Eritrea & Djibouti I
Jan 28th, 2024 – Feb 4th, 2024
8 days · 7 nights
Wander Expeditions
5+ years group traveling
Itinerary
Day 1: Asmara
- After meet & greet at the airport, we start our Expedition with a city tour of Asmara, the Eritrean capital, a city that seems to be frozen in time. It's often called as "Piccola Roma" (Little Rome) and observes the most shining collection of Art Deco architectural wonders such as the: Roman Catholic cathedral, St Mary Coptic church, Al Khulafa al Rashedin, Market (vegetable, spices, souvenir,
medeber), National Museum and the Fiat Tagliero building, to name a few. - Overnight in Asmara.
Day 2: Massawa.
- After a hearty breakfast, we'll embark on a scenic drive downhill via the Ghinda road, leading to the picturesque port city of Massawa. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery and the exotic flora and fauna that make up this lush "Green Belt" area. We'll continue our enjoyable drive, arriving in Massawa.
- In the afternoon, explore the city of Massawa often referred to as the "City of Islands" and the "Pearl of the Red Sea," Massawa has been a vital port for centuries. Its Turkish-style architecture, charming shopping arcades, magnificent mosques, and delectable seafood await your discovery. Massawa offers something for everyone, with pristine beaches and world-class swimming just a short distance from the city center.
- Overnight in Massawa.
Day 3: Red Sea, Disse Island.
- Get ready for a water adventure! We'll hop on a fast boat to Disse Island, where you can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, and even camping on the beach. It's a peaceful island, surrounded by the Red Sea.
- Overnight camping in Disse Island.
Day 4: Massawa & Asmara.
- After a good breakfast on the island, we'll head back to Massawa, and from there, we'll return to Asmara, where you'll spend the night.
Day 5: Flight to Djibouti
- Today we fly between Asmara and Djibouti. Flight departs Asmara at 12:40pm so we still have time for a last morning walk around this city full of charm.
- After a short layover in Addis, we land in Djibouti around 5.30pm, with enough time to explore the capital before dinner.
- Overnight in Djibouti City.
Day 6: Whale watching and boat cruise
- Djibouti is well-known for being a great place to spot whale sharks in the wild. February is still the season, so we will venture out to the Red Sea and try to swim with these majestic creatures.
- After the encounter, we'll have a chance to spend the rest of the day at Sea, snorkelling and cruising.
- Afternoon and overnight in Djibouti City.
Day 7: Lac Assal.
- In the morning, we'll venture out in 4WD to Lac Assal, a crater lake in the Danakil Depression at 150 below sea level. It's a stunning collection of landscapes that includes black lava fields, salty flats and emerald waters.
- Overnight in Djibouti City.
Day 8: Free time, fly out.
- After breakfast, the worst moment of every Expedition: we say goodbye. The Expedition is finished and we fly out.
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