3 days Danakil Depression Tour from Semera
About the Danakil Depression
The Danakil Desert, located in Ethiopia, is a geological marvel characterized by its surreal landscape. This region features vivid hot springs, sulfuric acid pools, and active volcano lakes, all shaped by unique tectonic activity. The desert sits at the intersection of the Somalian, Arabian, and African tectonic plates, which are diverging at a rate of 3 cm per year. This movement thins the Earth's crust, exposing the surface to intense volcanic activity and creating one of the most extreme and fascinating environments on the planet.
3 days Danakil Depression Tour Itinerary
Day 1, Semera - Afdera - Ertale
At 8:00 AM, our guide and driver will pick you up from Semera Airport and drive you to the Erta Ale Base Camp. Along the way, we will take a lunch break in the town of Afdera, known for its proximity to the Salt Lake where you can swim and float. Afterward, we will continue with a relaxed and leisurely drive to the ErtaAle base camp. Overnight camping will be near the ErtaAle volcano.
Day 2, Ertale - Dallol
Starting at 8:30 AM, you will depart from the base camp in ErtaAle. By 4:00 PM, you will arrive in Hamedela. From there, you will proceed to Lake Asale salt flats to enjoy a breathtaking sunset and observe splendid camel caravans transporting salt from lake Asale. Overnight camping will be in Hamedela.
Day 3, Dallol - Mekele
On this day, you will visit the colorful Dallol mountain, observe camel caravans, explore the Lake Asale salt flats, witness traditional salt excavating methods, see sulfuric acid ponds, and have the opportunity to swim in the Salt Lake. Finally, we will drive back to Mekele, arriving at 4:30 PM. Alternatively, we can drive to Semera. This concludes the tour.
What to pack for the Danakil: Torch lights and headlamps, Trekking shoes and sandals, Trekking pants and shorts, along with Sleeping bag.
Our Three Types of Package Tours:
Private Photography Tour: Tailored for photographers, families, or honeymooners. Price depends on the number of travelers.
Small Group Tour: Join a group of fewer than 10 travelers, with each person getting a window seat in a Land Cruiser. Price is
Package Price Includes: domestic flights, Entrance fees, security fees, a world-class cook and meals, camping gear (mattress, clean bedsheets), latest model Land Cruisers, fuel, driver, informative tour guide, and unlimited mineral water.
Booking Confirmation: To secure your reservation for this tour, a deposit of 10% of the total bill is required at the time of booking.
Balance Payment: The remaining balance must be settled upon arrival prior to the start of the tour.
Advance Preparation: The Danakil Depression 3 days tour requires advance preparation. Passport copy is demanded upon booking.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made more than 3 days prior to the tour start date: Full refund of the deposit, minus any non-refundable fees will be done within 1 week. Cancellations made less than 3 days prior to the tour start date: No refund.
Changes or Amendments: Changes or amendments to the tour dates or itinerary may be possible, subject to availability and agreement between both parties. Additional charges may apply for changes made within 7 days of the tour start date.
Please review the itinerary, if you have any further inquiries or suggestions to add up, please don't hesitate to contact us.
