Lake Abhe Hot Springs
Dikhil, Djibouti, Djibouti
Illustration photo — not a verified picture of this exact spot.
- Location
- Dikhil, Djibouti, Djibouti
- Water type
- iron-rich
- pH
- 6.3
Water profile
Mineralisation
Bio-active
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Rich in active gases or metals — a strong mineral character.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
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Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
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Lake Abhe Hot Springs sit near Lake Abhe, in Djibouti's Dikhil district, amid a striking landscape of limestone chimneys. The iron-rich water, pH 6.3, feeds indoor and outdoor baths, with a sauna and massage also available.
Insider tip — Lake Abhe (Lac Abbé) is a spectacular salt lake on the Djibouti-Ethiopia border, dotted with steaming limestone chimneys up to 50 m tall. The hot iron-rich springs along the lakeshore are part of an active geothermal zone of the Afar Depression. It is one of the strangest, wildest landscapes in the Horn of Africa.
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Frequently asked questions
What type of water is found here?
This spot features iron-rich water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.