Lake Assal Day Trip from Djibouti
Overview
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The uniqueness and specificity of this circuit lies in three aspects: in addition to walking on the lowest place in Africa, during this excursion you will discover the caravan of salt ancestral practice of Afar tribes and also be immersed in the local culture.
finally and above all, even with the naked eye in the open air, the separation on the tectonic plates, a unique geological phenomenon in the world.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
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
Arta
On the going to reach the lake ASSAL, we will pass by ARTA town where there is a panoramic point on the expanse of the GULF OF TADJOURAH.
Lake Assal
On our way to Lake Assal, we will take a photography break at DIMBIYA, the Grand Canyon of Djibouti: this is an important site because it is the starting point of the Grand Rift Valley on the continent. African. the trip from ARTA to the DIMBIYA canyon is (1Hour) Still, on the way to Lake Assal, we will take a photography break at the panoramic point of view on the bay of GHOUBET EL KHARAB: this is an immense bay in the middle of which is frozen a large hill-shaped crater called Devil's Island. The GHOUBET EL KHARAB is an Arabic expression that means abyss of the demon. the guide will explain why on the ground. (25 mins)
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Pickup points
Ras Dika Hotel
Rue d'Ethiopie Djibouti Djibouti
Ambouli Airport
Djibouti Djibouti
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Lake Assal Day Trip from Djibouti
Pickup included
Reviews
54 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic day trips.
leemE7208VL,,Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Moussa is a fantastic guide, easy going, funny and knows Djibouti 🇩🇯 as well as anyone. He took us to places i didn't even know existed. Thanks 👍
Trip a must if you are in Djibouti or even as side trip from Ethiopia
Bengali-in-Cambridge,,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Djibouti has a lot to offer for some adventure-minded tourists. The saline low-lying Lake Assal day trip combined with Dimbya Canyon is a definite highlight. Though the lake was not covered with salt when i went due to recent rains, the mountain-circled scenery was great. So was the volcanic side with gaps between tectonic plates being visible and signs of hot smoke coming through all being clearly visible. There is enough written about Dimbya Canyon but when you see it, it is spectacular. The trip with a private car was very well organised. My French was not good enough but the agency provided someone who had knowledge and also translated the driver's French. Don't worry too much - the scenery speaks for itself! If you are in Djibiuti - or even as a side trip from Ethiopia - one well-worth doing.
Wonderful guide and driver!!
julienbruns,,Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our driver, Moussa, and guide was absolutely wonderful! He gave us such a great experience touring Djibouti!! He is knowledgeable, personable, and very accommodating!
Moussa is amazing!
wheelstravels1,,Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My sister, mom, and I did a day trip to Lake Assal and the Salt Flats with Moussa. He is amazing! We felt safe the entire time, had great conversation, and really enjoyed his energy. Everything was perfect. I highly recommend Moussa for your trip to Djibouti!
Nice experience
Maxim P,,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great organization, the guide Hassan spoke excellent English, everything was in time and as promised. Would go with them again.
Thumbs up!
erikm552,,Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a great daytrip to lake Assal. The scenery was out of this world! Highly recommended if you visit Djibouti 😊 It really feels like you are on a different planet.
Great experience with Moussa
GlobetrottingChic,,Jul 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful two day trip to Lake Abbe and Lake Assal with Moussa. One of the things that struck me about him, before I got to Djibouti was that he was very responsive via WhatsApp and communicated with me the entire time. He's a jovial character and made it fun to be on this two day trip. I would highly recommend him and would use him again when I return to Djibouti. Thanks for everything, Moussa!
Amazing day trip in Djibouti
761hesterm,,Jun 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely incredible trip to Lac Assal. Moussa was a brilliant guide and companion for the day - I learnt so much about Djibouti, had such interesting chats and a lot of fun. We saw the Lac, start of the rift valley, beaches, canyons and even spotted a turtle swimming in the sea. Highly recommend!
Great!
aureliec684,,May 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks to the Massigo Travel team and especially to AbdAllah and Muhammad who were amazing. They explained a lot to me about Djibouti and its specificities, always very kind and really very nice. My visits would not have been the same without them Thanks also to Moussa for coordinating everything
Excellent visits in an end of the world setting.
125joellev,,May 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went to Lake Abbot in 2 days and visited Lake Assal in one day. Extraordinary landscapes, complete change of scenery with drivers and guides very interesting and documented. Very relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Days full of discoveries. Congratulations to Moussa and his team Mohamed and Abdoula.
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