Duration
4-Day
Accra, Ethiopia
4-Day Dankil Depression Adventure
Overview
Dankil Depression Adventure takes you to one of the most extreme landscapes on Earth. the Dankil Depression is home to breathtaking volcanic activity, surreal salt flats, colorful hot springs, and unique wildlife. Experience the Danakil Depression's extreme heat and geological wonders, including lava lakes, salt mining operations, and the vast, empty desert. This is an adventure for the bold and curious, offering a once-in-a-lifetime experience in one of the hottest places on the planet.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Addis Ababa to Addis Ababa
Via Danakil Depression, Erta Ale Volcano (Danakil Depression), Mekele (City)
Country & park
Ethiopia
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
6 years
Activities
game drives & nature hikes/walks
Accommodation
Ahmed Ela Camp Budget bush camp in Danakil Depression (Highlight) – All Meals Included - Budget bush camp in Danakil Depression (Highlight) – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included; Breakfast & Lunch Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$1,540 USD
$1,485 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
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 6 years and older.
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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Route
country
Ethiopia
Start
Addis Ababa (Day 1)
Day 1-2
Danakil Depression (Highlight)
Day 3
Erta Ale Volcano (Danakil Depression)
Day 4
Mekele (City)
End
Addis Ababa (Day 4)
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget tour uses bush camps.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
6
Minimum age of 6 years
The minimum age for this tour is 6 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives & nature hikes/walks
Game drives: normal 4x4 vehicle & pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle, normal 4x4 vehicle & air transfer
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-3
Ahmed Ela Camp Budget bush camp in Danakil Depression (Highlight) – All Meals Included
Budget bush camp in Danakil Depression (Highlight) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch 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
Arrival in Mekelle & Travel to the Danakil Depression
Morning: Arrive in Mekelle (the capital of Tigray Region) and meet your guide. Afternoon: Begin your journey to the Danakil Depression, passing through dramatic landscapes, salt plains, and desert terrain. Evening: Overnight stay at a camp or simple lodge in the Danakil Depression. Budget bush camp located in Danakil Depression (Highlight) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Danakil Depression (Highlight) Stay: Ahmed Ela Camp Budget bush camp located in Danakil Depression (Highlight) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Explore the Danakil Depressions Highlights
Morning: Visit the Afdera Salt Flats, where local salt miners extract salt using traditional methods. Afternoon: Explore Erta Ale Volcano—one of the most active volcanoes in the world, famous for its lava lake. A true highlight of the trip. Evening: Spend the night camping near Erta Ale, witnessing the volcano’s fiery glow. Budget bush camp located in Danakil Depression (Highlight) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Danakil Depression (Highlight) Stay: Ahmed Ela Camp Budget bush camp located in Danakil Depression (Highlight) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Dallol Hot Springs & Salt Mines
Morning: Head to the Dallol Hot Springs, an otherworldly landscape with vivid yellow, orange, and green hot springs. Afternoon: Explore the salt mines of the Danakil Depression and interact with local salt miners. Evening: Overnight stay at a local camp or lodge. Budget bush camp located in Danakil Depression (Highlight) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Erta Ale Volcano (Danakil Depression) Stay: Ahmed Ela Camp Budget bush camp located in Danakil Depression (Highlight) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Return to Mekelle & Departure
Morning: Begin the return journey to Mekelle. Afternoon: Enjoy a brief city tour in Mekelle, where you can visit historical sites and have lunch. Evening: Depart from Mekelle or transfer to your next destination. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Mekele (City) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
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)
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)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
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
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
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
Addis Gize Tour
4.8 operator rating
Addis Gize Tour is a reliable Ethiopian tour operator based in Addis Ababa, offering unforgettable travel experiences across Ethiopia. We specialize in Omo Valley cultural tours, Danakil Depression adventures, Simien Mountains trekking, and tailor-made private and group tours with experienced local guides.
Office In
Ethiopia
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2023)
Tour Types
Custom mid-range 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 6 years and older.
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 changes to this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Ahmed Ela Camp Budget bush camp in Danakil Depression (Highlight) – All Meals Included - Budget bush camp in Danakil Depression (Highlight) – 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 Addis Gize Tour, 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.
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