5 Days, Awash National Park and Harar, Ethiopia
Overview
Step into a realm of captivating landscapes and vibrant cultural heritage with our exclusive 5-day expedition to Ethiopia’s renowned Awash National Park and the enchanting city of Harar. Dejene Ethiopia Tours invites you to embark on an unforgettable adventure that will immerse you in the natural wonders of the park and the historical charm of the city, all while enjoying the expertise and hospitality that we’re known for.
Provided by Dejene Ethiopia Tours.
$2,100.00
Itinerary
Day 01: Addis Ababa - Awash National Park
Start your adventure with a scenic drive to Awash National Park, via the Rift Valley Lake of Bishoftu that is close to Debre Zeit. Continue with an evening drive through the Awash National Park, where you’ll visit an area often occupied by hyenas. Overnight Lodge (L, D)
Day 02: Awash National Park - Dire Dawa
Take part in the early morning game viewing. Continuing from there, we’ll drive to Dire Dawa through the Harege Plateau, a region of coffee and chat plantations. Arrive in Dire Dawa in the afternoon, just in time for a tour of the local market. Overnight Hotel (B, L, D)
Day 03: Harar
With a 45 minute drive, you’ll wind up in Harar, a 16th-century walled city that is the fourth most important city in the Islamic World. You get to stroll through the city and see the home of Arthur Rimbuad, a renowned French poet who worked and lived in Harar as a “gun-runner” during the 19th century. You’ll get to visit the National and Harari museums; the house of Ras Mekonnen (father of Haile Selassie); and a traditional Harari home. As the evening settles, you’ll be brought to see the “Hyena Man” as he feeds the hyenas that gather outside of the town at night. Overnight Hotel (B, L, D)
Day 04: Harar
Continue your adventure with a brilliant tour of Harar. Partake in an excursion to visit the dazzling homes within the cliff-side village of Koremi. Plenty of places to take great pictures can be found along the way. Overnight Hotel (B, L, D)
Day 05: Harar - Addis Ababa
We drive to Dire Dawa and stop briefly to behold Ethiopia’s largest “chat” market in Aweday. A soothing flight with Ethiopian Airlines will bring you back to Addis Ababa. If time permits, you’ll get the chance to go souvenir shopping before your adventure reaches its conclusion. Enjoy the evening with a farewell dinner at a traditional Ethiopian restaurant, which features dancers and musicians representing some of the nation’s numerous ethnic groups. And if needed, your driver will transfer you to the airport for your late-night departure. (B, L, D)
$2,100.00
