3-Day "Explore the Majestic Awash National Park Trip

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

Awash National Park

Embark on a scenic journey from Addis Ababa to Awash National Park, 230 km away in the Ethiopian Great Rift Valley. Stop at Debre Zeit Crater Lakes, known for their beauty, before enjoying lunch in Nazret. Explore volcanic mountains, valleys, and lava fields, then visit Beseka Lake, a birdwatcher’s paradise. Continue to the Fentale Volcanic Mountain, where you can spot wildlife like Spotted Hyenas and Warthogs. End the day with an evening game drive to Awash Falls, and spend the night at the picturesque Awash Falls Lodge.

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:

Awash Falls Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Awash NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Awash National Park to Ali Dege National Park

Start your day with an early morning game drive around Awash National Park, exploring the area near the falls and the Ilala Grassland. Expect to see Olive Baboons, Beisa Oryx, Waterbucks, Bushbucks, and a variety of birds.
After the game drive, head to Doho Hot Springs and Doho Lodge, located near Doho Lake, formed by the area’s numerous hot springs. Spend the rest of the morning relaxing at the springs or visiting nearby Afar villages to experience the local nomadic culture.
In the afternoon, drive to Ali Dege National Park, a 70 km journey, where you can spot wildlife like the Summering Gazelle, Gerenuk, Grevy’s Zebra, and possibly the Kori Bustard and Arabian Bustard. Keep an eye out for the Hamadryas Baboon, often seen on the way to the lodge, a sacred animal depicted on ancient Egyptian pyramids.

Main Destination:

Awash National Park

Accommodation:

Doho Lodge & Hot Springs

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Awash NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Ali Dege to Addis Ababa

On your final day, begin your return trip to Addis Ababa, passing through Debre Zeit. Take some time to relax at one of the beautiful resorts in the area before continuing the drive back to Addis. Expect to arrive in Addis Ababa by late afternoon. In the evening, enjoy a Farewell Dinner before preparing for your departure.
This marks the end of your unforgettable 3-day adventure in the heart of Ethiopia's natural beauty.

Main Destination:

Bishoftu (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

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