This option is for the 1 Night / 2 Days
Danakil Depression Tour. The first of 3 different tours we currently have on offer.
For a more eventful experience we’d definitely recommend our longer 3 or 4 day tours but of course if time is short or your looking for a more budget friendly option than this will be your best option.
Tour Description
This 2-day excursion takes you deep into Ethiopia’s Afar region to experience the Danakil Depression. On Day 1, you travel through changing scenery into the desert and relax at your accommodation. Day 2 features an early morning exploration of the area’s vast salt plains and unique geological formations before your return journey.
How Much Does This Tour Cost?
Prices begin at $395 per person
*Group discounts are negotiable by request. Contact us through our link here for more Information.
Your Itinerary
Here is what you can expect from our full 2 day tour to Danakil
Day 1 – Into the Danakil
We leave in the morning and make our way toward the Danakil Depression, enjoying the changing scenery as we travel deeper into the Afar region. Along the way, you’ll see the landscape transform into a vast and striking desert environment.
After arriving in the Danakil area, we explore the surrounding landscapes, take in the incredible views, and have time to relax at our accommodation before the next day’s adventure. (Overnight stay in Danakil area)
Day 2 – Discover the Danakil
We start early to make the most of the cooler hours. Today is about experiencing the unique character of the Danakil Depression—its vast salt landscapes, unusual geological formations, and the incredible scenery that makes this place so special.
After exploring, we begin our journey back, carrying with us an unforgettable experience from one of Ethiopia’s most extraordinary regions.
This is not just a quick visit to Danakil—it’s a short adventure into a landscape unlike anywhere else.
What’s Included:
- All domestic flights,
- 4WD transport with fuel and driver,
- All entrance fees,
- Local Afar guide,
- Campsites,
- Security support,
- Meals,
- Bottled water,
- Camal Ride (where applicable).
What to Bring
- Headlamp or flashlight,
- Small Backpack for Erta Ale (change of clothes etc.)
- Sunscreen,
- Sunglasses,
- Comfortable trekking/hiking Footwear
- Light Clothing,
- a Warm layer for the cold night. Hat and gloves may be good to have to.
- Personal first aid items and toiletries.
Other Tours To Danakil
- 3 Days / 2 Nights
- 4 Days / 3 Nights
