3-Day Wild Wonders and Nature, Awash National Park Tour
Overview
Tour Overview
Ethiopia Safari: You'll embark on a thrilling 3-day journey to Awash National Park, Ethiopia’s first and most accessible wildlife reserve, located just a few hours
Day by Day
Itinerary
Arrival in Awash National Park
Day 1Arrival in Awash National Park Arrival in Awash National Park Morning: You'll depart from Addis Ababa around 7:00 AM. The drive takes approximately 4 hours, passing through the scenic Ethiopian countryside. Midday: You'll arrive at Awash National Park and check into your lodge. You'll enjoy a hearty lunch featuring local and international cuisine. Afternoon: You'll embark on your first game drive through the park's diverse ecosystems, including savannah, acacia woodlands, and riverine forests. You'll spot wildlife such as Beisa oryx, gazelles, baboons, and various bird species. Evening: You'll return to the lodge for dinner. Optional: Participate in a night safari to observe nocturnal animals and the starry African sky. Your overnight stay will be at Awash Falls Lodge. 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'sGazelle Common HamadryasBaboon Common Salt's Dik-dik Common Show more 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)
Wildlife and and Scenic Exploration
Day 2Wildlife and and Scenic Exploration Wildlife and and Scenic Exploration Morning: You'll start with an early morning game drive, the best time to spot predators like lions and leopards, as well as a variety of bird species. Midday: You'll visit the spectacular Awash Falls, where the Awash River plunges into a deep gorge. Enjoy the scenic beauty and take photos. Afternoon: You'll go on a guided hike along the trails of the park. You'll explore the park’s rich biodiversity and enjoy bird watching, with over 450 bird species recorded in the park. Overnight stay will be at Doho Lodge & Hot Springs. Main Destination: Awash National Park Accommodation: Doho Lodge & Hot Springs Mid-range lodge located just outside Awash NP +10 Photos +9 Photos Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Final Exploration & Return to Addis Ababa
Day 3Final Exploration & Return to Addis Ababa Final Exploration & Return to Addis Ababa Morning: You'll enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the lodge. You'll embark on a final game drive to capture any last wildlife sightings and scenic views. Midday: You'll visit the Filwoha Hot Springs for a relaxing soak in the natural thermal waters, surrounded by lush vegetation. Afternoon: You'll have lunch at the lodge before departure. You'll begin your journey back to Addis Ababa in the early afternoon. You'll arrive back in Addis Ababa by early evening, with drop-off at your hotel. Main Destination: Addis Ababa (City) Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included) End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There Next: Offered By Best price guarantee Your request will be sent directly to the operator If preferred, you can contact the operator directly Next: Request a Quote Request a Quote Disclaimer This tour is offered by
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Included & Excluded
Included
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
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- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
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