$1,320 pp (USD)
2 travelers on Start dateExploring Northeast Ethiopia reveals the ancient rock-hewn churches of Tigray—including Abuna Yemat, Maryam korkor, and Abuna Abraham—carved with astonishing detail high in cliff faces. From there, the iconic Obelisk of Axum stands as a monumental link to Ethiopia’s ancient empires. The Afar region hosts the Danakil Depression, with hot springs and salt flats, while Erta Ale remains the region’s most active volcano, offering dramatic lava lake vistas and stark desert landscapes.
Route
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| Start | Addis Ababa (Day 1) |
| Day 2 | Axum (City) |
| Day 3 | Hawzen (Town) |
| Day 4 | Gheralta (Mountain Range) |
| Day 5 | Hawzen (Town) |
| Day 6 | Danakil Depression (Highlight) |
| Day 7-8 | Erta Ale Volcano (Danakil Depression) |
| End | Addis Ababa (Day 8) |
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget tour includes camping and lodges.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 12 people per vehicle.
Cannot be customized
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
Minimum age of 7 years
The minimum age for this tour is 7 years.
Activities & Transportation
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Activities: walking safaris (with an armed guide) & nature hikes/walks
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Getting around: minivan, hiking/walking & air transfer
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A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
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Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
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DayAccommodationMeals
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1All Meals Included
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2All Meals Included
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3-4All Meals Included
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5All Meals Included
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6Budget camping Danakil Depression (Highlight)All Meals Included
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7Budget camping Erta Ale Volcano (Danakil Depression)All Meals Included
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8End of tour
(No accommodation)All Meals Included
