Hornito Collection

Natrocarbonatite lava flow from flank of hornito at Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano, Tanzania
July 2004 - Eruption of natrocarbonatite lava flow from flank of hornito at Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano, Tanzania, Africa

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

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

Lava flow and vent
Lava flow. Night time view of lava flowing from a small vent on Etna. This vent is a hornito, a relatively small outlet which is normally only throws out lava bombs

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"Hornito: Nature's Fiery Sculptor" Witness the mesmerizing power of nature as lava flows from the base of a hornito during the eruption of Mount Etna volcano in Sicily, Italy. The fiery spectacle showcases the raw beauty and destructive force that lies within our planet. Travel to Tanzania, where Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano unveils its unique natrocarbonatite lava flow from the flank of a hornito. This rare occurrence offers a glimpse into the geological wonders that shape our world, leaving behind breathtaking landscapes for us to marvel at. Venture further into Ethiopia's Danakil Depression and discover Erta Ale volcano's basaltic lava flow emerging from a pit crater. The molten rivers cascade down with an unstoppable energy, forging new paths through this ancient land. In another display of its might, Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano unleashes natrocarbonatite lava flows from its hornitos once again. These explosive eruptions remind us of Earth's constant transformation and its ability to create both chaos and beauty simultaneously. The South pit crater at Erta Ale becomes a canvas for basaltic lava flows, filling it with vibrant hues and creating an otherworldly landscape that seems straight out of science fiction, and is here that we witness nature's artistry at its finest. An old hornito rises defiantly from the floor of Erta Ale volcano's caldera in Ethiopia. Standing as a testament to time itself, it serves as a reminder that even amidst destruction, life finds ways to persist and thrive. Journey through Tanzania's Rift Valley during an Ol Doinyo Lengai eruption, where nature puts on one of its most awe-inspiring performances. Witnessing such forces reminds us how small we are in comparison but also fills us with wonder at the grandeur surrounding us. Return once more to Erta Ale in Ethiopia as steaming hornitos dot the Danakil Depression.