Ethiopia · 3-DAY EXPERIENCES
A shortlist worth forwarding: 15 3-day experiences that hold up, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the thing to check before you commit.
Review of the 3-day Danakil Depression tour, with Erta Ale, Dallol, salt caravans, costs, camping, safety, and practical advice.
“Really well-organized and impressive tour! Can only recommend doing it. But be sure what standards to expect when travelling through the poorest region of Ethiopia.”
Review of a 3-day Danakil Depression tour from Semera, covering Lake Assale, Dallol, Erta Ale, Afdera, camping, meals, and value.
“Both 3 Days Danakil Depression and 3 Days omo tribes trip were amazing, we saw a lot of interesting attractions. The organization of this company is incredible. Everything is synchronized so that you can enjoy your stay to the fullest.”
Review of a rugged three-day Danakil tour to Erta Ale and Dallol, with salt flats, sulfur springs, Afar culture, meals, transport, and practical tips.
“Chris and I have just finished a 16 day tour with Danakil Depression tours. We could not fault the way everything came together. Airport pickups were on time and even when some of our flights were delayed by up two hours the guide was sRead more”
Review of the 3-day Danakil Depression tour from Addis Ababa, with Erta Ale volcano, Dallol, salt lakes, Afar guides, meals, and practical tips.
“This is the best experience ever in my life so far. I was so overwhelmed with the wonders of Ethiopia and danakil depression. Please take advantage of this once in your life time”
Review of a 3-day Danakil Depression tour to Erta Ale, Dallol, Lake Giulietti, and Afar salt mines, with practical tips and honest costs.
“Ontzettend gave ervaring! Helemaal waard! Gave dingen gezien! Hou er wel rekening mee dat het een intense ervaring is en dat je 3 dagen in de buitenlucht bent en geen wc of douche of bed hebt. Je moet een beetje fit zijn en langere stukken kunnen lopen. Verder spreken niet alle drivers goed Engels dus je moet soms je vragen bewaren voor de gids die Engels spreekt. Verder is de vulkaan een beetje ingestort dus je gaat geen lava zien.”
Review of a 3-day Omo Valley tour from Addis Ababa, with flights, village visits, local guides, hotels, breakfast, costs, and practical tips.
“ETT is an amazing travel agency, I think it must be the best agency in all of Ethiopia. We went to Omo Valley and several other cities. We visited the tribes in the south of the country and the churches high in the mountains. The tour guides are fantastic. They were a lot of fun and made our trip incredible, I highly recommend them!”
Review of a private Arba Minch and Konso tour with Lake Chamo, Dorze Village, Nechisar Park, crocodiles, and local culture.
“My mom and I had a wonderful tour through Arba Minch and Konso. Andualem is a great professional guide, always worried about our well-being and focused on providing the best experience possible. I 100% recommend booking a tour with him, you will not regret it!”
Explore Bale Mountains National Park on a three-day trek with flights, local guiding, two breakfasts, wildlife sightings, and Sanetti Plateau views.
“The Bale Mountains National Park is nothing but breathtaking – so it’s even worth a trip if you have the worst guide ever. Don’t read reviews – just go there!”
Review of a private three-day Arba Minch tour with Chamo Lake, Nechisar, Dorze village, and UNESCO-listed Konso.
“Was an excellent experience, tailored to a large group of 15 family members of 3 different generations - making it entertaining for all! The local knowledge and selection of activities from the tour guide was great, making us feel safe in some of the most remote parts of the country and with dangerous animals (e.g. crocodiles)”
Review the 3-day Danakil Depression tour, from Erta Ale lava and Dallol pools to Lake Asale, camping, costs, comfort, and practical tips.
“Highly recommend this tour, super guided, all perfect organised, great food, transport and unforgettable memories 👍🏻”
Explore Lalibela’s UNESCO rock-hewn churches on a 3-day private tour with flights, hotel, breakfast, guide, and transport included.
“Amazing trip from the start to the end, thanks to the company & thanks to my guide Melusew. Sharing these moments and this knowledge about history & religious ways of the famous Lalibela churches was such a great experience. We also Read more”
Review the 3-day Danakil Depression tour from Semera, covering Dallol, Erta Ale, salt flats, meals, camping, price, and practical tips.
“Zero (0) Stars... After booking this tour and receiving confirmation from Viator, I was left stranded at the airport on my scheduled tour date. Find another option if you're looking to get to the Danakil Depression.”
Explore Danakil Depression on a 3-day tour from Semera, with Erta Ale, Dallol, Afdera Lake, camel caravans, camping, and full-board meals.
“We spent an amazing 3-day trip in Danakil with Ethio Backpacker Tours. The guides were so friendly and knowledgeable, making our experience in Dallol and other destinations around the country truly unforgettable. If you're looking for a fantastic tour agency in Ethiopia, look no further than Ethio Backpacker Tours!”
Explore Erta Ale, Dallol, Lake Afdera, and salt caravans on a practical 3-day Danakil Depression tour from Semera.
“Tutte le guide e autisti sono stati super disponibili e attenti alle nostre necessità. Il tour è ben organizzato.”
Review of the 3-day Danakil tour from Mekele, with Erta Ale, Lake Afrera, Dallol, salt mines, meals, camping, and practical tips.
“We did a three days/ two nights tour in Danakil with a group. The tour itself was fantastic and the places more than impressive.”
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