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Arrival
Day 1
Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa
Upon arrival at Bole International Airport, you'll be met by an EWT representative and transferred to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, we offer different tour options:
-Mount Entoto, with stunning views of the capital.
-Institute of Ethiopian Studies, showcasing artifacts from different regions and reflecting the country's history and culture.
-National Museum, home to the 3.5-million-year-old "Lucy" skeleton.
-Holy Trinity Cathedral, a magnificent cathedral adorned with sculptures, mosaics, and other artistic works, serving as the burial place for members of the imperial family and patriots.
-The Mercato, Africa's largest open-air market.
- Main Destination:
- Addis Ababa (City)
- Accommodation:
- Ethiopian Skylight Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Addis Ababa - Arba Minch (Flight)
Addis Ababa - Arba Minch (Flight)
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Arba Minch in southern Ethiopia. After arriving and checking into your hotel, we'll embark on an exploration of this diverse region, starting with a visit to the Dorze people. This small ethnic group is known for their weaving skills. We'll be treated to breathtaking scenery along the way, including Wolayta farmland, green hills and valleys, and views of Lake Abaya and Lake Chamo.
- Main Destination:
- Arba Minch (City)
- Accommodation:
- Arbaminch Tourist Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Chamo Lake and Nechisar National Park
Chamo Lake and Nechisar National Park
Start your day with a boat cruise on Lake Chamo, spotting a variety of birds, pelicans, hippos, and the towering Nile Crocodile. After the cruise, enjoy a walking safari in Nechisar National Park, adjacent to Lake Chamo. This park offers diverse terrain, from cliffs to marshes and forests. Zebras and gazelles roam the vast savannas.
- Main Destination:
- Nechisar National Park
- Accommodation:
- Arbaminch Tourist Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Arba Minch - Hawassa (250 km)
Arba Minch - Hawassa (250 km)
Enjoy a scenic drive to Hawassa (about 6 hours), the capital of the Southern People's Nations and nicknamed "the city of eternal love". Relax in the 4-star resort owned by the famous Ethiopian runner Haile Gebre Selassie. Enjoy saunas, steam baths, beauty treatments, and stunning sunsets over Lake Hawassa.
- Main Destination:
- Awasa (City)
- Accommodation:
- Haile Resort Hawassa
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Wondo Genet or Aleta Wondo
Wondo Genet or Aleta Wondo
Choose between a hike in the beautiful Wondo Genet forest or a visit to a coffee farm in Aleta Wondo, where the famous Sidamo coffee is grown. Wondo Genet is a historic retreat with hot springs, endemic birds, and rich culture. In Aleta Wondo, you can sample Sidama organic coffee and traditional Sidama food, especially during the harvest season (late October).
- Main Destination:
- Wondo Genet (Town)
- Accommodation:
- Haile Resort Hawassa
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Hawassa - Lake Langano
Hawassa - Lake Langano
Explore the lively Hawassa fish market, where fishermen bring in the day’s catch, before traveling to Lake Langano through the scenic heart of the Rift Valley. Along the way, opt to visit Abijatta-Shalla National Park for sweeping Rift Valley views and diverse birdlife, or unwind at a Lake Langano resort, enjoying swimming, relaxation, and the tranquil lakeside atmosphere.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Langano
- Accommodation:
- Hara Langano Eco Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Lake Langano - Addis Ababa (210 km)
Lake Langano - Addis Ababa (210 km)
Enjoy breakfast and a scenic drive back to Addis Ababa (about 4 hours). A day room will be reserved for you until 6 p.m. In the evening, experience a farewell dinner at a traditional restaurant with cultural singing, dancing, food, and drinks. Transfer to the airport for your international departure or return to your hotel if staying in Addis Ababa.
Departure or Individual Extension.
- Main Destination:
- Addis Ababa (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
