12-Day Ethiopian Family Safari Holiday

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

Addis Ababa – Wenchi Crater Lake

Drive from Addis Ababa to Wenchi Crater Lake (approx. 3½ hours). Upon arrival, meet members of the local community and begin exploring the stunning volcanic landscape.
Enjoy trekking or horseback riding through scenic farmlands, forests, and crater views.
Overnight: Wanchi Ija Eco Lodge.

Main Destination:

Wenchi Crater Lake

Accommodation:

Wanchi Ija Eco Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located at Wenchi Crater Lake

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Wenchi Crater Lake – Monastery Island

In the morning, take a boat trip across Wenchi Lake to the monastery island, home to a historic church. Visit the church and spend time enjoying the peaceful surroundings.
Return by boat to the mainland and hike or ride back to the vehicle.
Overnight: Wanchi Ija Eco Lodge.

Main Destination:

Wenchi Crater Lake

Accommodation:

Wanchi Ija Eco Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located at Wenchi Crater Lake

Meals & Drinks:

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

Wenchi – Addis Ababa

After breakfast, drive back to Addis Ababa, enjoying scenic views and several photo stops along the way through the Ethiopian highlands and countryside. The journey offers opportunities to stretch your legs, observe local life, and capture beautiful landscapes before reaching the capital.

Upon arrival in Addis Ababa, check in at the Best Western Plus Pearl Addis, a modern and comfortable hotel conveniently located near the airport.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Best Western Plus Pearl Addis

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Addis Fly to Jimma

Take a morning domestic flight from Addis Ababa to Jimma. Continue by road to Chebera Churchura National Park, one of Ethiopia’s most pristine and least-visited wildlife reserves.
The park features rolling hills, dense forests, grasslands, rivers, and crater lakes.
Wildlife highlights include:
• African elephants (one of the best locations in Ethiopia)
• Cape buffalo, hippos, lions, leopards, antelopes
• Rich birdlife with endemic and migratory species
Overnight: Chebera Safari Lodge.

Main Destination:

Chebera-Churchura National Park

Best Time To Go October to March (Little rainfall)

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

Best Weather

Accommodation:

Chebera Safari Lodge

• Budget tented camp located inside Chebera-Churchura NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Full-Day Wildlife Exploration – Chebera Churchura

Spend the day exploring Chebera Churchura National Park on guided game drives and walking safaris. Travel through dense forests, riverbanks, and open grasslands while observing wildlife in their natural habitat, including elephants, buffalo, antelopes, and a variety of bird species.

Throughout the day, your guide will share insights into the park’s unique ecosystems, wildlife behavior, and ongoing conservation efforts that protect this pristine wilderness. Enjoy the tranquility of one of Ethiopia’s least-visited national parks before returning to the lodge to relax.

Overnight: Chebera Safari Lodge.

Main Destination:

Chebera-Churchura National Park

Accommodation:

Chebera Safari Lodge

• Budget tented camp located inside Chebera-Churchura NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Chebera Churchura National Park

Continue exploring deeper sections of the park. Enjoy more chances to spot large mammals and rare birds while experiencing the tranquility of this unspoiled wilderness.
Optional relaxation near rivers or scenic viewpoints.
Overnight: Chebera Safari Lodge.

Main Destination:

Chebera-Churchura National Park

Accommodation:

Chebera Safari Lodge

• Budget tented camp located inside Chebera-Churchura NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Chebera-Jimma- drive to Arbaminch

Drive back to Jimma and visit a coffee plantation en route. Learn about Ethiopia’s world-famous coffee culture, from cultivation to processing, followed by a coffee tasting experience.
Continue south to Arba Minch. Overnight: Hotel in Arba Minch Haile resort.

Main Destination:

Arba Minch (City)

Accommodation:

Haile Resort Arba Minch

• Mid-range hotel located in Arba Minch (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Arba Minch – Lake Chamo – Dorze Village – Konso

Morning boat trip on Lake Chamo to see hippos, Nile crocodiles, and birdlife. Visit the Dorze people, known for their beehive-shaped houses and traditional weaving. Continue to Konso, famous for its terraced landscapes and cultural heritage.
Overnight: Kanta Lodge in Konso.

Main Destination:

Lake Chamo

Accommodation:

Kanta Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Konso (Cultural Village)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Konso – Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)

Visit the Konso Cultural House to learn about their traditions, wooden statues, and advanced terracing systems. Drive to Turmi in the Lower Omo Valley.
Afternoon visit to a Hamar village, known for their unique hairstyles, ornaments, and customs.
Overnight: Emerald Lodge, Turmi.

Main Destination:

Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Emerald Lodge Turmi

• Mid-range lodge located in Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Turmi – Nyangatom Village – Hamar Bull Jumping Ceremony

Visit the Nyangatom people, Nilotic agro-pastoralists living near the South Sudan border. Learn about their lifestyle and livestock traditions In the afternoon (if available), attend the Hamar bull-jumping ceremony, a major rite of passage.
Overnight: Emerald Lodge, Turmi.

Main Destination:

Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Emerald Lodge Turmi

• Mid-range lodge located in Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Turmi – Karo & Mursi Tribes – Arba Minch

Visit the Karo people, renowned for their striking body painting and beautifully situated villages along the banks of the Omo River. Learn about their traditions, daily life, and artistic expressions through guided cultural interaction.

Continue onward to meet the Mursi community, one of Ethiopia’s most distinctive tribes, known for their unique cultural practices and traditional lip plates. After the visits, enjoy a scenic drive back to Arba Minch in the evening.

Upon arrival, check in at Haile Resort Arba Minch, where you can relax and reflect on the day’s cultural experiences.

Overnight: Haile Resort, Arba Minch.

Main Destination:

Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Haile Resort Arba Minch

• Mid-range hotel located in Arba Minch (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Arba Minch – Addis Ababa / Departure

Transfer to Arba Minch Airport for your domestic flight back to Addis Ababa. Upon arrival, enjoy a short walk and free time for last-minute shopping, souvenir browsing, or any personal purchases you may wish to make.

In the evening, experience a memorable farewell dinner at Yod Abyssinia Cultural Restaurant, featuring traditional Ethiopian cuisine accompanied by live music and colorful cultural dance performances.

After dinner, transfer to the airport for your international departure, marking the end of your unforgettable Ethiopian family safari holiday.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner 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.