Erta Ale Collection

Lava lake, Africa
Lava lake. Molten lava inside a volcanic vent on the floor of a cinder cone. This is Erta Ale, a volcano in the Afar depression of Ethiopia

Erta Ale, Danakil Depression, Afar Region in north eastern Ethiopia

Volcano, Erta Ale, Danakil Depression, Afar Region in north eastern Ethiopia

Afar man looking at the smoke coming out from Erta Ale volcano caldera, Danakil Depression, Afar Region, Ethiopia, Africa

crater lake
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Panoramic of sunset over the fumarole of Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Afar Region, Ethiopia, Africa

Panoramic of Erta Ale volcano at sunset, Danakil Depression, Afar Region, Ethiopia, Africa

Panoramic aerial view of the active Erta Ale volcano caldera, Danakil Depression, Afar Region, Ethiopia, Africa

Aerial view of stone huts on top of majestic Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Afar Region, Ethiopia, Africa

Arid soil on edge of the smoky Erta Ale volcano from above, Danakil Depression, Afar Region, Ethiopia, Africa

Panoramic aerial view of sunset over the active Erta Ale volcano crater, Danakil Depression, Afar Region, Ethiopia, Africa

Lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
February 8, 2008 - Lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Lava lake in pit crater, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
January 30, 2011 - Lava lake in pit crater, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Basaltic lava flow from pit crater, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
January 30, 2011 - Basaltic lava flow from pit crater, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Crater floor covered with basaltic lava flows, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression
January 30, 2011 - North crater floor covered with basaltic lava flows, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Basaltic lava flows from lava lake in pit crater, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression
January 30, 2011 - Basaltic lava flows from overflowing lava lake in pit crater, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Crust sinking into active lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
February 7, 2008 - Crust sinking into active lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

South pit crater filled by basaltic lava flows, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression
January 30, 2011 - South pit crater filled by basaltic lava flows from overflowing lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Lava flowing out of active lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
February 8, 2008 - Lava flowing out of active lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Lava flowing from under crust of lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression
February 8, 2008 - Lava flowing from under crust of active lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Afar Region, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Erta Ale fountaining lava lake, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
February 8, 2008 - Erta Ale fountaining lava lake, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Overflowing lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
February 8, 2008 - Overflowing lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Glassy basaltic lava flow, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
January 30, 2011 - Glassy basaltic lava flow from overflowing lava lake in pit crater, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Overflowing lava lake in pit crater, Erta Ale volcano, Afar region, Danakil Depression
February 8, 2008 - Overflowing lava lake in pit crater, Erta Ale volcano, Afar region, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Erta Ale lava lake, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
February 7, 2008 - Erta Ale lava lake, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Lava lake illuminating walls of pit crater at night, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression
January 30, 2011 - Lava lake illuminating walls of pit crater at nightfall, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Lava bursting at edge of active lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
February 8, 2008 - Lava bubble bursting at edge of active lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Old hornito rising from floor of caldera, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
January 29, 2011 - Old hornito rising from floor of caldera, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Pit crater harbouring lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
January 30, 2011 - Pit crater harbouring lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Erta Ale morning dawn lavalake reflection, Danakil depression, Ethiopia
February 8, 2008 - Erta Ale morning dawn lava lake reflection, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Caldera wall and North crater, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
January 30, 2011 - Caldera wall and North crater, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Lava bubble bursting through crust of active lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression
February 8, 2008 - Lava bubble bursting through crust of active lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Lava breaking through crust of lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
February 7, 2008 - Upward surge of lava breaking through crust of lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Erta Ale steaming Hornitos, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
February 8, 2008 - Erta Ale steaming Hornitos, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Erta Ale steaming Hornito, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
February 8, 2008 - Erta Ale steaming Hornito, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Basaltic lava flow, Ethiopia C016 / 9677
Basaltic lava flow. Close-up of rope-like patterns in a lava flow from the Erta Ale basaltic shield volcano. THis volcano is located in the Danakil depression, Ethiopia

Erta Ale volcano lava lake, Ethiopia C016 / 9673
Erta Ale volcano lava lake. The Erta Ale basaltic shield volcano is located in the Danakil depression, Ethiopia. It has an active lava lake around 100 metres in diameter

Lava lake volcanic activity, Ethiopia C016 / 9675
Lava lake volcanic activity. Lava fountains breaking through the crust on the surface of the lava lake of the Erta Ale basaltic shield volcano, located in the Danakil depression, Ethiopia

Lava lake volcanic fissures, Ethiopia C016 / 9676
Lava lake volcanic fissures. Glowing pattern of fissures in the crust on the surface of the lava lake of the Erta Ale basaltic shield volcano, located in the Danakil depression, Ethiopia

Lava lake volcanic activity, Ethiopia C016 / 9674
Lava lake volcanic activity. Spattering at the edge of the lava lake of the Erta Ale basaltic shield volcano, located in the Danakil depression, Ethiopia

Erta Ale volcano, Congo C016 / 4654
Erta Ale volcano, Congo. View of the lava lake in the crater of Erta Ale, Ethiopia. Erta Ale is an active shield volcano in the Afar Region of northeastern Ethiopia

Erta Ale volcano, Congo C016 / 4653
Erta Ale volcano, Congo. Aerial view of the lava lake in the crater of Erta Ale, Ethiopia. Erta Ale is an active shield volcano in the Afar Region of northeastern Ethiopia

Erta Ale volcano, Congo C016 / 4652
Erta Ale volcano, Congo. View of the lava lake in the crater of Erta Ale, Ethiopia. Erta Ale is an active shield volcano in the Afar Region of northeastern Ethiopia

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Erta Ale, a mesmerizing natural wonder located in the heart of Africa's Danakil Depression, is a sight to behold. This magnificent volcano, situated in the Afar Region of north eastern Ethiopia, boasts a unique feature - a lava lake that continuously churns and glows with fiery intensity. As an Afar man gazes at the billowing smoke emerging from Erta Ale's caldera, one can only imagine the awe-inspiring power simmering beneath its surface. This active volcano stands tall amidst the barren landscapes of the Danakil Depression, commanding attention with its imposing presence. At sunset, Erta Ale unveils its true splendor. The fumarole surrounding this majestic volcano paints a breathtaking panorama as vibrant hues blend seamlessly across the sky. Witnessing this spectacle is like stepping into another world; it leaves you spellbound by nature's artistry. From an aerial perspective, one can truly grasp the magnitude of Erta Ale's volcanic activity. Its crater lake glistens under sunlight while stone huts perch atop its summit - resilient structures amidst such raw beauty. The arid soil on the edge of this smoky giant offers a stark contrast to its fiery core. As dusk settles over Erta Ale's crater, it transforms into an ethereal realm where heaven meets earth. The golden rays cast their final glow upon this active volcano before darkness takes hold once again. Erta Ale serves as a reminder that our planet holds boundless wonders waiting to be explored and appreciated. It stands as both a testament to Earth's geological marvels and an invitation for us to connect with nature in all its grandeur.