10-Day Gondar, Simien, Danakil and Abune Yemata & Harar

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

Addis Ababa City Tour

Arrive in Addis Ababa and begin your exploration of Ethiopia’s vibrant capital. Visit key landmarks such as the National Museum and Trinity Cathedral. Enjoy panoramic views from Entoto Hills while learning about the city’s history. End the day with a traditional Ethiopian dinner and cultural music performance. Overnight stay capital hotel and spa.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Capital Hotel & Spa

• 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)

Fly to Gondar & Simien Mountains

Take a morning flight to Gondar and drive to Sankaber in the Simien Mountains National Park. Along the way, enjoy dramatic landscapes and highland scenery. Spot endemic gelada (Chilada) baboons in their natural habitat. Continue toward Gich while watching for Walia ibex and visiting the Jinbar River viewpoint. Overnight camping.

Main Destination:

Simien Mountains National Park

Best Time To Visit September to December (Beautiful scenery)

High Season October to April (Lodges are busy)

Best Weather October to April

Wildlife in Simien Mountains NP

Gelada Monkey Abundant

Walia Ibex Occasional

Ethiopian Wolf Rare

Klipspringer Rare

Bushbuck Rare

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Golden Jackal Rare

Hyena Rare

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Simien Mountains NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Gich to Gondar

Drive back from Gich to Gondar through the scenic highlands. Arrive in the afternoon and relax before sightseeing. Visit the famous Royal Enclosure castles and historic churches. Learn about Gondar’s role as a former imperial capital of Ethiopia. Overnight Haile Resort.

Main Destination:

Simien Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

Haile Resort Gondar

• Mid-range hotel located in Gondar (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Fly Gondar to Dire Dawa

Fly from Gondar (via Addis Ababa) to Dire Dawa in eastern Ethiopia. Visit the local museum to understand the region’s cultural diversity. In the evening, experience the unique tradition of hyena feeding. Enjoy the lively atmosphere of this multicultural city. Overnight stay Ras Hotel.

Main Destination:

Harar (Town)

Accommodation:

Harar Ras Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Harar (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Dire Dawa Exploration

Start the day by visiting bustling local markets filled with spices and crafts. Walk through the historic old town with its distinctive architecture. Interact with locals and experience daily life in Dire Dawa. Relax in the afternoon or explore more hidden corners of the city. Overnigt stay Dire Dawa Ras Hotel.

Main Destination:

Dire Dawa (Town)

Accommodation:

Dire Dawa Ras Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Dire Dawa (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Return to Addis Ababa

Take a morning flight back to Addis Ababa. Spend the day at leisure or do some last-minute shopping. Visit local cafes to taste authentic Ethiopian coffee and mini market around the city. Prepare for the next adventure to the Afar region. Overnight stay Capital hotel and Spa.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Capital Hotel & Spa

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Fly Addis Ababa to Semera & Danakil Depression

Fly to Semera and begin your tour into the Danakil Depression. Drive across one of the hottest places on Earth. Visit the salt lakes and observe colorful mineral formations. Experience the unique and otherworldly landscape of the Afar region. Overnight stay camping.

Main Destination:

Danakil Depression (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive Danakil to Erta Ale Volcano

Travel deeper into the Danakil Depression toward Erta Ale volcano. Begin a guided tour to the summit in the late afternoon. Witness the mesmerizing active lava lake at night and on the way you will visit the sunset. Camp under the stars near the volcano. Overnight stay Camping.

Main Destination:

Erta Ale Volcano (Danakil Depression)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive To Abune Yemata

Drive from Erta Ale area to Mekelle, passing through rugged landscapes. En route or nearby, visit the famous Abune Yemata Guh rock-hewn church. Climb to the church and admire its ancient wall paintings. Enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. Overnight stay vision Hotel.

Main Destination:

Hawzen (Town)

Accommodation:

Vision Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Hawzen (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Return to Addis Ababa

Fly back to Addis Ababa from Mekelle. Spend your final hours relaxing or shopping for souvenirs. Reflect on the diverse experiences across Ethiopia. Depart with unforgettable memories of culture, nature, and adventure.

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.