8-Day Wild Wonders of Ethiopia Wildlife Photography Tour

Explore Addis Ababa City Tour

Day 1Explore Addis Ababa City Tour Explore Addis Ababa City Tour Morning You'll start your journey at the National Museum of Ethiopia, home to the world-famous Lucy fossil, one of the oldest human ancestors. Then, you'll visit the Holy Trinity Cathedral, a masterpiece of Ethiopian architecture and one of the country’s most revered religious sites. Midday Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of Merkato, Africa’s largest open-air market, where you can shop for spices, coffee, and handmade crafts while witnessing the bustling daily life of locals. Recharge with a flavorful traditional Ethiopian lunch at a renowned local restaurant. Afternoon You'll head to the Entoto Hills for breathtaking views of the city and visit the historic Entoto Maryam Church, along with Emperor Menelik II’s former palace. If time allows, you'll explore the Ethnological Museum, showcasing Ethiopia’s diverse cultural heritage. You'll wrap up your day with a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony, a delightful way to experience the country’s cherished coffee culture. Main Destination: Addis Ababa (City) Accommodation: Da'amat Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive to Awash National Park

Day 2Drive to Awash National Park Drive to Awash National Park Activities: You'll stop at the Rift Valley viewpoints. You'll visit Lake Beseka (birdlife, landscapes) You'll enjoy an afternoon game drive in Awash National Park Wildlife to photograph: Beisa oryx, Soemmerring’s gazelle, olive baboons Over 400 bird species (e.g., Abyssinian ground hornbill). Hot springs, volcanic landscapes Overnight stay: Lodge inside or near Awash National Park. 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) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Awash National Park Full-Day Exploration

Day 3Awash National Park Full-Day Exploration Awash National Park Full-Day Exploration Activities: Sunrise wildlife photography, you'll visit Awash River Falls and Filwoha Hot Springs An optional cultural visit to Afar village. Photography highlights: Waterfalls, canyons, and crater lakes Early morning light on plains and wildlife. Overnight stay: Same lodge or campsite. Main Destination: Awash National Park Accommodation: Awash Falls Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Awash NP Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive to Bale Mountains National Park (via Asela or Nazret)

Day 4Drive to Bale Mountains National Park (via Asela or Nazret) Drive to Bale Mountains National Park (via Asela or Nazret) You'll drive to Bale Goba town for a coffee. You'll continue driving to Dinsho National Park for a short hike. The Mountain Nyala, Menelik's Bushbuck, and other endemic species are available. You will have a chance to see them. After the visit, you'll drive to Goba town for the night. Dinner will be served at the hotel. Overnight stay: Hotel. Main Destination: Bale Mountains National Park Best Time To Visit November to February (Little rain) High Season October to January (Park is never busy) Best Weather November to February Wildlife in Bale Mountains NP Ethiopian Wolf Common Mountain Nyala Common Warthog Common Menelik'sBushbuck Occasional Guereza Monkey Occasional Show more Olive Baboon Occasional Bohor Reedbuck Occasional Starck's Hare Occasional Giant Mole-rat Occasional Bale Monkey Rare Giant Forest Hog Rare Golden Jackal Rare Gelada Monkey None Walia Ibex None Accommodation: Wabe Shebelle Hotel Goba Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Bale Mountains NP Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive Lake Gebre-Guracha

Day 5Drive Lake Gebre-Guracha Drive Lake Gebre-Guracha Activity hike Lake Geber-Guracha. After breakfast, you'll drive to the starting point for the hike to Lake Geber-Guracha, which will take approximately 4 hours. During the hike, there’s a high chance of spotting the endemic Ethiopian wolf. You'll enjoy a picnic lunch with breathtaking views of the 3,900m-high lake, and visit local villages along the way. You'll continue driving to the Sanetti Plateau, with elevations ranging from 3,700m to 4,100m, making it the highest road in Africa. You'll hike around the second-highest peak in Ethiopia, Tullu Demtu (4,377m), before driving on to Harena Forest. On this day, you’ll see the second-highest mountain in Ethiopia, Tullu Demtu, along with endemic wildlife like the Ethiopian wolf and various bird species. Expect about 3 hours of driving today. Dinner at the lodge. Overnight stay will be at Bale Mountain Lodge. Main Destination: Bale Mountains National Park Accommodation: Bale Mountain Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Bale Mountains NP +2 Photos Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Explore Harena Forest

Day 6Explore Harena Forest Explore Harena Forest You'll explore Harena Forest. After breakfast, you'll embark on a beautiful 3-hour hike through Harena Forest. You'll explore Harena Forest. After breakfast, you'll embark on a beautiful 3-hour hike through Harena Forest. Activities: You'll explore the lush, cloud-shrouded Harenna Forest. You'll visit Rira village and forest coffee plantations. Wildlife: Bale monkey, bush pigs, colobus monkey, Chance of seeing leopards (rare). Photography: Misty forest scenes, waterfalls, and local culture. Overnight stay: Bale Mountain Lodge. Main Destination: Bale Mountains National Park Accommodation: Bale Mountain Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Bale Mountains NP Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Explores Sanetti Plateau

Day 7Explores Sanetti Plateau Explores Sanetti Plateau Activities: Full-day excursion to the Sanetti Plateau (~4,000m elevation). Wildlife focus: Ethiopian wolf —the most endangered canid on Earth. Giant mole rats, high-altitude bird species. Photography: Dramatic moorland landscapes, Afro-alpine plants. Morning frost and golden light on wide open spaces. Overnight stay: Bale Mountain Lodge. Main Destination: Bale Mountains National Park Accommodation: Bale Mountain Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Bale Mountains NP Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Fly Bale Goba to Addis Ababa

Day 8Fly Bale Goba to Addis Ababa Fly Bale Goba to Addis Ababa After breakfast, you'll enjoy a short hike. Afterwards, you'll drive to Bale Goba Airport (approximately a 3-hour drive). And fly back to Addis Ababa. You'll depart for Addis Ababa at 3:30 pm, arriving at 4:25 pm. This marks the end of your adventure. 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 Ethio Top Land Tours, not SafariBookings. This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings. If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change. Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your q