Lake Assal Day Trip from Djibouti

At a glance

Lake Assal Day Trip from Djibouti is a 7h – 8h small-group experience in Djibouti, Djibouti, operated by MASSIGO TRAVEL. Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 62 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $327 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Private transportation, Lunch, All Fees and Taxes.

Quick facts

Duration

7h – 8h

Group

Small group, up to 10 travellers

Languages

Arabic, English, French

Pickup

Hotel pickup or meet at the start point

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 45m

   On the going to reach the lake ASSAL, we will pass by ARTA town where there is a panoramic point on the expanse of the GULF OF TADJOURAH.

2. Stop 2 · 1h 25m

   On our way to Lake Assal, we will take a photography break at DIMBIYA, the Grand Canyon of Djibouti: this is an important site because it is the starting point of the Grand Rift Valley on the continent. African.
   the trip from ARTA to the DIMBIYA canyon is (1Hour)
   
   Still, on the way to Lake Assal, we will take a photography break at the panoramic point of view on the bay of GHOUBET EL KHARAB: this is an immense bay
   in the middle of which is frozen a large hill-shaped crater called Devil's Island. The GHOUBET EL KHARAB is an Arabic expression that means abyss of the demon. the guide will explain why on the ground. (25 mins)

3. Stop 3 · 2h 35m

   we arrive at Lake Assal:
   it is one of the most lakes in the world, it is the lowest point in africa and the 3rd lowest point in the world after the dead sea and the dead valey.
   You will walk on the salt ice, try the floating experience. Then you go to admire the nomads making the salt caravan which is a cultural and ancestral practice of the Afar tribes. Finally, you will pass over a point of thermal waters where there is a fish spa, you will let small larval fish gnaw the dead skin of your foot.

4. Stop 4 · 3h

   After lake assal we drive to join the GHOUBET EL KHARAB bay beach, for lunch break .
   After lunch we explore the surrounding landscape:
   the volcano’s craters & frozen lava landscape.
   Witness the separation of African and Arabian tectonic plates and explore frozen lava tunnels.
   Climb the ARDOUKOBA volcano crater for breathtaking views of the salt flats and the captivating Ghoubet El Kharab, also known as the “abyss of the demon” and cherished by Jacques Cousteau.

Meeting point

Good to know

• Service animals allowed
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Frequently asked questions