3 Days Dankile Depression group Tours
4.8
19 Ratings
Addis Ababa
Explore the extreme Danakil Depression: active volcanoes, salt lakes, and lava fields. Prepare for an unforgettable adventure in Ethiopia's harshest desert.
Duration: 3 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Dankile depression and Volcano Tours

Erta Ale - Early in the morning we will fly with you from Addis Ababa to Semera

ET110(07:10AM – 08:30AM).

Pick up from Semera airport or hotel and start our day by driving to Erta Ale (which means smoky mountain in Afar language). Erta Ale ranks one of the most alluring and physically challenging natural attractions anywhere in Ethiopia. It is a shield volcano with a base diameter of 30 km and 1km square caldera at its summit.

Erta Ale contains the world’s only permanent lava lake. It is 613 meters, with a lava lake, one of only five in the world, at the summit. It is notable for being the longest existing lava lake,

After a short break, trek up to Ertale at 20:00 hours. Camels will be transporting all the camping materials and some food (sleeping materials like light mattresses and mat and water) to the rim of the volcano, where we spend the night watching the dramatic action of the boiling lava.

You will spend the night on top of the mountain, at the rim of the Volcano.



Danakile depression Tours

Danakil Depression - Day 2:
Early Morning sun rise at the northern one corresponds to the main pit crater and walk 5 minutes for the southern and central pits could either corresponds to an ancient pit, or to a simple collapse structure. The main pit-crater, 200 m deep and 350 m across, is sub circular and three storied. The smaller southern pit is 65 m wide and about 100 m deep. Descend from Erta Ale around 9 am Dodom – Leave back to Dodom after an early breakfast, if possible at 07:00 o’clock.

You will reach latest at 10:30 o’clock at the camp, where you will be relaxing. As soon as possible, drive to reach the mythical Lake Giulietti (or LakeAfrera) (optional may not be available during summer time), a salt water lake located more than100 meters below sea level, in one of the deepest depressions of the planet. Because of the landscape is an extraordinary

You will spend the night at Hamed ela.

Dallol excuresion fly back Addis Ababa

Dallol - Day 3: Danakil to Semera

Morning tour Drive to Ragad (Asebo), the place where the localities are mining salt. Look the activity of workers breaking salts from the ground, cutting in to rectangular pieces and loading on camels.

You drive ahead to Dallol and visit the difference landscape formed by volcanic activity, Dallol + Lake Assal + camel caravans. Excursion to Dallol (116 meter below sea level, one of the lowest places in the world) colorful salts mining, visit Lake Assal, follow up camel caravans (No camel caravan on July, August and early September) and walk with the Afar people. Drive back to Hamedela and proceed to Semera. And fly back to Addis Ababa. ET165 (05:35PM – 06:55PM).

End of Tours

What's Included
  • Transportation with 4WD
  • Cooking, camping equipment
  • Lunch
  • Local guide service for the Afar region as per the program
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Unlimited bottles of water for the trip
  • Accommodation and all meals throughout the tour
  • Professional tour guide
  • Surface transport expense with four-wheel drive Land Cruiser
  • All entrance fees and licenses as per the program
  • Camel and camel tires in Afar region as per the program
  • Scout and police service in Afar region as per the program
What's Not Included
  • tips
  • Alcoholic beverages available for 18 years old up
Additional Information

Danakil Depression is one of the most extreme and otherworldly places on Earth. Located in the Afar region of Ethiopia, it is the lowest point on the continent and is home to a variety of geological wonders, including active volcanoes, salt lakes, and lava fields.

Besides, tours to the Danakil desert are not for the faint of heart. The conditions in the depression are extreme, with temperatures regularly reaching over 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) and the air being thick with dust and smoke. Visitors must be prepared for long journeys in 4×4 vehicles, camping in basic accommodations, and dealing with the harsh desert.

Equipment you need to bring
Touch light -power bank - Small back pack for the track to the volcano
First Aid Medicines - Sun cream - Toilet paper - Sun glasses - Slippers
Jacket in case at the volcano will be cold - Wipes - Walking stick if you Wish to have ,gas mask no necessary for the young people,we require more than 75 years old to…
Swimming suit

Location
Bole Addis Ababa International Airport
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(19 Ratings)
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Wi750
May 28, 2024
Great Experience - I recently had the pleasure of exploring Ethiopia's Dankile depression and volcano with Enat Tours, and it was an unforgettable experience. The entire trip was exceptionally well-organized, thanks to the professionalism of the team. Our guide, Ashu, was nothing short of amazing. His passion for the region and wealth of knowledge truly enhanced the journey. I highly recommend Enat Tours, and if you have the opportunity, be sure to request Ashu as your guide. You won't be disappointed!"
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Yonatanm850
May 27, 2024
Dallol Experiences - As a Local domestic traveler ,I have enjoyed the services and all the company has provided the touring to us! Such a fantastic place to be in Danakile and Erta ale volcano! We have never been this kind of place in our lifetime,so blessed to be here and enjoyed the amazing atmosphere over there even though it’s very hot. Loved Dallol so much ,Highly recommended Enat Teams
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Solomona693
May 27, 2024
danakil experience - Great experience,wonderful team work,such a professtional teamwork all day long,amazing jeeps,love to be back Dankile and Enat tours the best to use. highly reccomanded
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N8805ruritab
May 3, 2024
Fully recommend - great experience. - Absolutely wonderful experience, not only because the nature in the area itself is amazing (volcano, salt lakes, Danakil depression), but because of the incredible organization from the tour guide (Ashu). Always with a smile, happy to explain and answer any questions (not only about the area but also about Ethiopia in general). Good company, good food and an overall relaxing adventure. Even if you were a solo traveler they made sure that you felt part of the group and involved. Even prior to departure (since you have to get a flight) they made sure to meet you at the airport, that you booked the right tickets etc... Recommendable whether you are an experienced traveler within Ethiopia or your first time.
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Pedrojl100lc
Apr 15, 2024
I'm grateful by Ashu's positive attitude and encouragement - "I had an amazing experience in Dankile Trip and Addis Ababa City Tours! I'm grateful by Ashu's positive attitude and encouragement during my trip to Dankile and Addis Ababa, The company provided exceptional service and the staff was incredibly friendly. I truly appreciate the efforts they put into making my trip memorable. I highly recommend this company to anyone looking for a fantastic travel experience. Keep up the great work!"
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Selemonm2024
Apr 15, 2024
Dankile trip - I had a fantastic experience with Ashu during my Dankile tour. The team at the company was well organized and provided great service. Overall, it was an amazing experience and I highly recommend this company for anyone looking for a memorable tour. Ashu and his team the best of bestb
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Chrisak7501ul
Mar 28, 2024
Amazing Tours! Denakile / Harar / Lalibella - I will come to say, that travelling Solo in any country can be sketchy... this is why I was glad when I found Enat Ethiopia Tours! Ashu and Akie are the man... took care of me the entire time. Enat Tours made me feel safe, comfortable, taken care of. From the Northern Afar Region to Lalibella to Harar, visiting Ethiopias Ancient Sites and Volacnic Regions was a crazy and spiritual experience. Akie my direct tour guide made sure I was taken care of from Semera to all the other Regions. Ashu was the main man who pulled all the strings, made the bookings, put me on the correct flights, contacted the drivers, coordinated with the hotel and was patient with my indecisiveness daily. He made it happen and is a spritiual down to earth man himself. I found a brother in him. Highly recommend. Make sure to sit down with these guys, here there stories, ask about their land. You will not be dissapointed. 5 stars!!
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Zelalemh2024
Mar 23, 2024
Magical experience - What a magical adventure in Dankile depression and volcano lifetime experience with my ake rasta, such an amazing professionalism and unlimited hospitality with a huge geological! Thank you so much for all ,100%reccomanded enat tours
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Senaytk2024
Mar 20, 2024
great experience - Great Experience in Dankile and Volcano, it was a fantastic trip with Aka Ashu, cant say more, was an extraordinary and lifetime hassling. Great Team and well organized company. highly recommended enat tours
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Leedepk
Apr 13, 2024
Not honest: told guests pass all cash to guide because airport restriction? - they told tourists that due to the airport restriction, tourists are not allowed to have local currency when leaving ethiopia, which requires the tourist pass all the birr cash to the guide. This is totally scam!!! Be careful!!
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