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Visit djibouti and Discover the raw and breathtaking beauty of East Africa with our Djibouti Desert and Lakes Tour. This 6-day adventure will take you across vast deserts, steaming salt lakes, volcanic landscapes, and hidden mangrove forests. From the lunar scenery of Lac Abbé to the shimmering white plains of Lac Assal, experience the best natural wonders Djibouti has to offer. Whether you’re a photographer, adventurer, or nature lover, this tour promises unforgettable moments.
Explore Djibouti’s most breathtaking natural wonders on this Djibouti Desert and Lakes Tour 6 -day adventure!
From the surreal limestone chimneys of Lac Abbé to the world-famous salt flats of Lac Assal, dive deep into majestic deserts, volcanic fields, lush highland forests, and serene mangrove shores. This tour is a perfect combination of adventure, nature, culture, and relaxation — ideal for travelers seeking an unforgettable African experience.
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Magical sunrise at Lac Abbé chimneys.
Salt floating experience at Lac Assal.
Swimming and camping at Ghoubet beach.
Hikes through Djibouti's only forest at 1780m altitude.
Boat tour of untouched mangroves in Godoria.
09:30: Departure from Djibouti city.
Drive to Dikhil (approx. 2h), stop for a photo break in the Grand Barra Desert.
Arrival in Dikhil for lunch break.
14:00: After lunch, drive across the Gobaad Plain (approx. 2h30).
Arrival at Farra: photo stop at the viewpoint.
Short drive (30 min) to visit the Grand Cheminées (large limestone chimneys).
Continue to the Small Cheminées for sunset photography.
Drive to the tourist campsite for overnight stay (full accommodation).
05:45: Early wake-up to catch the sunrise over the Small Cheminées.
Visit the hot springs and walk across the flatlands to Lake Abbé (approx. 1h30 walk).
Return to the camp for breakfast and check-out.
Visit the Grand Cheminées again to see the steam vents.
Drive back to Dikhil for a quick lunch.
Afternoon drive to Lake Assal (approx. 2h30) with photo stops at:
Djibouti Grand Canyon
Ghoubbet Viewpoint
Arrival at Lake Assal: walk on the salt flats, float in the hypersaline waters.
Drive to Ghoubet Al Kharab beach and spend the night at the tourist camp (toilet facilities and showers available; full accommodation).
08:00: Departure to explore the volcanic landscape:
Lava Lake
Bellevue Derra
Lava Bridge
Walk to a crater.
11:00: Return to the beach for swimming and lunch.
After lunch, drive to the Foret du Day (approx. 2h30), located at 1780 meters altitude — the coolest area in Djibouti.
Overnight at the tourist camp (full accommodation).
08:00: Departure to explore the volcanic landscape:
Lava Lake
Bellevue Derra
Lava Bridge
Walk to a crater.
11:00: Return to the beach for swimming and lunch.
After lunch, drive to the Foret du Day (approx. 2h30), located at 1780 meters altitude — the coolest area in Djibouti.
Overnight at the tourist camp (full accommodation).
Morning exploration of the Day Forest.
Drive to Tadjourah, lunch at Sable Blanc Beach.
Visit Tadjourah city briefly.
Overnight at the Golfe Hotel in Tadjourah (full accommodation).
09:30: Visit Tadjourah city (approx. 30 min).
Drive to Obock, explore the town, and lunch at a local restaurant.
After lunch, continue to Godoria (Mangrove area).
Overnight at the tourist camp (full accommodation).
Breakfast.
Boat tour through the mangroves (approx. 1h).
Return drive to Obock.
Ferry back to Djibouti city (departure from Obock or Tadjourah, depending on the ferry schedule).
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