7-Day Ethiopia Wildlife, Tribal Culture & Lalibela Tour

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

Arrival in Addis Ababa – City Tour & Welcome

Upon arrival at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, you will be welcomed by your guide and transferred to your hotel. After check-in and rest, begin a guided city tour depending on arrival time. Visit the National Museum of Ethiopia, home to the famous early human fossil “Lucy,” then continue to Mount Entoto for panoramic views of the capital. Explore Merkato, the largest open-air market in Africa, and optionally visit Holy Trinity Cathedral, an important religious and historical site. Overnight in Addis Ababa.

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:

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

Addis Ababa – Drive to Awash National Park

After breakfast, drive east from Addis Ababa through the scenic Great Rift Valley, passing volcanic hills, lakes, and traditional rural villages. Stop along the way for photography and landscape views. Arrive at Awash National Park in the afternoon and enjoy a short introductory game drive around the park area and Awash River surroundings. The park is known for its dry savannah ecosystem and wildlife sightings. Overnight in Awash.

Main Destination:

Awash National Park

Best Time To Visit October to February (Little rain and less hot)

High Season September to April (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:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Awash National Park – Wildlife Safari Experience

Spend a full day exploring Awash National Park. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives across the park’s open plains and river areas. Wildlife commonly seen includes Beisa oryx, Soemmerring’s gazelle, warthogs, baboons, and a variety of bird species. Visit the dramatic Awash River Gorge and the natural Filwoha hot springs formed by volcanic activity. Optional cultural visit to nearby Afar communities may be arranged depending on conditions. Overnight in Awash.

Main Destination:

Awash National Park

Accommodation:

Genet Hotel Awash

• Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Awash NP

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Awash – Fly to Lalibela – UNESCO Rock-Hewn Churches

After breakfast, transfer back to Addis Ababa for your domestic flight to Lalibela. Upon arrival, meet your guide and begin exploring the first group of rock-hewn churches carved directly into volcanic rock. Visit Bet Medhane Alem, Bet Maryam, Bet Golgotha, and surrounding interconnected churches. These ancient structures are part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and represent one of the world’s greatest architectural achievements. Overnight in Lalibel.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Harbe Hotel - Lalibela

• Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Lalibela Full Exploration – Spiritual Heritage Site

Continue exploring the second and third church clusters of Lalibela. Visit the iconic St. George Church (Bet Giyorgis), famous for its cross-shaped design carved into a single block of stone. Discover underground tunnels connecting churches and learn about King Lalibela’s 12th-century vision to create a “New Jerusalem.” Optional hike or mule ride to Asheton Maryam Monastery offers spectacular mountain views over the region. Overnight in Lalibela.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Hill Top Lodge Lalibela

• Mid-range lodge located in Lalibela (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Fly to Jinka – Omo Valley Cultural Gateway

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Jinka in southern Ethiopia. This region is known for its rich tribal diversity and cultural traditions. Upon arrival, explore local markets and nearby villages depending on time. Experience the transition from highlands to the lowland Omo Valley landscapes. Overnight in Jinka.

Main Destination:

Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Jinka Resort

• Budget hotel located in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Mursi Tribe – Konso – Lake Chamo – Departure

Early morning visit to Mago National Park to meet the Mursi tribe, famous for their distinctive lip plates and traditional body decoration. Continue driving to Konso, a UNESCO World Heritage cultural landscape known for its terraced hills, ancient agricultural systems, and wooden totem statues called “Waga.” Proceed to Lake Chamo in the afternoon for a boat safari, where you will see large Nile crocodiles, hippos, and diverse birdlife. After the safari, transfer to the airport or connect your flight back to Addis Ababa for departure.

Main Destination:

Konso (Cultural Village)

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.