10-Day Best of Ethiopia to the North Including Danakil

• 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

Arrival in Addis Ababa – City Tour
Upon arrival at Bole International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your guide and transferred to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, begin your exploration of Addis Ababa.
Visit the renowned Ethnological Museum, located within the former palace of Emperor Haile Selassie, offering deep insight into Ethiopia’s diverse cultures. End the day with a visit to Entoto Hill for panoramic views of the city.
Overnight: Addis Ababa.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Sun View Addis Hotel

• 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 Lalibela – Rock-Hewn Churches

Fly to Lalibela – Rock-Hewn Churches
Take a morning flight to Lalibela, one of Ethiopia’s most iconic destinations and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Explore the remarkable rock-hewn churches, carved directly into solid volcanic rock in the 12th century. Highlights include Bete Medhane Alem (the largest monolithic church in the world) and Bete Giyorgis, shaped like a cross.
Overnight: Lalibela.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Tabor Hotel Lalibela

• Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lalibela (Second Group) – Fly to Gondar

In the morning, visit the second cluster of Lalibela churches, including the famous Bete Gabriel-Rufael and Bete Abba Libanos.
Later, fly to Gondar, the former imperial capital of Ethiopia. Upon arrival, explore the impressive Fasil Ghebbi, a UNESCO-listed royal enclosure featuring castles built by Emperor Fasilides and his successors. Continue to the beautifully decorated Debre Berhan Selassie Church, famous for its angel-covered ceiling.
Overnight: Gondar.

Main Destination:

Gondar (City)

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)

DayTrip to Simien Mountains National Park

Take a scenic drive to the Simien Mountains, another UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its dramatic landscapes.
Enjoy a day of light trekking with breathtaking views of jagged peaks, deep valleys, and escarpments. Spot endemic wildlife such as gelada baboons, Walia ibex, and various bird species. Visit viewpoints like Sankaber for unforgettable panoramas.
Return to Gondar in the afternoon.
Overnight: Gondar.

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:

Haile Resort Gondar

• Mid-range hotel located in Gondar (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive to Bahir Dar – Lake Tana Monasteries

Drive through the scenic countryside to Bahir Dar, located on the shores of Lake Tana, Ethiopia’s largest lake.
In the afternoon, take a boat trip on Lake Tana to visit historic monasteries such as Ura Kidane Mihret, known for its vibrant religious paintings, and Azwa Maryam Monastery. You will also see the point where the Blue Nile begins its journey.
Overnight: Bahir Dar.

Main Destination:

Bahir Dar (City)

Accommodation:

Lake Avenue Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Bahir Dar (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Blue Nile Falls – Fly to Addis Ababa

In the morning, visit the impressive Blue Nile Falls (locally known as Tis Issat, meaning “smoking water”). Enjoy a short walk to viewpoints offering spectacular views of the falls, especially during the rainy season.
Later, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Addis Ababa.
Overnight: Addis Ababa.

Main Destination:

Blue Nile Falls (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Sun View Addis Hotel

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Fly to Semera – Drive to Danakil Depression

Fly to Semera and begin your adventure into the Danakil Depression, one of the hottest and most unique places on Earth.
Drive across the Afar region to reach the desert landscapes of Danakil. Experience the vast salt flats and meet Afar communities along the way.
Overnight: Camping under the stars.

Main Destination:

Danakil Depression (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Explore Dallol & ErtaAle

Visit Dallol, famous for its surreal, colorful mineral formations, sulfur springs, and salt deposits—one of the lowest and most otherworldly places on Earth.
In the afternoon, drive to Erta Ale, one of the world’s few continuously active lava lakes. Trek to the summit at sunset and witness the mesmerizing glow of molten lava.
Overnight: Camping near Erta Ale.

Main Destination:

Danakil Depression (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Return to Semera – Fly to Addis Ababa

Return to Semera – Fly to Addis Ababa
At the morning, After having your breakfast, and morning visit, Continue driving back to Semera through the beautiful desert landscapes.
Catch your return flight to Addis Ababa. Evening at leisure.
Overnight: Addis Ababa.

Main Destination:

Danakil Depression (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Sun View Addis Hotel

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Free Time & Departure

Free Time & Departure
Enjoy free time for last-minute shopping or relaxation. Visit local markets or souvenir shops to pick up Ethiopian handicrafts, coffee, and traditional items.
Later, transfer to the airport for your international departure.

Main Destination:

No major destination visited

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.