3 Day Danakil Depression Ertale and Dallol Tours
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About the Activity
The Danakil Depression is in the Afar region of northern Ethiopia, is one of the hottest and lowest place on the planet. A searing hot, brutal desert landscape dotted with stunning geological formations, salt lakes, acid springs, volcanoes, salt canyon and salt flats. Danakil Depression (or Afar Depression) exhibits some uncommon wonders: lava that burns blue, bright yellow hot springs, and lakes of bubbling mud.3 days
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
Travel Date
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Travelers
Adult : 6
Inclusions & Exclusions
Entry/Admission Dallol/Danakil Depression
Food and drink : Lunch. x 3
Food and drink : Dinner. x 2
All Entrance fee
Entry/Admission Dallol Danakil Depression
Transportation amenities : In-vehicle air conditioning. Air-conditioned vehicle
Food and drink : Breakfast. x 2
Plenty of Bottled water
Fees : All fees and/or taxes. All Fees and Taxes
Entry/admission Erta Ale
Alcohol beverage
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At Semera, you’ll pile into the Toyota Landcruiser that will take you into the Danakil in convoy. You’ll begin the drive into the Danakil Depression at around 9AM. The roads leading out of Semera are smooth and asphalted, and as you drive further out of town there are some wonderful views of the Afar landscape.
As you drive further towards the Afdera Town (Salt Lake), the roads get rougher until you reach the Danakil desert. Here, the roads are a maze of solidified lava, rock and sand with an occasional palm lined oasis. You will stop for lunch before continuing to the base camp of the Erta Ale volcano. The drive from Semera to Dodom is around 7 hours.
Your cooking team will wait you prepare dinner. As the sun begins to dip behind the horizon, you begin the 1 and half-hour hike up Erta Ale. You’ll reach the crater rim around 7:00PM, where the fiery lava lake awaits and You’ll spend the sometime on the volcano and you will descend to the camp site then you will be served your dinner.
9 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
Accommodation
- Over Night camping at Erta Ale Volcano
Meals
- Lunch
- Dinner
Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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1.in front of Medhanialem church,The opposite side of best western plus hotel,of Cameron Street, Cameroon Street, Bole, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
2. You will be picked up at Semera airport and Dini Hotel Semera AfarView Location
End point
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1.in front of Medhanialem church,The opposite side of best western plus hotel,of Cameron Street, Cameroon Street, Bole, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
2. You will be picked up at Semera airport and Dini Hotel Semera AfarView Location
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- in front of Medhanialem church,The opposite side of best western plus hotel,of Cameron Street, Cameroon Street, Bole, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Travelers will be picked up 30 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Africa/Addis_Ababa time to receive 100% refund.
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Operated by Danakil Depression ToursCreated on 26 Jun 2023Created on 17 Dec 2024
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