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Ethiopia's Danakil Depression; 6 Days / 5 Nights
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Cutting salt bricks in Ethiopia's Danakil Depression.
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Tour Itinerary DD05
This excursion can also be added to the end of other tours that go to different parts of the country, such as the Omo Valley or Historic North. This tour does not always have pre-scheduled departure dates.
Day 01 Addis Ababa - Mekele
Optional morning visit to Ethnographic and National Museums in Addis Ababa. In the afternoon, fly to Mekele on Ethiopian Airlines. Overnight Hotel (L, D) Day 02 Mekele - Ahmedela
Meet support vehicles and drive to Ahmedela via Berhaile. Make camp, and see camel caravans passing against a backdrop of dramatic sunsets. Overnight Camping (B, L, D) Day 03 Lake Asale and Dalol Excursion
Visit Lake Asale and watch the salt workers as they cut bricks of salt from the lake bed. The bricks are then sold on the market and loaded on camel caravans for transport to the highlands. Proceed to Dalol and view the dramatic and colorful geological formations caused by the hot springs rich in sulfur, potash, and salt. Overnight Camping (B, L, D) Day 04 Trek to Erta Alle
Drive to Dodom. Trek 15 kilometers to the Erta Alle volcano lake, 613 meters above sea level. Arrive at Erta Alle around midnight and walk to see the spectacular volcanic eruption. Set up camp and rest. Overnight Camping (B, L, D) Day 05 Return to Mekele
Return trek to Dodom. Drive to Mekele. Overnight Hotel (B, L, D) Day 06 Mekele - Addis Ababa
Fly to Addis Ababa on Ethiopian Airlines. Evening, enjoy a Farewell dinner at a traditional Ethiopian restaurant featuring dancers and musicians representing some of the country's many ethnic groups. Transfer to airport for late night departure if needed. (B, L, D) End of Tour
(Awaze Tours will arrange additional hotel nights in Addis Ababa upon request.) |
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Camel Caravan in Danakil Depression.
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