Southern Afar · Wildlife and open plains
Aledeghi Plains
Discover broad grasslands, distant escarpments and wildlife country on Afar’s southern approach.
The experience
Why this place stays with you
The Aledeghi Plains—also known as the Halaydeghe Plains—open south of the Afar Depression in a sweep of grassland and semi-arid country. Their scale, light and wildlife give the journey north from Awash a character of its own.
The plains are a living pastoral and ecological landscape. Wildlife viewing should be quiet and unhurried, and cultural encounters should always be locally arranged and based on consent.
What to Visit
- Immense open horizons
- Dry-country wildlife and birds
- Pastoral landscapes
- Golden-hour photography
Experiences & Things to Do
- 01Scan the plains with binoculars
- 02Photograph the changing light
- 03Learn about the landscape from local guides
- 04Connect with Awash National Park itineraries
Before you go
Plan your visit
- Journey style
- Guided road and wildlife excursion
- Gateway
- Awash and the southern Afar corridor
- Conditions
- Exposed sun and seasonal road conditions
- Approach
- Travel slowly and respect community and wildlife space
What to bring
- Binoculars and a distance lens
- Water and sun protection
- Closed, sturdy footwear
- Personal medicines and a compact first-aid kit
- Respectful, lightweight clothing
Confirm access, weather, volcanic status, permits and route security with Visit Afar and your tour operator immediately before departure.
Respect place and people
Travel responsibly
Follow local guidance, ask permission before photographing people, stay on approved routes, carry waste out and never remove geological, fossil or archaeological material.
Read all travel guidance
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