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This tour combines two of Ethiopia’s best wildlife destinations—Awash National Park and Ali Dege Wildlife Reserve—in just two days. Enjoy exciting game drives, stunning Rift Valley landscapes, a visit to Awash Falls, and an overnight stay at Doho Lodge with its natural hot springs. It is the perfect combination of wildlife, nature, and relaxation, all easily accessible from Addis Ababa.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is available from all hotels, guesthouses, and private residences within Addis Ababa.
Please provide your accommodation name and address at the time of booking. Our guide will meet you in the hotel lobby or at the designated pickup point.
For airport pickups, our representative will meet you at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport after baggage collection and customs clearance, holding a sign with your name for easy identification.
We recommend being ready in the lobby 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. Exact pickup details will be reconfirmed one day before departure.
Itinerary
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1Awash National Park
Your guide will meet you at your hotel in Addis Ababa at 7:00 AM. Drive east through the Ethiopian Rift Valley, passing small towns, local villages, and impressive volcanic landscapes. Upon arrival at Awash National Park, begin your first game drive through the acacia woodlands and open savannah. Keep an eye out for Beisa Oryx, Soemmerring’s Gazelle, Warthogs, Olive Baboons, Hamadryas Baboons, Lesser Kudu, and numerous bird species. Continue to the impressive Awash Falls, where the Awash River plunges into a dramatic gorge surrounded by lush vegetation. The area is also home to Nile Crocodiles and various water birds. In the late afternoon, transfer to Doho Lodge & Hot Springs for check-in. Relax in the lodge’s famous natural hot spring pools and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of palm forests and volcanic scenery. Overnight: Doho Lodge & Hot Springs
7 hours • Admission ticket free -
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After breakfast, depart for Ali Dege Wildlife Reserve, located within the Great Rift Valley ecosystem. This protected area is known for its wide-open savannah and unique wildlife. Enjoy a morning game drive in search of Beisa Oryx, Salt’s Dik-dik, Soemmerring’s Gazelle, Warthogs, Ostriches, Jackals, and numerous bird species. The reserve offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities and spectacular landscapes. Following the safari, begin the return journey to Addis Ababa. Enjoy scenic views along the route and stop for lunch before continuing to the capital. Arrive in Addis Ababa in the late afternoon and transfer to your hotel or Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Addis Ababa – Awash National Park – Doho Lodge
Ali Dege Wildlife Reserve – Return to Addis Ababa
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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