$770 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Addis Ababa - Lake Zeway
Addis Ababa - Lake Zeway
Depart Addis Ababa and drive south through the scenic Great Rift Valley. Along the way, admire rolling hills, small villages, and panoramic viewpoints. Arrive at Lake Zeway in the afternoon. Check into your lakeside lodge, offering serene views of the water and surrounding mountains. After settling in, enjoy a boat ride to Tulu Gudo Island to explore its historic monastery and spot waterbirds. Overnight at your comfortable lakeside lodge, where you can relax on the terrace or take a quiet evening stroll along the shore.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Ziway
- Accommodation:
- Haile Resort Ziway
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Explore Lake Zeway & Wetlands
Explore Lake Zeway & Wetlands
Start the day with breakfast overlooking the lake, followed by a guided walk through nearby wetlands, teeming with pelicans, herons, storks, and cormorants. Visit local villages to observe traditional fishing methods and interact with friendly villagers. In the afternoon, return to your lodge for leisure time—sunbathe by the water, enjoy optional kayaking, or simply take in the tranquil lakeside scenery. Your lodge provides cozy rooms with lake views and a chance to enjoy local cuisine at dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Ziway
- Accommodation:
- Haile Resort Ziway
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Lake Zeway - Lake Langano
Lake Zeway - Lake Langano
After breakfast, depart for Lake Langano, a beautiful volcanic lake surrounded by eucalyptus forests and wildlife. Check into a comfortable eco-lodge or lakeside resort, featuring spacious rooms or cottages with lake or garden views. Spend the afternoon walking through shaded forest trails, observing colobus monkeys, warthogs, and exotic birds. End the day watching a breathtaking sunset over the lake from your lodge’s terrace, accompanied by dinner featuring local and international dishes.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Langano
- Accommodation:
- Bishangari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Abijatta-Shalla National Park Excursion
Abijatta-Shalla National Park Excursion
Enjoy an early breakfast before a full-day guided excursion to Abijatta-Shalla National Park. Visit Lake Abijatta, home to flamingos and other waterbirds, and the volcanic Lake Shalla, Ethiopia’s deepest lake. Explore viewpoints, hot springs, and wildlife habitats, where you may spot gazelles, ostriches, and foxes. Return to your lodge at Langano in the late afternoon for a relaxing evening. Overnight at your lodge, where you can enjoy a lakeside bonfire or quiet evening in your room.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Langano
- Accommodation:
- Bishangari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Lake Langano - Addis Ababa
Lake Langano - Addis Ababa
Begin the day with a peaceful lakeside breakfast and optional morning walk along the shoreline. Depart Langano and drive back to Addis Ababa, stopping at scenic viewpoints or local markets along the Rift Valley. Arrive in the capital in the late afternoon, concluding your nature escape with memories of lakes, wildlife, and traditional Ethiopian hospitality.
- Main Destination:
- Addis Ababa (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks: