Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night | Start/End: Mekele
Explore one of the hottest and most otherworldly places on Earth — the Danakil Depression. Witness colorful sulfur springs, salt flats, and the dramatic landscapes of Ethiopia’s Afar region.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Mekele → Hamed Ela
* Depart Mekele early morning (approx. 10:00 AM)
* Drive through stunning desert landscapes to Hamed Ila
* Lunch en route, experience Afar village culture
* Continue to Hamed Ela, a remote desert outpost
* Sunset at salt flats – Lake Ass Ale
* Traditional dinner prepared by local team
* Overnight: Open-air sleeping under the stars or basic shared hut (camp-style
Day 2: Hamed Ela → Dallol → Mekele
* Early morning drive to Dallol
* Visit the colorful acidic springs of Dallol Volcano Sulfur bounds, neon green pools, mineral formations
* Explore:Salt canyons Mushroom-like salt pillars, “Yellow Lake” and other formations
* Spectacular photography opportunities
* Breakfast after the tour at Hamed Ela
* Return drive to Mekele (arrive by late afternoon)
* Optional transfer to Mekele Airport or hotel drop-off
Tour Highlights
* Visit the Dallol Hydrothermal Fields – Earth's hottest inhabited area
* Witness camel caravans transporting salt slabs
* Explore bizarre salt landscapes, geysers, and sulfur fields
* Sleep under the stars in one of the world’s most remote regions
* Learn about the traditional Afar salt mining culture
What’s Included
✅ 4x4 transportation (air-conditioned)
✅ Local Afar scout and licensed tour guide
✅ Accommodation (basic camp or hut)
✅ All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
✅ Drinking water, snacks, and coffee
✅ Park entry & security fees
Not recommended for travelers with health issues due to extreme heat and remote conditions
Pricing
Group Size Price Per Person
1 Person $400
2–3 People $300
4–6 People $240
7+ People Contact Us
Group discounts available. Shared tour options possible depending on the season.
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Or toursethio7@gmail.com
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📅 Daily departures from Mekele – best season: October to March