Fly directly from Addis Ababa into Djibouti for an exhilarating 7-day expedition across one of Earth’s most dramatic geological landscapes.
Stand at Lake Assal, the lowest point in Africa (-155m) and one of the saltiest lakes on Earth. Hike the Ardoukoba Volcano rift zone, unwind in the whitewashed coastal town of Tadjoura, swim alongside gentle Whale Sharks in the Gulf of Tadjoura, and escape to the coral beaches of Moucha Island.
Board your short direct flight from Addis Ababa to Djibouti City. Meet your local expedition crew and transfer to your coastal hotel.
Explore the European Quarter, Place Menelik, and the bustling Central Market before enjoying fresh seafood along Haramous Beach.
Drive through volcanic canyons to Lake Assal, situated at 155 meters below sea level. Walk across dazzling crystalline salt fields surrounded by extinct black volcanic peaks.
Continue to Goubet Bay, the "Gulf of Pitfalls", famous for its dramatic rock formations where the African rift begins splitting toward the ocean.
Trek to the rim of Ardoukoba Volcano, which last erupted in 1978. Gaze across vast basaltic lava fields and the massive tectonic fissures of the Great Rift Valley.
Travel around the Gulf of Tadjoura to one of the oldest settlements in the Horn of Africa. Explore Tadjoura’s whitewashed coral houses and relax on the pristine white sand of Sables Blancs Beach.
Board a private boat into the plankton-rich waters of the Gulf of Tadjoura. Snorkel alongside magnificent Whale Sharks (during season Nov–Feb) and spot playful pods of spinner dolphins.
Cruise to Moucha Island, a coral island sanctuary in the Gulf of Tadjoura. Spend the day swimming in turquoise waters, exploring mangrove forests, and snorkeling over vibrant coral gardens before returning to Djibouti City.
Enjoy morning coffee and souvenir shopping in Djibouti City before transferring to the airport for your flight back to Addis Ababa.
Swimwear, snorkel mask, water shoes, high-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, light breathable desert clothing, and light windbreaker.
