3 Days Dallol & Erta Ale Volcano Expedition – Afar Triangle
Overview
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3 days
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Venture into one of Earth’s most extreme environments with this 3-day guided expedition to the Danakil Depression, home to two of Ethiopia’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders: the active Erta Ale Volcano and the acid springs of Dallol. This adventure takes you through surreal salt landscapes, live lava flows, and Afar tribal lands — all while camping under desert skies.
Additional Info
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Mekele/Semera to Erta Ale Volcano
Accommodations
Overnight camping at the volcano rim with view of active lava lake
Semera
Pickup from Mekele or Semera 4WD drive through desert landscapes Dinner at base camp Evening hike (~3 hrs) to Erta Ale's crater
Erta Ale to Hamed Ela via Lake Asale
Accommodations
Overnight in Hamed Ela, desert hut accommodation
Erta Ale
Sunrise at the volcano Descend to base camp, breakfast Drive across vast salt plains Visit Lake Asale and salt miners
Dallol Exploration & Return
Semera
Morning visit to the Dallol hydrothermal fields See colorful acid springs, sulfur formations, and salt mountains Drive back to Mekele or Semera Tour ends late afternoon
What‘s Included
Professional English-speaking guide
Accommodation: desert huts/tents
4WD transportation with experienced drivers
Bottled water
Local security escort
Erta Ale & Dallol entrance fees
Pick-up and drop-off in Mekele or Semera
All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Camping equipment (tent, mattress, sleeping bags)
Domestic flights to Mekele/Semera
Personal travel insurance
Tips for drivers and guides
Alcoholic drinks and snacks
Pickup points
Sowirad Hotel
Ring Road Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Foyat Hotel
Bole Brass Near British School Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Abat Coffee And Guest House
2221 Cameroon Street Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Ethiopian Skylight Hotel
Airport Road Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Orange River
Bole Homes Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Best Western Plus Pearl Addis
Cameroon Street BL 03 721 Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Bole Skygate Hotel
Bole Sub City Woreda 13 Addis Ababa Ethiopia
AM Guest House
Bole International Airport Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Yabem Guest House
Africa Avenue Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Options
3 Days Dallol & Erta Ale Volcano Expedition – Afar Triangle
Pickup included
From US$641.03
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Operated by Experience Ethiopia Tours