3-Day Exploration and Sightseeing at the unique Danakil Depression
Highlights
Semera, Erta Ale, Mekele
nature, Volcano, Wildlife
Group Tour
3 Days
Medium
English
Description
Embark upon a thrilling 3-day adventure from Semera to Mekele, where you’ll explore Afdera’s Salt Lake, trek to the awe-inspiring Erta Ale volcano, and witness Dallol’s vibrant salt flats and sulfuric landscapes. Marvel at breathtaking sunsets over Lake Asale, experience traditional salt mining, and catch glimpses of camel caravans crossing the desert.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Semera - Afdera - Erta Ale
- 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.
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Day 2: Erta Ale - 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.
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Day 3: Dalloll - 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 arriving at 04:00pm.
- This concludes the tour.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
| Adult | |
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| 1 to 6 | /person |
| 7 to 20 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 6 | /person |
| 7 to 18 | /person |
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This is a group tour |
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