Danakil Depression

One of Earth's hottest, lowest places — active volcanoes and salt flats.

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Country

Ethiopia

Region

Afar Region

Best time

November–February

About Danakil Depression

The Danakil is the lowest point in Africa (-125m) and among the hottest — Erta Ale's permanent lava lake, Dallol's technicolour hydrothermal salts, and salt-caravan routes through a truly alien landscape.

Highlights

Erta Ale lava lake
Dallol hydrothermal field
Salt-caravan camel trails
Afar cultural encounters

Best time to visit

November–February

Itineraries

Tours that visit Danakil Depression

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Adventure & Active Challenging

Danakil Depression Expedition — 4 Days

Erta Ale lava lake by night + Dallol's technicolour sulfur springs — the hottest place on Earth.

✓All ground transport in a 4x4 convoy with experienced Afar-region drivers
✓Armed federal police escort and Afar local scouts (government-mandatory for all groups)
✓All park, protected-area, village and military permits and entry fees

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