Venture deep into Ethiopia’s only UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the Majang Forest in Western Ethiopia — a lush tropical wilderness unlike anywhere else in the country. Known for its dense evergreen rainforest, hidden waterfalls, and wild coffee forests, this region is a biodiversity hotspot and a cultural haven for the Majang people, one of Ethiopia’s smallest ethnic groups.
This immersive journey combines eco-trekking through pristine rainforest trails, visits to small Majang villages, and encounters with rich birdlife and wildlife. With over 300 bird species, unique plant diversity, and the chance to hike to breathtaking waterfalls, the Majang Forest is Ethiopia’s hidden paradise for eco-tourists and adventurers.
✨ Why This Trip Matters:
The Majang Forest Biosphere is Ethiopia’s only UNESCO-listed rainforest, making it one of the most significant conservation areas in the country. Trekking here means experiencing a completely different Ethiopia — lush green, humid, and alive with tropical sounds. It’s a journey into the birthplace of coffee, the traditions of the Majang people, and a thriving ecosystem of birds, butterflies, and primates.
This is Ethiopia for the true explorer — untouched, authentic, and unforgettable.
A 7-day trek through Ethiopia’s only UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, exploring dense rainforest, wild coffee forests, waterfalls, and Majang villages. Perfect for eco-tourists, birdwatchers, and explorers looking for something rare and off the beaten path.
Highlights
- Explore UNESCO-listed Majang Forest Biosphere Reserve.
- Trek through rainforest, waterfalls & coffee forests.
- Spot over 300 species of birds, monkeys, and butterflies.
- Learn about the Majang people and their forest-based culture.
- Overnight in eco-lodges and forest camps.
- Experience Ethiopia’s only tropical rainforest ecosystem.
