Visit the Danakil Depression, hottest place on Earth
📍 Ethiopia🔄 Repeatable👤 18+
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Experience temperatures reaching 125°F (52°C) in this geological wonderland of salt flats, sulfur springs, and active volcanoes. You'll need a guided expedition with proper vehicles and supplies, but you'll witness otherworldly landscapes including the colorful Dallol hydrothermal field that looks like an alien planet.
Difficulty
75/100Hard
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Cost
$2,000 – $5,000
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Time
week
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People
1–12
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Setting
outdoor
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Season
winter
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Equipment
heat protection gear, specialized vehicle
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