6-Day Lalibela & Danakil Depression Adventure

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

Arrival in Addis Ababa – Fly to Lalibela

Arrive in Addis Ababa and take a domestic flight to Lalibela. In the afternoon, begin visiting the first group of the famous rock-hewn churches, carved from solid rock in the 12th century. These UNESCO World Heritage sites remain active places of worship and pilgrimage. Overnight in Lalibela.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Harbe Hotel - Lalibela

• Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lalibela – Second Group of Churches

After breakfast, explore the second group of Lalibela churches, connected by ancient tunnels and trenches. Visit the iconic Church of St. George, carved in the shape of a perfect cross and considered the highlight of Lalibela. Learn about the religious significance and architectural brilliance of this sacred site. Overnight in Lalibela.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Harbe Hotel - Lalibela

• Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Fly to Addis Ababa / Mekele – Drive to Danakil (Hamed Ela)

After breakfast, fly from Lalibela via Addis Ababa to Mekele. Upon arrival, meet your Danakil expedition team and begin the drive into the Danakil Depression. Travel through dramatic desert scenery, Afar villages, and endless salt flats before reaching Hamed Ela. Enjoy a traditional Afar-style dinner and experience a night of camping under the stars. Overnight camping.

Main Destination:

Danakil Depression (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Ahmed Ela Camp

• Budget bush camp located in Danakil Depression (Highlight)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Danakil Depression – Dallol & Lake Assale

Early morning visit to Dallol, one of the hottest places on Earth, famous for its colorful sulfur formations, salt pillars, and acidic pools. Continue to Lake Assale, the lowest point in Ethiopia, where you will see Afar salt miners cutting salt blocks by hand. Return to Hamed Ela. Overnight camping.

Main Destination:

Danakil Depression (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Ahmed Ela Camp

• Budget bush camp located in Danakil Depression (Highlight)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Erta Ale Volcano – Lava Lake

Drive toward Erta Ale Volcano and begin the trek to the crater in the late afternoon. This is a semi-participation experience, and guests are expected to assist lightly with personal gear and cooperate during the hike. As night falls, witness the spectacular, glowing lava lake—one of the few permanent lava lakes in the world and a truly unforgettable natural phenomenon. After time at the crater, return to camp near the volcano. Overnight camping.

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 Mekele – Fly to Addis Ababa

After breakfast, descend from Erta Ale and drive back to Mekele, passing through the stark and beautiful Danakil landscape. Upon arrival, take a domestic flight to Addis Ababa for your international departure or an overnight stay, depending on your flight schedule.

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.