6-Day Lalibela Churchs and Danakil Depression

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Fly from Addis Ababa to Lalibela

Arrive in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia’s lively capital. Visit the National Museum, home to the famous fossil Lucy, and drive to Entoto Hills for sweeping city views. Explore St. Mary’s Church and Menelik II Palace, then shop for traditional handwoven textiles at Shiro Meda Market. End your day at the bustling Merkato, one of Africa’s largest open-air markets.
Overnight: Hotel in Addis Ababa.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Jano Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City)

+7 Photos

+6 Photos

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Fly from Addis to Lalibela the 8 wonders of the world

Fly to Lalibela, the spiritual heart of Ethiopia. After check-in at Sora Lodge, begin exploring the first cluster of rock-hewn churches, including the magnificent Bete Giorgis (St. George), carved in the shape of a cross and perfectly preserved for over 800 years.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Hill Top Lodge Lalibela

• Mid-range lodge located in Lalibela (Town)

+6 Photos

+5 Photos

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Fly back to Addis Ababa

After breakfast, continue your exploration with the northern cluster of churches, featuring Bet Medhane Alem, the world’s largest rock-hewn church. Wander through hidden tunnels and ancient courtyards before flying back to Addis Ababa in the afternoon.
Overnight: Hotel in Addis Ababa.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Jano Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Addis Ababa Fly to Semera – Journey to the Danakil Depression

Fly to Semera and drive into the heart of the Danakil Depression, one of the hottest and lowest places on Earth. Stop in Afdera to witness traditional salt mining before reaching Hamed Ela. Spend a magical night under a blanket of stars.
Overnight: Camping in Hamed Ela.

Main Destination:

Hamad Ela (Village)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Dallol & Erta Ale Volcano Experience

Explore Dallol, a surreal landscape of neon-colored hot springs, salt canyons, and bubbling sulfur pools. Continue to Erta Ale Volcano, one of the few continuously active lava lakes on the planet. Hike to the rim at sunset to watch molten lava glow beneath the stars — a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Overnight: Camping near Erta Ale Volcano.

Main Destination:

Erta Ale Volcano (Danakil Depression)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Return to Semera –Fly to Addis Ababa – Departure

Enjoy sunrise over the Danakil plains, then drive back to Semera and fly to Addis Ababa. If time allows, enjoy a farewell dinner at a traditional Ethiopian restaurant with cultural dance before your evening transfer to the airport.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.