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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Addis Ababa – Discover Ethiopia's Vibrant Capital
Arrival in Addis Ababa – Discover Ethiopia's Vibrant Capital
Arrival in Addis Ababa – Discover Ethiopia's Vibrant Capital
Welcome to Ethiopia! Upon arrival at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your guide and transferred to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, begin exploring Africa's highest capital city with visits to the National Museum, home to the famous 3.2-million-year-old fossil "Lucy," and the historic Holy Trinity Cathedral. Drive to Entoto Mountain for breathtaking panoramic views over Addis Ababa before visiting a traditional Ethiopian coffee house to experience the country's world-renowned coffee culture. In the evening, enjoy authentic Ethiopian cuisine accompanied by colorful traditional music and dance performances, offering a memorable introduction to Ethiopia's rich cultural heritage.
Overnight: Addis Ababa Cassiopeia hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Addis Ababa (City, Ethiopia)
- Accommodation:
- Cassiopeia Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Fly to Lalibela – Explore Ethiopia's Rock-Hewn Churches
Fly to Lalibela – Explore Ethiopia's Rock-Hewn Churches
Fly to Lalibela – Explore Ethiopia's Rock-Hewn Churches
After breakfast, take a scenic domestic flight to Lalibela, one of Africa's most remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Often called the "New Jerusalem," Lalibela is famous for its extraordinary 12th-century rock-hewn churches carved entirely from solid volcanic rock. Spend the day exploring the magnificent northern church complex, including Bet Medhane Alem, Bet Maryam, Bet Meskel, and the iconic Bet Giorgis, celebrated as Ethiopia's architectural masterpiece. Meet local priests, admire centuries-old religious traditions, and learn about the fascinating history of Ethiopia's ancient Christian civilization. End the day enjoying spectacular sunset views over Lalibela's dramatic highland landscape.
Overnight: Lalibela
Overnight at Mountain View Hotel, Lalibela.
- Main Destination:
- Lalibela (Town, Ethiopia)
- Accommodation:
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Mountain View Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Discover More of Lalibela & Hike to Asheton Maryam Monastery
Discover More of Lalibela & Hike to Asheton Maryam Monastery
Discover More of Lalibela & Hike to Asheton Maryam Monastery
After breakfast, continue exploring the remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lalibela by visiting the southern cluster of rock-hewn churches, each showcasing extraordinary medieval architecture and centuries-old Ethiopian Orthodox Christian traditions. Later, enjoy a scenic hike or mule ride to Asheton Maryam Monastery, perched high above the town with spectacular panoramic views of the Lasta Mountains. Meet local monks, admire ancient religious manuscripts, and experience the peaceful atmosphere of this sacred pilgrimage site. Return to Lalibela in the afternoon for leisure time to explore local markets and interact with the friendly community.
Overnight: Lalibela at Mountain view hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Lalibela (Town, Ethiopia)
- Accommodation:
- Mountain View Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Fly to Gondar – Explore the Royal Capital of Ethiopia from the 17th century
Fly to Gondar – Explore the Royal Capital of Ethiopia from the 17th century
Lalibela – Gondar | Rock Churches & Royal Castles
Flight: Lalibela (11:55 AM) – Gondar (12:30 PM)
This morning, take a domestic flight to Gondar, Ethiopia's former imperial capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the impressive Fasil Ghebbi Royal Enclosure, home to medieval castles and palaces built by Emperor Fasilides in the 17th century. Continue to the beautiful Debre Birhan Selassie Church, renowned for its magnificent angel-covered ceiling and colorful biblical murals. Visit the historic Fasilides' Bath, famous for the annual Timkat (Epiphany) Festival celebrations. End the day strolling through Gondar's lively streets while experiencing its unique blend of history, architecture, and local culture.
Overnight: in Gondar at Goha Hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Gondar (City, Ethiopia)
- Accommodation:
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Goha Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Gondar – Simien Mountains National Park
Gondar – Simien Mountains National Park
Gondar – Simien Mountains National Park
After breakfast, drive through scenic highland landscapes to the breathtaking Simien Mountains National Park, one of Africa's most spectacular mountain ranges and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy an afternoon trek along dramatic escarpments offering panoramic views of deep valleys, rugged peaks, and towering cliffs. Encounter large troops of endemic Gelada Baboons and keep watch for Klipspringers, Ethiopian wolves, and numerous bird species. The Simien Mountains are one of Ethiopia's premier destinations for trekking, wildlife photography, and nature lovers.
Overnight: Simien Mountains debark at Ras Dejen Hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Simien Mountains National Park (Ethiopia)
- Accommodation:
- Ras Dejen Hotel
Wildlife in Simien Mountains NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Debark - Axum | The ancient kingdom of Ethiopia
Debark - Axum | The ancient kingdom of Ethiopia
Simien Mountains – Axum
After breakfast, travel north through Ethiopia's stunning highlands toward the ancient city of Axum, passing picturesque villages, fertile valleys, and the dramatic Tekeze River Gorge. This scenic journey offers excellent opportunities to experience authentic rural Ethiopia and admire spectacular mountain landscapes. Arrive in Axum, once the capital of one of Africa's greatest civilizations and the center of the ancient Axumite Kingdom. Relax at your hotel and prepare to discover one of Ethiopia's most important historical and archaeological destinations.
Overnight: Axum at Sabean hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Axum (City, Ethiopia)
- Accommodation:
-
Sabean International Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Axum – Hawzen (Gheralta Mountains Abune Yemata Guh)
Axum – Hawzen (Gheralta Mountains Abune Yemata Guh)
Axum – Geralta – Abune Yemata Guh.
In the morning after early breakfast at 6:30 AM, leave the hotel at 7 AM to visit Church of Zion Marry where the arch of the covenant believed to be found here. Proceeds to Queen palace ruins.
Visiting duration : 2 hrs.
Departed from Axum at 9 AM and Continue driving to Geralta Hawzen through the dramatic landscapes of the Gheralta Mountains to visit the world-famous Abune Yemata Guh Rock-Hewn Church.
Arrive in Hawzen Geralta around 12:00 midday.
Driving distance : 140 km
Driving time : 2hrs and 45 minutes
In the afternoon at 1:30 PM depart from the lodge for climbing adventure of steep cliffs and walk along narrow ledges to reach this extraordinary 6th-century church, renowned for its remarkably preserved biblical frescoes and breathtaking location.
Round trip : 3hrs
Back to the stunning Lodge for sunset and relaxing evening at 5 PM.
Overnight: Hawzen Gerlata at Geralta Lodge. 4 star Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Hawzen (Town, Ethiopia)
- Accommodation:
- Geralta Loge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Geralta -Mekele – Dallol
Geralta -Mekele – Dallol
Geralta -Mekele – Dallol
Distance :280-300 km
Time take:5-6 hrs
In the morning after breakfast at the hotel drive to Mekele for 100km approximately it takes 2hrs. At Mekele switch our Minibus to the 4wd for the next Danakil depression adventure. Then continue driving into the heart of the legendary Danakil Depression for 140km approximately 3-4hrs, one of the hottest and lowest places on Earth. Visit the colorful geothermal landscapes of Dallol, featuring vibrant mineral formations, sulfur springs, salt terraces, and surreal hydrothermal activity. Later, enjoy sunset views over Lake Asale, famous for its reflective salt flats and floating experience in the highly saline waters.
Lunch stop at ABA'Alla small town in Afar region.
Overnight: Ahmed Ela Camp under the billion star light.
- Main Destination:
- Ahmed Ela (Village, Ethiopia)
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Dallol - Erta Ale Volcano
Dallol - Erta Ale Volcano
Dallol – Erta Ale Volcano
Early morning exploration of the spectacular Dallol Depression, including active geothermal fields, colorful salt lakes, and traditional Afar salt mining operations. Visit the remarkable salt mountains before continuing across the lava desert to Erta Ale Volcano, one of the world's few continuously active volcanoes. After dinner, begin an evening trek to the summit rim where you can witness glowing lava activity and spectacular volcanic scenery under the stars.
Trekking: 2–3 Hours
Overnight: Erta Ale Base Camp. open air camping.
- Main Destination:
- Erta Ale Volcano (Danakil Depression, Ethiopia)
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Erta Ale – Semera – Addis Ababa
Erta Ale – Semera – Addis Ababa
Erta Ale – Semera – Addis Ababa. ( Drive & Flight)
Distance : 380km
Driving time : 4-5 hrs
Flight departure from Semera: 17:40 PM
Flight arrival in Addis Ababa: 19:00 PM
In the morning before sunrise, hike to the volcano rim for unforgettable views of the awakening desert and volcanic landscape. Back to the camp for breakfast and prepare for leaving danakil depression forever.
After breakfast, drive to Semera through the Afar Region's dramatic desert scenery. Stopover at Afdera for lunch and refreshing break. Swim at Lake Afdera which is like 10-14% salt water. Wash and cool your body at the fresh water after swimming. Then continue driving to Semera to catch the evening flight to Addis Ababa. Transferred you to your hotel on arrival in Addis.
Overnight at Cassiopeia Hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Addis Ababa (City, Ethiopia)
- Accommodation:
- Cassiopeia Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Addis Ababa – Arba Minch – Dorze Village |Flight|
Addis Ababa – Arba Minch – Dorze Village |Flight|
Addis Ababa – Arba Minch – Dorze Village
Fly to Arba Minch, one of southern Ethiopia's most scenic destinations, surrounded by lush forests and the Great Rift Valley lakes. Continue to the Dorze Highlands to visit the Dorze people, renowned for their remarkable elephant-shaped bamboo houses and exceptional weaving traditions. Meet local families, learn about their unique culture, observe traditional weaving techniques, and enjoy breathtaking views overlooking Lakes Abaya and Chamo. This cultural experience offers an authentic insight into Ethiopia's diverse ethnic heritage.
Overnight: Arba Minch at Haile Resort.
- Main Destination:
- Arba Minch (City, Ethiopia)
- Accommodation:
- Haile Resort Arba Minch
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 12
Arba Minch – Lake Chamo – Konso – Turmi |Omo Valley cultural explore
Arba Minch – Lake Chamo – Konso – Turmi |Omo Valley cultural explore
Arba Minch – Lake Chamo – Konso – Turmi
Begin your unforgettable Southern Ethiopia Omo Valley Cultural Tour with an early morning excursion on Lake Chamo in Nech Sar National Park. Enjoy a scenic boat cruise to observe Africa's largest crocodiles, hippos, and abundant birdlife, making it a paradise for wildlife lovers and photographers. Continue driving south through the spectacular landscapes of the Great Rift Valley to Konso, a World Heritage Site, where you will stop for lunch and admire the famous terraced hills and traditional stone-walled villages. Continue toward Turmi, stopping en route to meet the Bena people and watch the young Bena stick-walking boys, known for their unique pastoral traditions and colorful culture. Arrive in Turmi and relax at Buska Lodge for an overnight stay.
Overnight: Emerald Lodge, Turmi.
- Main Destination:
- Lower Omo Valley (Cultural Village, Ethiopia)
- Accommodation:
- Emerald Lodge Turmi
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 13
Turmi – Hamer Village – Mago National Park – Jinka
Turmi – Hamer Village – Mago National Park – Jinka
Turmi – Hamer Village – Mago National Park – Jinka
After breakfast, visit a traditional Hamer village, one of Ethiopia's most fascinating ethnic communities. Discover the Hamer people's daily lifestyle, traditional hairstyles, colorful beadwork, body decoration, and cattle-herding culture. If fortunate, you may witness local ceremonies such as the famous Bull Jumping ritual. Continue through the beautiful wilderness of Mago National Park to meet the iconic Mursi tribe, renowned for the women's decorative lip plates and their centuries-old traditions. Enjoy lunch in Jinka before visiting a nearby Ari village, where you'll experience the warm hospitality of the Ari people, learn about their farming lifestyle, coffee cultivation, traditional homes, and local handicrafts. Overnight at Nasa Hotel in Jinka.
Overnight: Nasa Hotel, Jinka.
- Main Destination:
- Mago National Park (Ethiopia)
- Accommodation:
- Nasa Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 14
Mursi Tribe – Fly to Addis Ababa – Nairobi
Mursi Tribe – Fly to Addis Ababa – Nairobi
Mursi Tribe – Fly to Addis Ababa – Nairobi
Flight Departure from Addis Ababa:11:35 PM
Flight Arrival in Nairobi:1:32 AM
This morning after having breakfast at the hotel transferred you to Jinka airport for your flight to Addis Ababa.
Domestic flight departure from Jinka:10:45 AM
Domestic flight arrival in Addis Ababa:11:20 AM
Upon arrival in Addis transferred you to your hotel for the day use. Drive out after the hotel check-in for lunch in the town.
Shopping and relaxing afternnon. In the evening airport transfer and connect with your international flight to Nairobi, Kenya. Upon arrival, meet your Kenyan guide and transfer to your hotel for the next chapter of your unforgettable East African safari.
Overnight: Nairobi at Swiss Lenana Mount Hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City, Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Swiss Lenana Mount Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 15
Nairobi – Samburu National Reserve
Nairobi – Samburu National Reserve
Nairobi – Samburu National Reserve
After breakfast, drive north through the beautiful Kenyan countryside to Samburu National Reserve, one of Kenya's most spectacular wildlife destinations. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in search of the unique "Samburu Special Five"—Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, Somali ostrich, and gerenuk—species rarely found elsewhere in Africa. The reserve is also home to elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and numerous bird species. The dramatic Ewaso Nyiro River creates an oasis that attracts abundant wildlife, making Samburu a paradise for safari lovers and photographers.
Overnight: Samburu National Reserve at Samburu Simba Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Samburu National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Samburu Simba Lodge
Wildlife in Samburu NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 16
Samburu National Reserve – Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Samburu National Reserve – Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Samburu National Reserve – Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Begin the day with an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active, offering excellent opportunities to spot predators and elephants in their natural habitat. After breakfast, continue to the renowned Ol Pejeta Conservancy, East Africa's leading wildlife conservation area. Visit the world's largest sanctuary for endangered black rhinos and the only chimpanzee sanctuary in Kenya. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in search of rhinos, lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, giraffes, and many other iconic African wildlife species while learning about the conservancy's outstanding conservation efforts.
Overnight: Ol Pejeta Conservancy at Enchoro Wildlife Camp.
- Main Destination:
- Ol Chorro Oirowua Conservancy (Greater Masai Mara, Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Enchoro Wildlife Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 17
Ol Pejeta Conservancy – Lake Nakuru National Park
Ol Pejeta Conservancy – Lake Nakuru National Park
Ol Pejeta Conservancy – Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, depart for the spectacular Lake Nakuru National Park, one of Kenya's premier wildlife destinations in the Great Rift Valley. Enjoy an afternoon game drive through diverse habitats of acacia woodland, grassland, and the alkaline lake. The park is renowned for its thriving populations of endangered white and black rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, lions, leopards, buffaloes, zebras, and seasonal flocks of flamingos and pelicans. Lake Nakuru is also one of East Africa's finest birdwatching destinations, with over 450 recorded bird species, making it a paradise for wildlife photographers and nature lovers.
Overnight: Lake Nakuru at Sarova woodland Hotel and Spa.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Sarova Woodlands Hotel & Spa
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 18
Lake Nakuru – Lake Naivasha – Masai Mara National Reserve
Lake Nakuru – Lake Naivasha – Masai Mara National Reserve
Lake Nakuru – Lake Naivasha – Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, travel to the beautiful freshwater Lake Naivasha, surrounded by lush acacia forests and abundant birdlife. Enjoy an optional boat safari to observe hippos, African fish eagles, kingfishers, cormorants, and other waterbirds at close range. Continue your journey through the scenic Great Rift Valley to the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya's most celebrated safari destination. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive across the endless savannah, where elephants, giraffes, antelopes, and predators roam freely against the backdrop of breathtaking African landscapes.
Overnight: Masai Mara National Reserve at Mara Frontier hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Mara Frontier Hotel
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 19
Full-Day Safari in Masai Mara National Reserve
Full-Day Safari in Masai Mara National Reserve
Full-Day Safari in Masai Mara National Reserve
Spend the entire day exploring the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, home to the iconic Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino. Search for cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, crocodiles, and countless bird species while traversing the vast open plains. Between July and October, witness the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration, considered one of the greatest wildlife spectacles on Earth. Optional visits to a traditional Maasai village provide fascinating insights into the culture, customs, and traditions of Kenya's most famous indigenous community. This unforgettable safari is a dream destination for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers.
Overnight: Masai Mara National Reserve.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Mara Frontier Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 20
Masai Mara – Nairobi – Departure
Masai Mara – Nairobi – Departure
Masai Mara – Nairobi – Departure
Enjoy one final early morning game drive as the African savannah awakens, offering excellent opportunities for memorable wildlife encounters and photography. After breakfast, drive back to Nairobi through the picturesque Great Rift Valley, stopping at scenic viewpoints along the way. Depending on your departure schedule, enjoy some last-minute shopping or lunch before transferring to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your international departure flight. Your unforgettable 20-Day Ethiopia & Kenya Cultural and Wildlife Safari concludes with lifelong memories of ancient civilizations, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, spectacular landscapes, authentic tribal cultures, and Africa's extraordinary wildlife.
End of Tour.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City, Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
