The Danakil Depression is a sprawling desert found in the Afar region of northern Ethiopia, close to the country’s border with Eritrea. The best way to get to the Danakil Depression is via a domestic flight into the nearby town of Mekele, followed by a 3-4 hour drive into the desert.
Visitors can choose to spend one or two nights in the Danakil Depression, depending on how much time they have and what they want to see. After hiking up Erta Ale, swimming in Lake Afrera and/or marvelling at the incredible hot springs of Dallol, you will travel back to Mekele. From here you can either continue your adventure by jumping on an evening flight, or spend the night in Mekele before setting off the following day.