Discover Djibouti at your own pace on this 2 Days Lake Abbe & Lake Assal Private Tour. Travel by 4×4 to the striking limestone chimneys of Lake Abbe, enjoy a peaceful sunset in the desert and spend the night near the lake. The next day, visit Lake Assal, the lowest point in Africa, where bright white salt flats meet deep blue waters. This private tour offers flexibility, comfort and a more personalized experience of Djibouti’s most iconic landscapes.
If you want to join a group check our fixed group departures for this tour.
Djibouti City, Lake Abbé, Lake Assal, Goubet & Ardoukoba Volcano
Pick up at hotel or Aiport. Depending on your arrival time you will explore the capital Djibouti City.
We’ll drive to Lake Abbé. The drive passes The Grand Bara and Petit Barra deserts. In Dikhil there will be a stop for lunch before arriving at Lake Abbe. You will have an overnight stay at the Touristic Camp to see the amazing scenery during sunset. The Touristic Camp is a settlement of traditional Afar huts which are very basic. Celebrate the evening with an Afar dance performance around the fire, a vibrant tradition of the region.
For more comfort you can choose to stay at Neem Farm which is located 40 km further. At this farm you can also enjoy a buggy drive through the desert to Lake Abbe.
Lake Abbé Touristic Camp or Neem Farm
Dinner
There will be an early wake up to see the sunrise. Lake Abbé has a beautiful scenery full of chimneys. During a walking tour to the Lake you might also see nomadic people, Birds, Flamingos and Hot Springs. The geology of this area is very interesting.
We drive to Lake Assal, the lowest point in Africa. On our way we also visit the Panoramic views of Canyon Adaleh and Goubet. In Lake Assal the big salt field makes you feel like walking in nowhere land. The water has bright colors that change from time to time because of the sun reflection. The trip continues to Djibouti Citywhere the tour ends.
Note: The tour ends with a drop off at the Hotel or at The Airport. Please check with us in advance the departure flight time.
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Breakfast
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