Danakil Depression and Lalibela 5 Days Tours
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Is Danakil Depression and Lalibela 5 Days Tours worth booking?
Danakil Depression and Lalibela 5 Days Tours is a 26-hour experience in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from $890 per person. It scores 67 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 32 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 67 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (32)
- Duration
- 26 hours
- From
- $890 per person
This tours are very unique that will bring a chance of seeing the amazing nature of the Danakil Depression and the priceless historical sights of Lalibela Rock Hewan Churches
What you get
- Car with professional driver
- Danakil Depression 1st day Lunch & Dinner, 2nd D Breakfast ,Lunch & Dinner, 3rd D Breakfast & Lunch
- Camping Materials at Danakil Depression
- English Speaking professional Guide
- Entrance and scout fees
About this experience
This tours are very unique that will bring a chance of seeing the amazing nature of the Danakil Depression and the priceless historical sights of Lalibela Rock Hewan Churches
What's included
Included
- Car with professional driver
- Danakil Depression 1st day Lunch & Dinner, 2nd D Breakfast ,Lunch & Dinner, 3rd D Breakfast & Lunch
- Camping Materials at Danakil Depression
- English Speaking professional Guide
- Entrance and scout fees
Not included
- Local flights
- Alcohol drinks
- Gratitude and other related expense for per personal nature
- Lunch and Dinner at Lalibela & Addis Ababa
- Hotels (Accommodation ) at Addis Ababa & Lalibela
What you'll see and do
Danakil Depression
Day 01 Fly Addis Ababa to Semera and drive to Ahmed Ella You will meet our staff upon arrival at Semera airport and drive to Ahmed Ella visiting beautiful landscape of solidified lava, rock, sand and occasional palm lined oasis after you pass several small hamlets start visiting Ahmad Ella village total population of more than 500 people to see the life style of the local Afar people. Finally, precede to Salt Lake Asale a huge salty lake where you will swim in a natural pool while enjoying sunset reflections of the salty ground. Overnight camping at Ahmed Ella
600 minutes here · Admission included
Erta Ale
Day 02 Visit Dallol Then Drive to Erta Ale After breakfast you will drive to Dallol and visit the difference landscape formed by volcanic activity (125 meter below sea level, one of the lowest and hottest places in the world) colourful salts mining and different terrestrial places formed by volcanic activity like bubbling oily lake creates a different experience of your trip. Then we back to Ahmad Ella for lunch then proceed to Erta Ale. We spend the night watching the dramatic action of the boiling lava. Erta Ale ranks one of the most alluring and physically challenging natural attractions anywhere in Ethiopia. It is a shield volcano with a base diameter of 30 km and 1km square caldera at its summit. Erta Ale contains the world’s only permanent lava lake. Erta Ale is 613 meters, with a lava lake, one of only five in the world, at the summit. It is notable for being the longest existing lava lake, present since the early years of the twentieth century. Overnight camping at Erta Ale
360 minutes here · Admission included
Day 03 Drive Erta Ale - Lake Afdera – Semera and Fly to Addis After Breakfast we will drive to Afdera it is used for salt extraction. It is named after the saline Lake Afdera, located in the southern part of the Afar Depression. It is a major source of salt extraction in Ethiopia, where the Lake water is pumped to saltpans for solar evaporation. After lunch we will continue the trip to Semera airport your flight to Addis Ababa.
120 minutes here
Lalibela
Day 04 Fly Addis Ababa to Lalibela You will meet upon arrival at Lalibela airport and take to your Hotel. After lunch you will Visit the first group of seven churches lie in rock cradles one behind the other: Bet Golgotha, Bet Mika'el, Bet Maryam, Bet Meskel, Bet Danagl and Bet Medhane Alem. Bet Medhane Alem, the largest one, is built like a Greek Temple and its stone floor is so polished by the countless numbers of visitors that it reflects shafts of light from apertures in the walls high above. In a corner are three empty graves symbolically dug for biblical patriarchs Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. Later you will visit of the other groups of Rock churches of Lalibela Bet Giyorgis, possibly the most elegant of all the Lalibela churches which lies somewhat isolated in the southwest part of the village on a sloping rock terrace.
240 minutes here
Addis Ababa
Day 05 Fly Lalibela to Addis Ababa In the morning after breakfast you will visit the remaining churches of Lalibela like Bete Gabriel, Bete Marqorios, Bete Emmanuel, and Bete Aba Libanos. Later drive to airport your flight to Addis Ababa.
240 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Aman Ethiopia Tours And Travel Agent
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Good to know
- Duration
- 26 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 14+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $890 to $1900
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 11
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 67
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Danakil Depression and Lalibela 5 Days Tours: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Addis Ababa.
How much does Danakil Depression and Lalibela 5 Days Tours cost?
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Prices start at $890 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Addis Ababa usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Danakil Depression and Lalibela 5 Days Tours take?
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Plan for about 26 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Addis Ababa is not rushed.
Is Danakil Depression and Lalibela 5 Days Tours worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 67 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 32 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Addis Ababa, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Danakil Depression and Lalibela 5 Days Tours?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Danakil Depression and Lalibela 5 Days Tours suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 14. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 26-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Danakil Depression and Lalibela 5 Days Tours?
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Around 11 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Addis Ababa can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Addis Ababa and add a light layer if any part of the 26-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Danakil Depression and Lalibela 5 Days Tours start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Addis Ababa within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Addis Ababa?
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On Outty we rank every Addis Ababa experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Addis Ababa Authentic Private City Tour, Full Day Tour of Addis Ababa with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off, Day Trip From Addis Ababa See Historical Monastery,Stunning Nature,Animals,Birds. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Addis Ababa?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Addis Ababa?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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