Scenic landscape view in Lac Assal in Tadjourah, Djibouti

Lac Assal

Djibouti, Tadjourah

Lac Assal

LocationDjibouti, Tadjourah
RegionTadjourah
TypeTerrestrial Protected Area
Coordinates11.6500°, 42.4167°
Established2004
Area54
Nearest CityDjibouti City (120 km)
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About Lac Assal

Hypersaline crater lake at 155 meters below sea level, the lowest point in Africa, surrounded by salt flats and volcanic formations in the Afar Triangle.

Visitor Ratings

Overall: 53/100

Uniqueness
82/100
Intensity
52/100
Beauty
72/100
Geology
85/100
Plant Life
5/100
Wildlife
8/100
Tranquility
76/100
Access
52/100
Safety
70/100
Heritage
28/100

Photos

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Lac Assal in Tadjourah, Djibouti
Lac Assal landscape in Tadjourah, Djibouti (photo 2 of 2)

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