3 day trip to the Danakil depression through Semera
Day 1. Addis-Semera-Afdera-Danakil Depression (HamadEla)
- Take the morning flight (8:15 am) from Addis Ababa to Semera; we’ll pick you up at Semera airport and drive to Afdera.
- Have lunch in Afdera before continuing our journey to HamadEla.
- Enjoy swimming in a saltwater pool.
- Visits include:
• Observing camel caravans returning from the salt mines to HamadEla and the highland areas (subject to availability)
• Watching sunset over Lake Asale/Karum.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight outside under the stars in HamadEla
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**Day 2. Danakil Depression (Dallol) – ErtaAle**
- Morning activities:
• Visiting Dallol Volcano
• Exploring Salt Mountains (canyons)
• Viewing Sulphur Lake
• Witnessing camel caravans and traditional salt mining operations (availability permitting)
- Return to HamadEla by vehicle, enjoy lunch, then continue to ErtaAle.
- Trek (approximately 30–40 minutes—camel rides are an option if desired) to reach the summit of Mount ErtaAle.
- Nighttime visit to view the active volcano (Lava Lake).
- Hike (approx. 30–40 minutes) back to the campsite.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Stay outdoors or inside nearby huts
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**Day 3. Danakil Depression (ErtaAle) – Afdera – Semera – Addis**
- Optional early morning revisit to ErtaAle Volcano (Lava Lake).
- Post-breakfast departure to Afdera. Swimming opportunities at Lake Afrera followed by bathing in geothermal hot springs.
- Continue onward after lunch in Afdera via road transport to Semera. Transfer to Semera Airport for afternoon flight (5 pm) back to Addis Ababa.
Meals included: Breakfast and Lunch
Tour package cost: $400 per person
*Note: Itinerary subject to change based on weather conditions and other factors.*