Contrasting habitats
The Awash River, waterfalls, scrub and hot springs create a layered park landscape, while Alledeghi feels larger, quieter and more remote.
Daily 3-day Danakil departures from Ruftana Hotel, Semera

River gorge to remote grassland
Awash brings river, acacia and volcanic features; the adjoining Alledeghi Plains open into wilder grassland and dry-country wildlife habitat.
Know the place
The Awash River, waterfalls, scrub and hot springs create a layered park landscape, while Alledeghi feels larger, quieter and more remote.
Oryx, gazelles, baboons and rich birdlife may be encountered, but this is not a high-density wildlife destination and sightings are never guaranteed.
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