Duration
5-Day
Awash National Park, Ethiopia
5-Day Danakil Depression & Awash National Park
Overview
Explore the extraordinary landscapes of Ethiopia's Danakil Depression, one of the hottest and most inhospitable places on Earth. Despite its harsh environment, the region is visually spectacular, with vibrant sulfur springs, salt flats, and active volcanoes. Continue your journey through Ethiopia's natural wonders with a visit to Awash National Park, home to wildlife, waterfalls, and natural hot springs.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Addis Ababa to Addis Ababa
Via Ahmed Ela (Village), Danakil Depression, Erta Ale Volcano (Danakil Depression)
Country & park
Ethiopia / Awash National Park
Style
Shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
12 years
Activities
Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle & air transfer
Accommodation
Budget camping Ahmed Ela (Village) – All Meals Included - Ahmed Ela (Village) – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
n/a* USD
$1,925 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
n/a* USD
$1,925 USD
Jan 1, 2028 - Dec 31, 2028
n/a* USD
$1,925 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
This tour is not available to single travelers.
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 12 years and older. Children under 18 receive a discount.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. Flights may cost more, depending on travel dates. If so, your quote will reflect this.
Quote flow
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Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
Ethiopia
Start
Addis Ababa (Day 1)
Day 1
Ahmed Ela (Village)
Day 2
Danakil Depression (Highlight)
Day 3
Erta Ale Volcano (Danakil Depression)
Day 4-5
Awash NP
End
Addis Ababa (Day 5)
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget tour includes camping and lodges.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 29 people per vehicle.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Not for single travelers
Single travelers cannot join this group tour.
12
Minimum age of 12 years
The minimum age for this tour is 12 years.
Activities & Transportation
Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle & air transfer
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Budget camping Ahmed Ela (Village) – All Meals Included
Ahmed Ela (Village) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 2
Budget camping Danakil Depression (Highlight) – All Meals Included
Danakil Depression (Highlight) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3
Ruftana Hotel
Mid-range hotel in Semera (Town) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
Doho Lodge & Hot Springs
Mid-range lodge just outside Awash NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
End of tour
(No accommodation)
All Meals Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Fly to Semera – Drive to Ahmed-Ale
Fly from Addis Ababa to Semera. Upon arrival, meet your driver and drive to Ahmed-Ale. Observe the lifestyle of the local Afar people along the way. After settling at the campsite, take a short break before visiting Lake Asale (Salt Lake), where you can swim and enjoy the dramatic sunset. On the return to camp, watch camel caravans transporting salt blocks across the desert, creating unforgettable views. Overnight: Camping at Ahmed-Ela. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Ahmed Ela (Village) Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Drive to Dallol – Erta Ale
Depart early to Dallol, one of the hottest places on Earth. Explore the colorful and surreal landscape created by sulfur springs and salt deposits. Continue to Erta Ale, a continuously active volcano with the world’s only permanent lava lake. Pass through fields of solidified lava rocks before arriving at the campsite. Trek to the crater rim to witness the glowing lava lake at sunset. Overnight: Open-air huts at Erta Ale campsite. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Danakil Depression (Highlight) Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Erta Ale – Lake Afdera – Semera
Wake early for a sunrise visit to the Erta Ale crater rim to witness volcanic activity in daylight. After breakfast, drive to Lake Afdera, a salt lake where you can swim and relax after your Danakil trek. In the afternoon, return to Semera for an overnight stay. Overnight: Hotel in Semera. Mid-range hotel located in Semera (Town) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Erta Ale Volcano (Danakil Depression) Stay: Ruftana Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Semera (Town) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Semera – Awash National Park
Drive from Semera to Awash National Park, famous for woodlands, grasslands, and the scenic Awash River. Explore the park, enjoying breathtaking views of the Awash Gorge. Visit natural hot springs, a palm-tree oasis, and a nearby lake for a relaxing swim. Overnight: Lodge within or near Awash National Park. Mid-range lodge located just outside Awash NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Awash National Park Stay: Doho Lodge & Hot Springs Mid-range lodge located just outside Awash NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Awash National Park – Addis Ababa
After breakfast, visit the Awash Falls and embark on a game drive to spot wildlife such as oryx, kudu, gazelles, olive baboons, and warthogs. In the afternoon, drive back to Addis Ababa. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a traditional Ethiopian restaurant featuring dancers and musicians representing various ethnic groups. Transfer to your hotel or the airport. End of Tour. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Awash National Park Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
Camping equipment
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All flights during the tour
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Sleeping bag
Bath towels
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Addis Ababa
Book your own international flights when using this operator
Fly to/from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD - Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Adefa Tours
4.8 operator rating
Adefa Tours is a perfect, easy tour provider in Ethiopia. As a licensed Tour operator with many years of experience, we have had the privilege of leading groups both large and small—students, adults, researchers, and business professionals—from across the world, including the United States, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, and many other European countries. Guiding visitors through our beautiful homeland is more than a profession—it is a joy.
Office In
Ethiopia
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2018)
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Ethiopia
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 12 years and older. Children under 18 receive a discount.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Budget camping Ahmed Ela (Village) – All Meals Included - Ahmed Ela (Village) – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Addis Ababa
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Adefa Tours, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Adefa Tours.
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