3 Day Danakil Depression Ertale and Dallol Tours: Explore the Hottest and Lowest Place on the Planet

Embark on a thrilling 3-day tour of the Danakil Depression in Ethiopia, exploring the hottest and lowest place on Earth. Discover stunning geological formations, salt lakes, volcanoes, and more!

Duration: 3 days
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Erta Ale - 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…

What's Included
  • Entry/Admission to Dallol/Danakil Depression
  • All entrance fees included
  • Entry/admission to Erta Ale
  • Meals provided: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • In-vehicle air conditioning for comfort
  • Unlimited bottled water provided
  • All applicable taxes covered
What's Not Included
  • Alcohol beverage
Additional Information

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.

Location
Cameron Street
Cameroon Street
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 Afar
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Olgaz211
Apr 20, 2025
Don’t miss a trip to Danakil! - We booked a tour to Danakil with this company and never regretted because everything was very well organised from meeting in the airport until bringing you back to the airport. We had 2 nights sleeping under the sky;) saw colourful Dallol and were very lucky to see and stand close to an open chimney of volcano Erta Ale, seeing boiling lava, because it has opened just a week before our arrival. Yes, the road during the trip is not easy and bumpy very often but our driver Efram was very experienced and we never had any problems. We also never had any problems with the food because breakfast/lunch/dinner were well organised in the campsite, or just during our stops, made by local tribes, and I must say it was very good, even without meat (there are no fridges therefore the food will be always fresh). Both our driver and a guide were speaking a very good English. The only advice I could give to travellers is to take some warm jacket/trousers only for the night at the volcano, the ground there is warm but the wind was very strong and cold, even with blankets. I 100% recommend you not to miss this tour once you are in Ethiopia, it definitely worth it. At the end how many people can say they have been in the hottest place on the earth?;)
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Aphroditeo667
Apr 16, 2025
Highly recommend and beyond expectation - Chris and I have just finished a 16 day tour with Danakil Depression tours. We could not fault the way everything came together. Airport pickups were on time and even when some of our flights were delayed by up two hours the guide was still waiting! Accommodation was great. The drivers and guides throughout were courteous and always obliging. Great sense of humor with lots of laughs! Nothing was ever a problem. It was also obvious that they enjoyed what were they doing and had exceptional knowledge. Mickey contacted the guides during our trip just to make sure all was well. His attention to detail was excellent. Would have no hesitation in recommending his company. We had a fantastic time with some fantastic experiences. I am unable to download some photos yet but will endeavor to later.
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Darioac9395jb
Apr 12, 2025
Proffessional and Outstanding Tour company - Danakil Depression Tours offers an extraordinary three-day expedition into the Danakil Depression, one of the planet's most extreme environments, guided by the knowledgeable asfaw Starting in Semera, the tour traverses remote paths where camels and nomadic families are common sights against a backdrop of stark beauty. Highlights include the stunning salt flats of Lake Asale at sunset and the vibrant, mineral-rich hot springs of Dallol, showcasing surreal formations and colors that evoke an alien landscape. The trek to Erta Ale culminates in an encounter with molten lava, glowing vividly under the night sky, while camping beneath the stars immerses adventurers in the raw essence of this untamed wilderness.Mickey the owner of the company he is very sensitive for his clients hospitality ,responsible and well organized through the tour. Well done i personally don't have a word to put across my feeling for all crew of danakil depression tour🙏
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Resort14220603149
Feb 8, 2025
Amazing experience and great arrangement. The hosts were very nice - The experience was so good. The hosts were also very cooperative and nice. This experience felt like a once in a lifetime thing. I feel everyone should do this at least once in their life. and Mickey, the owner of this company was also very helpful.
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_f2579ru
Jan 20, 2025
Danakil 2 Nights 3 Day Tour - I've been on the tour for a long time. Mickey, our guide, keeps in touch on WhatsApp They were responsive and trusted. The response during the trouble was good. Travel time is long, but the road has been improved It wasn't that harsh. I heard it was hot, but it was windy and cold at night In some cases, measures may be needed. It was great to see the earth alive.
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Alexnl9956bv
Jan 20, 2025
A once in a lifetime experience, not to be missed - Prepare to be amazed by one of the most stunning Places on Earth! The tour is very well organized, although not for the weak ones: you’ll sleep under the stars, travel off-road for hours, and won’t have access to electricity or running water for 2.5 days. But it’s all worth it; and the guides are knowledgeable, helpful, and very friendly.
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C1rosenkrantz
Jan 12, 2025
Perfekt - Amazing three day trip to the Danakil Depression! I had the pleasure of going on a three day trip to the Danakil Depression in Ethiopia and it was an incredible experience! From start to finish, the event was perfectly organized and the whole
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Grandevoyageuse75011
Dec 30, 2024
An exceptional adventure in a lifetime - Communication with Mickey, before and after the circuit, was fluid and reassuring. The care at Semera was effective. The programme has been slightly adjusted to take account of other groups but all planned visits have been respected. However, more time at the Dallol would have allowed for a better balance. The guide Aman, was both professional and friendly, he also has a real talent for photography. The driver performed brilliantly, even on particularly difficult stretches of road. Despite a slight flutter on the first day, the team showed attention to the participants. The conditions of the stay are rudimentary but have been sublimated by unique moments, such as sleeping under a starry sky – a magical experience. The Danakil Depression offers unique and surreal landscapes, a once in a lifetime experience. I highly recommend Danakil Depression Tour for a unique adventure, as well as its organizer, Mickey, who manages the coordination of the stay with excellence.
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Bhaumikpshah
Dec 16, 2024
Excellent - Very smooth coordination from beginning. Everything was planned well. Great vegetarian food. Knowledgeable guide. Highly recommend. No complaints.
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Alinenj1881sf
Nov 30, 2024
Amazing Experience - I had One of the best experiences in my Life. The biggest adventure after been mom. Everybody was gentle, i felt safe, and made new friends in that unique placê in the world. Before, i was scared to go because of conflits, but after i felt blessed that i took the best Decision. Super recommend.
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From $400
up to 10 guests
6 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).