Danakil Depression Tours – Explore Ethiopia’s Hottest and Most Otherworldly Destination
Discover the raw beauty of the Danakil Depression—a land of lava lakes, acid springs, and salt plains unlike anywhere else on Earth. Located in Ethiopia’s remote Afar Region, this is one of the hottest, driest, and lowest places on the planet. Our group Danakil tours offer safe, immersive, and expertly guided access to this surreal destination, with daily departures from Semera.Whether you’re watching the sunrise over Dallol’s technicolor hot springs, hiking to the rim of the active Erta Ale volcano, or floating in the hypersaline waters of Lake Karum, every moment here feels like stepping onto another planet.
Our Danakil Depression Tour Packages
We offer daily group departures from Semera, with 3-day, 4-day, and private custom options available. All tours include experienced local guides, 4WD transportation, camping gear, meals, and security escorts.
3 Days / 2 Nights Danakil Depression Tour (Group Tour – Daily Departure from Semera)
Itinerary Highlights:
- Day 1: Fly to Semera, transfer to Hamedela via 4WD. Sunset at Lake Assale.
- Day 2: Visit Dallol geothermal fields, salt caves, Karum Salt Lake, then drive to Erta Ale Volcano. Night hike and lava lake view.
- Day 3: Return via Lake Afdera, then back to Semera for flight to Addis Ababa.
Group Tour Price (Per Person):
- 2–3 travelers: from USD 500
- 4–5 travelers: from USD 450
- 6+ travelers: from USD 400
Note: Flights Addis–Semera–Addis are not included and can be arranged upon request.
Why Visit the Danakil Depression?
Located in northeastern Ethiopia along the Afar Triangle, the Danakil Depression is one of the lowest, driest, and hottest places on Earth. With temperatures often exceeding 45°C (113°F), this region offers a landscape like no other: volcanic craters, acidic hot springs, salt lakes, and active lava flows.
Visiting Danakil is like stepping onto another planet. From the neon-colored sulfur formations of Dallol to the dramatic eruptions at Erta Ale Volcano, every moment is charged with geological wonder and Afar culture.
What’s Included in Our Danakil Tours
•Airport pickup in Semera
•Professional drivers and guides
•Government tourism representatives & police escort
•Full camping setup: mattress, pillow, clean bedding
•Cook and daily meals
•Bottled drinking water (6 liters/day per person)
•All entrance and permit fees
Top Attractions in the Danakil Depression
•Dallol: A kaleidoscope of sulfur springs, acid pools, and mineral chimneys
•Lake Assale: Expansive salt flats and Afar salt miners in action
•Erta Ale: One of the world’s few continuously active lava lakes
•Lake Afdera: Salt lake below sea level with traditional Afar salt farming
•Afar Culture: Meet the resilient Afar people who inhabit this extreme region
Is Danakil Safe?
Yes, all tours are conducted with official permits, local police escort, and experienced road leaders. We ensure both safety and comfort while traveling through this remote terrain.
Ready to Explore? Book Your Danakil Adventure Today!
Experience the wildest corner of Ethiopia with a team that knows it best. Contact us today to reserve your Danakil Depression tour or customize your itinerary with extensions to Lalibela, Lalibela, or the Omo Valley