3 Days/2 Nights Dallol Depression & Erta'ale Volcano Tour

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Summary

DAY 1 MEKELE – ERTALE After compiling all logistics, we start early drive to Dodem (at the base of Erta Ale).Dodem is about 9.5km from Erta Ale and it takes about 3 hrs trekking. Early dinner around 17:00 and trek up to Erta Ale at 20:00 hours. Camels transport 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. OVERNIGHT CAMPING AT ERTALE’S RIM. DAY 2 ERTALE – AB’ALA Waking up early before sunrise and visit north crater descend from Erta Ale at around 6:00am. You will reach latest at 09:30 am at the camp, after breakfast time to relax. Return back to Ab’ala by dusk. OVERNIGHT CAMPING AT AB’ALA DAY 3 AB’ALA – DALLOL – MEKELE Morning tour drive to Ragad (Asebo), the place where the localities are mining salt and you will have the chance to look at the daily activity of breaking the salt from the ground. Drive ahead to Dallol and visit the difference landscape formed by volcanic activity; Dallol + Lake Assale + salt canon, camel caravans, follow up camel caravans and drive back to Hamedela for lunch and proceed to Mekele airport.

Tour info

Duration
3 days
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Why take this tour?

This tour allows travelers to experience a close-up view of an active volcano lake, the lowest inhabited place on earth and the beautiful picturesque landmarks of the Afar area.

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What’s included?

  • Lunch

  • Dinner

  • Breakfast

  • Bottled water

  • Camping Gear

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • All Fees and Taxes

  • Alcoholic Beverages

  • Snacks

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3 days

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Lal Ethiopia Tours

About operator:

The Lal Ethiopia Tours team believe in personalized experiences and sustainable travel. We provide tourists visiting Addis Ababa and surroundings with a chance to discover the beauty and charm of the country through professional service.

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