3-Day Chebera Churchura Wildlife and Nature Adventure

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

Flight from Addis Ababa to Jimma and Drive to Chebera Churchura Wildlife Safari

Begin your adventure with a morning flight from Addis Ababa to Jimma. Upon arrival, meet your guide and embark on a scenic drive through rolling hills, rivers, and rural villages, offering a glimpse of southern Ethiopia’s lush landscapes and traditional life. The journey sets the tone for your wildlife experience, as you travel deeper into one of Ethiopia’s most biodiverse regions.

In the afternoon, arrive at Chebera Churchura National Park and enjoy your first guided safari. Explore dense forests and open savannahs, keeping an eye out for elephants, buffalo, bushbucks, and the park’s rich variety of bird species. As the day winds down, soak in the tranquil natural surroundings and the unique atmosphere of this protected wilderness.

Accommodation: Chebera Elephant Paw Lodge

If you want, I can now prepare Day 2 with full details, safari and scenic highlights, including accommodation at the same 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 Elephant Paw Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Chebera-Churchura NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Full-Day Wildlife Safari and Nature Exploration in Chebera Churchura

After breakfast at Chebera Elephant Paw Lodge, spend the entire day exploring the rich landscapes of Chebera Churchura National Park. Begin with a guided morning safari through dense forests and open savannahs, where you can spot elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, and a variety of antelope species. Birdwatchers will enjoy the chance to see endemic and migratory species while learning about the park’s diverse ecosystem from your knowledgeable guide.

In the afternoon, take a short hike to scenic viewpoints and waterfalls within the park, capturing breathtaking views of the surrounding wilderness. The day offers ample opportunities for photography, wildlife observation, and immersion in the peaceful natural surroundings. Return to the lodge in the evening to relax, enjoy local cuisine, and reflect on a day full of unforgettable wildlife encounters.

Accommodation: Chebera Elephant Paw Lodge.

Main Destination:

Chebera-Churchura National Park

Accommodation:

Chebera Elephant Paw Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Chebera-Churchura NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Morning Safari, Traditional Coffee Experience in Jimma, and Return to Addis Ababa

Start your day with an early morning safari or nature walk in Chebera Churchura National Park. Witness the park’s wildlife during their most active hours and capture last glimpses of elephants, monkeys, buffalo, and colorful bird species. Return to the lodge for breakfast and take in the serene beauty of the park one final time before departing.

Afterward, drive back to Jimma and enjoy an authentic Ethiopian coffee ceremony, a cultural experience that highlights the rich heritage and traditions of the region. Following the coffee experience, transfer to Jimma Airport for your domestic flight back to Addis Ababa, bringing your unforgettable 3-day wildlife and nature adventure to a close.

Accommodation: N/A – End of tour.

Main Destination:

Chebera-Churchura National Park

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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