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Explore the unique planet, Danakil Depression!

Mek'ele, Ethiopia
  • 4 days (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Embrace adventure with this four day tour of Ethiopia's geological wonders. Discover the salt mines at Danakil Depression, where camel caravans transport goods through the highlands and enjoy a sunset over the lake. Experience Earth's wonders at the Dallol Volcano and sulfur lake before trekking to the top of Erta Ale Mountain, where a lava lake sits. Learn about local culture and lifestyle while visiting the remote village of Kesrawad.
  • Sleeping and safety gear included
  • Window seat transportation guaranteed
  • Five litres of water per person supplied for convenience
  • Wifi included where available

What's Included

  • Sleeping bags/Blankets
  • 5 litres of bottled water per person per day
  • Lunch (4)
    Lunch
  • Dinner (3)
    Dinner
  • Breakfast (3)
    Breakfast
  • Gratuities
  • Domestic & international flights
  • Personal Insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Any additional tour activities that are not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Alcoholic beverages

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We pick up from hotels, any places in Mekelle and/or Mekelle airport.

or

Meeting point

  • Unnamed Road, Mekele, Ethiopia

    Magma Flow Tours

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.10:00 am

Itinerary

Day 1

Mekelle - Lake Asale/Karum - HamadEla

1 Stop

1

Danakil Depression

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Outside under the stars in HamadEla

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2

HamadEla - Dallol - Abala

1 Stop

1

Dalol tours

6 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Local Guest House in Abala

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3

Abala - Kesrawad - Erta Ale

1 Stop

1

Erta Ale

4 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Outside/inside local huts near to the rim

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4

Erta Ale - Afdera - Mekelle

1 Stop

1

Afdera

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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From $589.75

per person

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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