Eritrea sits along the Red Sea rift where crustal stretching has produced volcanic ridges, lava fields and isolated cones that shape much of the northern landscape. These features connect to the broader East African rift system and are important for understanding regional tectonics and natural hazards.
There are 3 Volcanoes in Eritrea, ranging from Dubbi to Nabro. For each, the listed columns are Coordinates (lat, long),Elevation (m),Type — you’ll find below.
Are any of these volcanoes historically active or monitored for eruptions?
Nabro produced a notable eruption in 2011; the others have sparse historical records and are generally considered dormant or poorly studied. Monitoring in the region relies heavily on satellite imagery and occasional seismic data, so activity assessments can change as new observations arrive.
How accessible are these volcanoes for visitors or researchers?
Most sites are remote with limited infrastructure, so visits require planning, local contacts or guides, and any necessary permits. Researchers often use remote sensing or coordinate with regional authorities before fieldwork, and travelers should check safety, ash hazards and local regulations ahead of time.
Volcanoes in Eritrea
| Name | Coordinates (lat, long) | Elevation (m) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nabro | 13.37,41.70 | 2,203 | Stratovolcano / volcanic complex |
| Mallahle | 13.48,41.82 | 1,829 | Caldera (volcanic complex) |
| Dubbi | 14.72,40.78 | 1,625 | Stratovolcano |
Images and Descriptions
Nabro
Nabro is a high stratovolcano in southern Eritrea that erupted explosively in June 2011, producing ash, lava flows and large SO2 emissions. Summit about 2,203 m; part of a multi-vent volcanic complex and considered active and potentially hazardous.
Mallahle
Mallahle is a broad caldera in the Nabro volcanic complex near Eritrea’s southern Red Sea region. Summit about 1,829 m; no confirmed historical eruptions but Holocene activity is inferred. Notable for its 6–8 km-wide caldera and neighboring scoria cones.
Dubbi
Dubbi is a stratovolcano in northern Eritrea that produced a major eruption in 1861, showering ash across the region. Summit about 1,625 m; no recent recorded eruptions but it remains a historically active edifice monitored for unrest.
