3 Day Djibouti Tour package
Experience Djibouti’s most spectacular landscapes on this 3 Day Djibouti Tour, a perfect blend of adventure, nature and cultural discovery. From the surreal chimneys of Lake Abbé to the shimmering salt flats of Lake Assal and the cool forests of Day, this itinerary showcases the very best of the country.
Overview
- Duration:3 days 2 nights
- Travelers:1 - 60 guests
- Tour Type:Group tour, Package tour, Private tour
- Language:French, English
A perfect combination of adventure, landscapes, and culture with Tata Tour.
Main Destinations Covered
Lake Abbé
Lake Assal
Grand Bara Desert
Dikhil
Goda Mountains
Day Forest
Djibouti City
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Highlights
- Sunrise and limestone chimneys of Lake Abbé
- Visit of a traditional Afar nomadic family
- The salt flats and emerald waters of Lake Assal, the lowest point in Africa (–155m)
- Panoramic views of Goda Mountains and Day Forest National Park
- Drive across the Grand Bara desert
- Djibouti City sightseeing: markets, port area, and historical landmarks
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Comfortable 4x4 transportation with AC (Toyota Land Cruiser)
Includes/Excludes
- Private 4x4 vehicle + driver
- English-speaking guide
- 2 nights accommodation (Lake Abbé camp + Day Forest lodge/camp)
- 3 lunches, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts
- Bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Hotel/airport transfers
- Visa
- International flights
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic drinks
- Travel insurance
- Tips
Tour maps
Itinerary
DAY 1 – Djibouti → Grand Bara → Dikhil → Lake Abbé
08:30 – Pick-up at your hotel
09:00 – Drive into Grand Bara Desert
10:30 – Photo stop on the vast desert plain
11:30 – Traditional lunch in Dikhil
13:00 – Visit of an Afar nomadic family
14:00 – Continue towards Lake Abbé
16:30 – Arrival at Lake Abbé camp
17:00 – Walk through the chimney formations
18:00 – Sunset photography
19:30 – Dinner at the camp
Night – Accommodation at Lake Abbé camp (basic huts)
DAY 2 – Sunrise Lake Abbé → Lake Assal → Day Forest (Night in the mountains)
05:30 – Wake up for sunrise
06:00 – Sunrise at the chimneys
07:00 – Breakfast at the camp
08:00 – Drive toward Lake Assal
10:30 – Volcanic field stops (photos)
11:30 – Arrival at Lake Assal
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Salt flats walk
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Natural salt formations
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Panoramic views
12:45 – Lunch around Assal area
13:30 – Direct drive to Day Forest / Goda Mountains
15:00 – Arrival at Day Forest -
Short hike in the forest
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Panoramic mountain viewpoints
17:30 – Installation in your Day Forest mountain lodge/camp
19:00 – Dinner in the mountains
Night – Overnight in Day Forest (Goda Mountains)
Calm, fresh weather — perfect night under the stars.
DAY 3 – Day Forest → Djibouti City Tour (Part 1)
Morning: Return from the Mountains + First City Explorations
08:00 – Breakfast in Day Forest
08:45 – Departure from Goda Mountains
10:30 – Scenic stops on the way down (panoramic viewpoints)
11:00 – Arrival in Djibouti City
11:15 – Start of the first part of the city tour
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Republic Mosque (outside)
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European Quarter (colonial French architecture)
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Presidential Palace (outside only)
12:45 – Lunch in a local restaurant
DAY 3 – Djibouti City Tour (Part 2: Afternoon)
Markets, Old Station & Shopping
14:00 – Continue the Djibouti City Tour
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Central Market (souvenirs, local products)
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Old Railway Station built in 1900
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African Quarter street walk
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Old port area (outside)
15:30 – Free time for shopping
16:00 – Drop-off at your hotel or airport
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