Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Kayaking
Kayaking is another popular activity of the DIY variety. Paddling around the island offers
the chance to discover hidden coves or just put down the oar, lie back and sunbathe.
Lagon Bleu Village rents out sea kayaks (DFr1000 per hour).
Sleeping & Eating
Lagon Bleu Village $$
( 21250296; Moucha Island; d incl full board & transport from DFr17,000; )
This
is a good place to take up a Robinson Crusoe lifestyle without sacrificing comfort, with 19
well-equipped bungalows, a restaurant and a diving centre. Divers should ask for package
room-and-scuba deals with the on-site dive centre. One downside: air-con and electricity
are on at night only. For bookings, contact ATTA/Globe Travel (
Click here
)
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RESORT
Getting There & Away
ATTA/Globe Travel offers various packages that include transfers to/from Djibouti City,
accommodation and meals. Day trips are also possible (from DFr8000, including lunch).
Lac Assal
Just over 100km west of the capital lies one of the most spectacular natural phenomena in
Africa: Lac Assal. Situated 155m below sea level, this crater lake is encircled by dark,
dormant volcanoes. It represents the lowest point on the continent. The aquamarine water
is ringed by a huge salt field, 60m in depth. The salt field has been mined by the Afar
nomads for centuries, and they can still be seen loading up their camels for the long trek
south to Ethiopia.
