The Danakil Depression is one of the hottest, most geologically extreme places on Earth, sitting 116 meters below sea level in the Afar region. This alien-like landscape features acid hot springs, colorful salt flats, and active volcanic formations that seem to defy nature. A journey here is an adventure for the intrepid traveler — a chance to explore landscapes unlike anywhere else on the planet and witness the raw power of Earth’s geological processes.