4-Day Wildlife & Wonders Awash National Park Tour

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

Addis Ababa – Awash National Park via Debre Zeit

Morning:
Depart from Addis Ababa and travel through the Ethiopian Rift Valley. Stop at the crater lakes of Debre Zeit (Bishoftu) for coffee and early birdwatching opportunities.

Midday:
Continue to Lake Beseka, near Metehara, a salt lake that attracts large flocks of waterbirds including pelicans, flamingos, and storks. Picnic lunch en route.

Afternoon:
Arrive at Awash National Park and settle into your lodge or campsite. Begin an introductory game drive, spotting animals such as:

Beisa Oryx

Warthogs

Greater Kudu

Soemmerring’s Gazelle.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Bonanza Addis Hotel

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

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Full-Day Exploration – Game Drives & Gorge Walk

Morning:
After breakfast, head out for a sunrise safari in the Ilala Sala Plains. This is the best time to observe wildlife activity and photograph the savannah landscape under soft light.

Midday:
Visit the dramatic Awash River Gorge, where the river plunges into a canyon forming a waterfall surrounded by volcanic cliffs and doum palms. Watch for baboons and endemic bird species.

Afternoon:
Explore woodlands and bushveld on a second game drive. Look out for:

Hamadryas Baboons

Colobus Monkeys

Jackals

Over 400 bird species, including raptors and ground dwellers.

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:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Filwoha Hot Springs & Afar Cultural Experience

Morning:
Drive north through the desert landscape to reach the Filwoha Hot Springs, a stunning natural oasis fed by geothermally heated waters. Swim or soak in the turquoise pools surrounded by palm trees.

Midday:
Visit a nearby Afar village (if accessible and with permission). Learn about the Afar people’s nomadic lifestyle, camel caravans, and traditional attire. Optional camel ride experience may be available.

Afternoon:
Return to your lodge or stop for birdwatching along the way. This is a great time to spot:

Secretary Birds

Red-billed Hornbills

Northern Carmine Bee-eaters.

Main Destination:

Awash National Park

Accommodation:

Awash Falls Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Awash NP

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Game Drive – Return to Addis Ababa

Morning:
Take a final early morning game drive or guided nature walk to spot any missed wildlife and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the park one last time.

Midday:
Have lunch and begin the drive back to Addis Ababa. Optional stop at Koka Dam or Lake Hora for final birdwatching along the way.

Evening:
Arrive in Addis Ababa in the late afternoon or early evening. Drop-off at hotel or airport depending on your departure plans.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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