3-Day Abijatta-Shalla Lakes National Park Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Drive to Lake Shalla

Tourists heading to Abijatta-Shalla Lakes National Park usually start their journey from Ziway town which is a convenient stop along the way from Addis Ababa. Drive to Ziway and head to Lake Shalla and enjoy bird watching at the lakes. Lake Shalla is the deepest lake in Ethiopia and one of the most picturesque in the Rift Valley. The area around Lake Shalla is a haven for birdlife, including the rare white-winged cliff chat, and it is also home to several species of fish and aquatic life.

Main Destination:

Abijatta-Shalla National Park

Best Time To Go October to February (Flocks of flamingo)

High Season October to January (The park is never busy)

Best Weather

Accommodation:

Abijatta-Shalla Lakes Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Abijatta-Shalla NP

Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Visit the hot springs and surrounding landscapes

Visit the hot springs and surrounding landscapes. The hot springs near the lake are popular among locals for their therapeutic properties, and visitors can often see people bathing in the warm waters.

Lake Abijatta is a shallow, saline lake that attracts a variety of birds, particularly large flocks of flamingos.
Lake Shalla is a deep crater lake with volcanic origins, known for its scenic beauty and hot springs along its shores.

Main Destination:

Abijatta-Shalla National Park

Accommodation:

Abijatta Shalla Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Abijatta-Shalla NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Return to Addis Ababa

After 3 days of enjoyment at these lakes, visitors will be heading back to Addis Ababa remembering the unforgettable scenic views and birdwatching experiences. Based on visitors' preferences, a day or 2-day city tour of Addis Ababa can also be arranged for extra cost.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.