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The 3-day tour to Awash National Park offers an immersive experience into Ethiopia’s stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife. Encounter a variety of species, including oryx, baboons, and gazelles, while enjoying breathtaking volcanic scenery and picturesque Awash Falls. Discover the rich culture of the nomadic Kereyu and Afar tribes, and relax at the natural hot springs of Doho Lodge. This tour combines wildlife observation with cultural experiences, making it ideal for nature lovers and cultural enthusiasts alike.
- Explore the diverse wildlife of Awash National Park and Aledeghi Wildlife Reserve
- Stay in comfort at Doho Lodge & Hot Springs, with beautiful lake views
- Enjoy guided game drives and opportunities for birdwatching among over 460 species
- Experience the vibrant cultures of the Kereyu and Afar tribes
What's Included
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
Dear Guest,
We offer pickup from either Addis Ababa Bole International Airport or any hotel in Addis Ababa where you are staying. Please let us know your preferred pickup location, along with your flight details or hotel name, so we can arrange your pickup accordingly.
Itinerary
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1Awash National Park
Meet in Addis Ababa in the morning and drive 230 km northeast to Awash National Park, located in the Ethiopian Great Rift Valley. The scenic drive takes you past volcanic mountains and expansive lava fields, with dramatic valleys along the way. Stop at Beseka Lake, a haven for birdwatching, where you can spot pink-backed pelicans, African fish eagles, saddle-billed storks, and more. Observe the nomadic Kereyu tribe as they bring their camels to the water. In the afternoon, continue to Awash National Park for an optional evening game drive and a visit to the spectacular Awash Falls. Wildlife sightings may include beisa oryx, baboons, greater and lesser kudu, warthogs, gazelles, and colobus monkeys. If you're fortunate, you might even spot big cats. Accommodation: Doho Lodge & Hot Springs a mid-range lodge just outside the park. Overnight Doho Lodge and Hot spring
8 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Awash National Park
njoy an early morning game drive in Aledeghi Wildlife Reserve, where you may encounter olive baboons, beisa oryx, Soemmering’s gazelle, gerenuk, Grevy’s zebra, waterbucks, and possibly kori or Arabian bustards. Birdwatchers will be delighted by the many indigenous species found here. After the game drive, return to Doho Lodge & Hot Springs, overlooking Doho Lake, which is formed by natural hot springs. Spend the rest of the day relaxing at the hot springs or enjoy an optional visit to local Afar villages to experience their culture.
7 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Awash National Park
After a leisurely morning at the lodge, drive back to Addis Ababa via Debre Zeit, stopping at the crater lakes for a scenic break. You can relax at one of the lakeside resorts before completing your journey. Arrive in Addis Ababa in the late afternoon, enjoy a farewell dinner, and prepare for your departure.
9 hours • Admission ticket free
Addis Ababa – Awash National Park
Awash National Park – Aledeghi Wildlife Reserve.
Awash – Addis Ababa
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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