8-Day Harar, Awash & Bale Mountain Safari Tripe

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

Arrive in Addis Ababa

Arrive in Addis Ababa, where you’ll be welcomed by your guide. After a brief rest at your hotel, embark on a city tour to explore the National Museum, home to the famous fossil Lucy, and enjoy panoramic views from Mount Entoto. Overnight in Addis Ababa.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Da'amat Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Addis Ababa Fly Diredawa Drive to Harar

Fly from Addis Ababa to Harar (approx. 1 hours). Arrive in Harar, a UNESCO World Heritage
Today, you’ll explore the historical sites of Harar. Visit the Harar Jugol, the old city, and explore its 37 mosques, 82 shrines, and vibrant markets. Visit the Harar Hyena Man, where you’ll witness the traditional feeding of wild hyenas. Learn about the unique culture and history of one of the most important centers of Islam in Africa. Overnight in Harar.

Main Destination:

Harar (Town)

Accommodation:

Wonderland Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Harar (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Harar to Awash National Park

After breakfast, drive to Awash National Park (approx. 6-7 hours). Known for its diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes, Awash is home to various species such as warthogs, antelopes, buffaloes, and over 400 bird species. Visit the park’s beautiful waterfalls and hot springs, and enjoy a game drive to spot wildlife. Overnight in Awash.

Main Destination:

Awash National Park

Best Time To Visit Oct to Feb (Little rain and less hot)

High Season Sep to Apr (The park is never busy)

Best Weather October to February

Wildlife in Awash NP

Olive baboon Abundant

Beisa oryx Common

Soemmerring's
gazelle Common

Hamadryas baboon Common

Salt's dik-dik Common

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Lesser kudu Occasional

Desert warthog Occasional

Defassa waterbuck Occasional

Nile crocodile Occasional

Spotted hyena Occasional

Guereza monkey Rare

Ethiopian wolf None

Gelada monkey None

Walia ibex None

Accommodation:

Genet Hotel Awash

• Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Awash NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Awash National Park Exploration

Spend the day exploring Awash National Park. Go on morning and afternoon game drives, where you may spot giraffes, monkeys, zebras, and other animals in their natural habitat. Visit the Awash River Gorge and take a relaxing walk to the hot springs. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Awash National Park

Accommodation:

Genet Hotel Awash

• Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Awash NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Awash to Bale Mountains

After breakfast, embark on the scenic drive to the Bale Mountains (approx. 7-8 hours), known for their breathtaking landscapes and high-altitude ecosystems. Arrive at the Bale Mountains National Park and check into your lodge. Spend the evening relaxing and enjoying the alpine scenery. Overnight in Bale Mountains.

Main Destination:

Bale Mountains National Park

Best Time To Visit Nov to Feb (Little rain)

High Season Oct to Jan (Park is never busy)

Best Weather November to February

Wildlife in Bale Mountains NP

Ethiopian wolf Common

Mountain nyala Common

Warthog Common

Menelik's
bushbuck Occasional

Guereza monkey Occasional

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Olive baboon Occasional

Bohor reedbuck Occasional

Starck's hare Occasional

Giant mole-rat Occasional

Bale monkey Rare

Giant forest hog Rare

Golden jackal Rare

Gelada monkey None

Walia ibex None

Accommodation:

Goba Wabe Shebelle Hotel

• Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Bale Mountains NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Bale Mountains National Park Exploration

Spend the day exploring Bale Mountains National Park, home to unique wildlife such as the Bale monkey, Ethiopian wolf, and mountain nyala. Hike through the Sanetti Plateau and enjoy the stunning alpine meadows and rugged terrain. Discover the park’s rich flora and fauna, with opportunities for bird watching and photography. Overnight in Bale Mountains.

Main Destination:

Bale Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

Goba Wabe Shebelle Hotel

• Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Bale Mountains NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Explore the Harenna Forest & Return to Bale Mountains

Today, take a guided excursion to Harenna Forest, one of the largest forests in Ethiopia. Explore this lush, mist-covered forest, home to diverse wildlife, including baboons and various bird species. Afterward, return to the Bale Mountains and relax at your lodge. Overnight in Bale Mountains.

Main Destination:

Bale Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

Goba Wabe Shebelle Hotel

• Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Bale Mountains NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Goba Robe Fly To Addis Ababa

After breakfast, drive back to Robe and Fly Addis Ababa. Have a farewell dinner and ready for your departure.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

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