Dallol Salt Mountains & Salt Canyon
Southwest of Dallol, wind and water have eroded red and white salt rock into canyons, spires and mushroom-shaped pillars. It is a popular spot for sunset photography.
Southwest of the Dallol salt dome lies a field of salt mountains made of salt beds, clay and gypsum. Erosion by wind and rain has carved deep, narrow salt canyons, spires, mushroom-shaped rocks and massive salt pillars. The rock layers show red, white and gray stripes. Most tours schedule a visit here after the sulfur springs or in the late afternoon, when you can walk through the canyons and climb up for the sunset. The salt rock is brittle and crumbles easily, so follow your guide when climbing. There is no shade in the canyons, so bring plenty of drinking water.
Opening hours
Group tours only