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How to get there
A tour organised from Mekele by 4x4
When to go
From September to mid-May
Minimum stay
1 to 2 days
It is one of the most wonderful places that I have ever seen in my life! The plateau of the Dallol volcano is a geological curiosity with a range of incredible colours, from green, yellow, orange and white through to brown… a mineral miracle which looks like the surface of Mars.
Be careful where you walk as toxic, acid and corrosive materials are released from the ground. This expedition takes place under high level military surveillance. As soon as you set foot on the depression, Kalachnikov armed soldiers follow you closely.
The earth boils beneath your feet so beware of sulphuric acid splashes. The expedition takes two days and includes many stops: at Lake Assale, cathedrals and the spectacular salt mines…