in response to recent high activitiy in the Southern crater and growing lava lake (Danakil desert, Ethiopia)












the lava lake with approx. 200 meters in diameter continues to occupy the central part of the southern crater and is clearly visible and it show signs of constant activity related to the gradual widening of its walls.
For those quick to decide, we offer this Volcano Special tour to watch it and to visit the other best sites of Euthiopia.
- 2 nights and 1 full day on the summit of Erta Ale active volcano
- Exploration of fascinating Dallol
- Visit and swim in Afdera Salt Lake
- Small international group
- Excellent Ethiopian volcanologist as main guide
- VolcanoDiscovery guide Tobias Schorr
- Dedicated supply vehicle with experienced cook
- Competent and friendly local team and drivers
- Interaction with local people, introduction into local customs
- Experience - we organise Danakil adventures since 2007
8-days itinerary
Arrival at Semera Airport and meeting by Enku, Volcano Discovery Ethiopia Expedition Leader. Briefing about General Ethiopian Geology , Main Ethiopian Rift valley System, Afar / Ethiopian People and culture, Ethiopian Volcanoes and finally about the whole program. In the afternoon visist of Lake Afambo which is about 84Km from Semera and discover the chained lakes of Lake Afambo and Gummare. Return back to Asaita. Overnight at Local Hotel in Asaita small town.
Drive along the main road from Semera to Serdo, then turn northward through a volcanic desert landscape into the Danakil depression - campsite at the shore of Afdera salt lake.
Drive to the Summit of Active Lava Lake of Erta Ale. After processing the permit with the local administration of Erta Ale area proceed to the base camp where the cars will be parked.
After relaxed light dinner, we will have 30 Minutes'walk to the Summit crater of Erta Ale. Overnight camping at the Summit crater, open Air without tents (Only Sleeping bags and mattress).
Full day and night on Erta Ale to observe the volcanic activity and phenomena in the summit caldera
Drive to Dallol. Overnight Camping at Ahmed Ela Small village with open air / Million star Hotel
Early morning visit of Dallol with Salt Domes and geothermal pools. After completing the visit the drive will proceed back to Afdera for overnight at the Lake Shore. Camping at Afdera Lake.
drive to Logia town and proceed to Allalobad (the water of Allah) Geothermal site. Return back to small town of Logia. Overnaight at Logia Local Hotel / Nazareth Hotel. Farewell Dinner
Fly back to Addis and take your international flight back home .
City tour in Addis Abeba can be organized for extra charge or extension program to Lalibela or Semien mountains
Point de départ:
To allow for maximum flexibility for individual participants travel plans, this volcano special expedition starts and ends in Semera. The airline company that service this airport is Ethiopian Airlines. One can easily book this domestic flight from and to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia´s capital, as there are some daily connections. Or you may try to book the tickets: Your place - Addis Ababa-Semera (sometimes it is possible to avoid the night in Addis Ababa). In case you have a stop for a night in Addis Ababa, it is a good chance to get to know the capital of Ethiopia. Your flights to and from Ethiopia are not included as default since we have participants from all over the world. However, please do feel free to contact us if you would like any assistance with finding the best flight connections for you!
Difficulté: Modérée
Groupe: 3-10
Durée: 8 days
Départs:
Départs sur commande possibles4-11 déc. 2022
Prix (p. p.): $ 2590 €£¥
Le prix comprend:
- Accommodation in double rooms / tents
- Full board from dinner on the first day until breakfast after last hotel night
- Drinking water
- Professional Ethiopian guide who is an English-speaking geologist
- VolcanoDiscovery guide
- Private transport in 4WD vehicles
- Experienced 4WD drivers and cook
- Full camping equipment
- Camels, camel drivers and porters to and from Erta Ale´s summit
- Armed Afar guards and guides on Erta Ale
- Tips for local staff (camel drivers, guards, local guides, ...)
Encadrement:
Enku is the main guide on all our Danakil volcano expeditions. After obtaining a Diploma in Travel Organising and completing his BSc in Geology at the University of Addis Ababa, he spend 10 years traveling through Ethiopia whilst working both as free-lance travel guide and a contracted mining geologist for different oil and gold mining companies. Since 2006 he specialised in geological travel guidance for the Danakil depression and hence has lots of experience and competence in organizing expeditions to Erta Ale and Dallol. He likes to share his vast knowledge on the geology of the Danakil but will also gladly answer any questions you might have regarding Ethiopia´s fauna and flora, culture, history, food or traditions!