapes, Erta Ale volcano hike, lava lake experience.
• Afar Region - Early Morning: Descend from the volcano at sunrise and travel to Hamed Ela, a secluded Afar village near the renowned salt flats of the Danakil Depression.
  Afternoon: Explore the vast salt flats and observe traditional salt mining by the Afar people, where camel caravans transport slabs of salt as they have for generations.
  Evening: Delight in a stunning sunset over the salt plains, unwind at a desert camp, and enjoy traditional Afar hospitality.
  Highlights: Camel caravans, traditional salt mining, sunset over the salt flats, Afar culture.
• Dallol - Early Morning: Discover Dallol, one of the most colorful and geologically unique locations globally, featuring vibrant yellow, green, and orange sulfur pools and fumaroles emitting steaming gases.
  Mid-Morning: Investigate the salt rock formations, bubbling acid springs, and the “Salt Mountain” before commencing the drive back to Mekele.
  Afternoon: Return to Mekele, concluding your unforgettable adventure!

Highlights: Dallol sulfur springs, bubbling acid pools, salt formations, unique landscapes.

• Professional English speaking local guide
• Other
• Departure and return to Mekele
• Shared vehicle with other travelers
• Camping accommodation
• Meals

• Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase) other than honey wine tasting
• Visa

Danakil Depression is one of the most inhospitable regions of the world with spectacular and full of eye-catching colors like sulphur springs. You pass through a small town of Berhale where the camel caravan stop before they proceed to the northern highlands. En route you see many long camel caravans coming to the salt mine and others going out of the Danakil with their salt loaded camels. This tour is for the adventure lovers. You will be joining this tour along with fellow travelers.

• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• Minimum drinking age in Ethiopia is 18 years old
• Not recommended for children aged 15 and under
• Please note trekking and walking is involved
• A maximum of 20 people per booking
• Minimum age is 14 years
• Minimum age is 14 years

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.