From Addis Ababa: 4-Day Erta Ale Volcano Tour with Flights

Discover the Danakil Depression on a 4-day tour from Addis Ababa. Trek to the summit of Erta Ale, explore Dallol's hydrothermal formations, and witness traditional salt mining.
Day 1: Addis Ababa – Semera – Erta Ale

Take a morning flight from Addis Ababa to Semera. Upon arrival, meet your guide and begin the drive through the spectacular landscapes of the Afar Depression. Pass local villages, volcanic fields, and desert scenery before reaching the base of Erta Ale. In the late afternoon, start the trek to the summit of the volcano. Enjoy breathtaking views of the active lava lake and spend the night camping near the crater.

Day 2: Erta Ale – Hamed Ela

Wake up early to witness the sunrise over Erta Ale Volcano. After descending from the summit, continue by vehicle to Hamed Ela, a small settlement in the heart of the Danakil Depression. Along the way, enjoy the dramatic desert landscapes and learn about the culture and traditions of the Afar people. Overnight at a camp or basic accommodation.

Day 3: Dallol and Salt Flats Exploration

After an early breakfast, visit Dallol, one of the most extraordinary geological sites in the world. Explore its colorful hydrothermal formations, sulfur springs, and salt canyons. Continue to the vast salt flats where local miners extract salt using traditional methods. Watch camel caravans carrying salt blocks across the desert before returning to Hamed Ela for overnight.

Day 4: Hamed Ela – Semera – Addis Ababa

After breakfast, drive back to Semera through the remarkable landscapes of the Afar Region. Upon arrival, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Addis Ababa, bringing your unforgettable Danakil and Erta Ale adventure to an end.

Para garantizar la disponibilidad de la reserva lo antes posible. Vale la pena reservar con antelación, especialmente si planeas el viaje durante la temporada alta, como los días festivos o los fines de semana.

Esta excursión se puede cancelar sin costo alguno hasta :tiempo de cancelación horas antes del inicio del viaje. Si lo cancela después de 24 horas o no se presenta en la excursión, se le cobrará el precio total de la actividad. El retraso en la recogida o en la salida se considerará como no presentarse.