Ethiopian Unique Wildlife Safari
Ethiopian Unique Wildlife Safari
$2520
Tour Overview
Experience the unique wildlife of this incredible country, with the chance to see one of the world’s rarest mammals - the Ethiopian wolf. Visiting the country’s best wildlife locations - the Simien Mountains, Bale Mountains, Awash National Park and Lake Langano - this wonderful introduction to Ethiopia takes you to look for species such as Ethiopian wolf, gelada Monkey, Menelik’s bushbuck and Mountain nyala, all in stunning scenery. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Flight Addis Ababa – Gondar
Location: Simien Mountains National Park
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Simien Lodge
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
On your arrival to Addis Bole International Airport you will meet your guide and take a domestic flight to Gondar, on your arrival at Gondar airport meet the team and drive to Simien Mountains, the only UNESCO World Natural Heritage site in Ethiopia. On arrival at Simien Mountains check in to your Lodge then we will explore the scenic Simien escarpment in order to find the endemic Gelada Baboons. Nicknamed ‘bleeding heart baboon’. Gelada Baboons are endemic to Ethiopia and still being numerous in the Simien Mountains, they are mainly vegetarian, living on herbs, grasses and roots, but they also eat insects including and locusts. Geladas live along the rim and steep slopes of the escarpment, which is their refuge when danger threatens. You’ll have short hikes around to see more Gelada’s with the stunning magic landscape of the Simien Mountains.
Overnight Simien Lodge. ...more ...less
Day 2 : Simien Mountains National Park
Location: Simien Mountains National Park
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Simien Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning after breakfast, we will drive to the Chennek camps site area (3,620m). At Chennek there are again excellent views of the mountains and you should see more Gelada monkeys on the way. The higher we go, the more the scenery becomes magnificent at this high point of the mountain range. Then you will drive from Chennek to Bwahit Pass 4,200mt, The Bwahit pass provides good views of the impressive rock formation of Imet Gogo and Inatiye and more chances to see the Walia Ibex ( Capra ibex Walia) which is endemic to the Simien Mountains and the Ethiopian Wolf, one of the most endangered mammal species in the world.
Overnight Simien Lodge.
Day 3 : Flight To Addis - Drive To Awash National Park
Location: Awash National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Graceland Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning after breakfast take a drive back to Gondar and then flight to Addis, on your arrival to Addis take a drive to Awash National Park. En-root lunch stop. On arrival to Awash National park on the late afternoon we will go for game driving in the park. Here we expect Hamadryas Baboons, Olive Baboon, salt’s Dikdik on the afternoon game drive.
O/night Grace Land Hotel.
Day 4 : Awash National Park
Location: Awash National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Camping
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning before breakfast we will go for game drive in the thorny bushes and grassland of Awash National park including the hike in the riverbank forest by the Awash River Falls. We have a chance to spot mammals such as the Salt’s Dik-dik, Lesser Kudu, Warthog, Hamadryas Baboon, Olive Baboon, Beisa Oryx, Black-backed Jackal, Grivet Monkey, Nile Crocodiles in the shores of the river and more wildlife. We drive to Alideghe on the afternoon and night game drive will introduce us Spotted Hyena, Abyssinian Hare, Aardwolf, Aardvark, Wild cat, Bat eard fox, Genet families, Mongoose families and more.
Overnight Camping.
Day 5 : Drive To Alideghe Wildlife Reserve
Location: Aledeghi Wildlife Reserve
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Camping
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Following an early breakfast, you’ll embark on a scenic drive to the Alideghi Wildlife Reserve, which is situated to the northeast of the Awash National Park. Here, indulge in a captivating game drive as you scan the expansive plains in search of Grevy's zebra, gerenuk, beisa oryx, simmering gazelle, Grant's gazelle, olive and hamadryas baboons, African golden wolf, Somali ostrich, and various other wildlife. Additionally, keep an eye out for a diverse array of avian species including the Abyssinian roller, Arabian bustard, kori bustard, and bee-eaters. We’ll have night game drive after dinner.
Overnight Camping.
Day 6 : Drive To Langano With Stops On The Way
Location: Hara Langano Lodge
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Hara Langano Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Take a drive to Lake Langano, On the way with a stop at Ziway lake for some more aquatic birds. Late afternoon we drive down to Langano for Overnight. Here in the lake we have a chance to spot Hippos. We will have the night walk around the forest nearby to the lodge, will have a chance to spot Bat Eared Fox, Aardvark, Crested Porcupine, Bush Babies and Genet families.
Overnight Hara Langano Lodge.
Day 7 : Drive To Senkale Wildlife Sanctuary
Location: Hawassa
Accommodation: Resort
Accommodation Name: Haile Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning after breakfast we leave langano and drive to Sankale wildlife sanctuary which is home for the endemic Swayne’s Hartebeest and Oribi. On the way we will have a stop at Abjatta National Park `to see African Ostriches, Grants Gazelle and African Golden Wolf. Then proceed the drive to Sankale. On the late afternoon we will get back to Awassa where we stay overnight. Here in Awassa lake we may have a chance to see the African Clawless Otters from the resort we staying.
Overnight Haile Resort.
Day 8 : Drive To Bale Mountains National Park
Location: Bale Mountains
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Tokuma Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning heading to south east of the country, the Bale Mountains National Park. As we enter the park boundary we will spot mammals that are restricted to the southeastern mountain chain of Ethiopia. we will search for Serval Cat and caracal on gassay grasslands, The elegant endemics of the Mountain Nyala and Menelik's Bushbuck are the beauty of the Bale Mountains National Park.
Overnight Tokuma Hotel.
Day 9 : Bale Mountains Sanneti Plateau
Location: Harenna Forest
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Tokuma Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast take a drive to Sanetti Plateau above 4000 meters, with Afro-alpine Moor land beautiful wild alpine scenery. Chance to see the rare and endangered Canid species Ethiopian Wolf, Sanattie is the largest afro alpine area in the whole of Africa. Stark’s Hare, Rock Hyrax, Giant Mole Rat and different species of grass rats are some of the mammals that we expect in this magnificent plateau.
Overnight Tokuma Hotel.
Day 10 : Bale Mountains Harenna Forest
Location: Harenna Forest
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Camping
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning after breakfast take a drive to Harenna Forest, Keep an eye out for the endemic Bale monkey feeding on Bamboo trees, Colobus monkey and Tree Hyrax. In the evening, you'll embark on a game drive in the forest, which will increase your chances of spotting nocturnal mammals such as Bush pig, Leopard, Civet cat, Honey badger, Gaint forest Hog, Abyssinian Genet and more.
Day 11 : Bale Mountains Gassay Grasslands
Location: Bale Mountains
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Tokuma Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today leave the forest and drive to Gassay Grasslands and explore both the Wood land and grassland part of the national park. Here at the grassland we will have a night game drive for a better chance of mammals such as Civet Cat, Serval Cat, African Golden Wolf, and Caracals. Then we drive back to Goba for Overnight.
Overnight Tokuma Hotel.
Day 12 : Return Back To Addis
Location: Addis Ababa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Return back to Addis with some stops on the way. On arrival to Addis, In the evening we enjoy a farewell dinner at a traditional Ethiopian restaurant featuring dancers and musicians representing some of the country's many ethnic groups. Then Transfer to airport for your international departure.
What's Included
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Accommodation
All Accommodation depends on the request
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Airport Transfers at Destination
In and Out Airport transfers
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Fully Guided
Safari Guide
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Meals
All Meals
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Transport
4Wd vehicle throughout the tour
What's Not Included
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Additional Services
Tip, Any services which are not included in service include
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Insurance
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International Travel
Mode of Transport
4WD vehicle
Accommodation
Hotels, Lodges and Camping
Check out our Q&As
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
All Entrance fees are included
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Are flights included in this tour?
Yes All domestic flights are included
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Yes , You can obtain visa on arrival or online
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What currencies are required for this tour?
USD, EURO, GPB
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Do I need a visa?
Yes, you do need a visa to travel to Ethiopia. Tourist visas (available for one or three months, single entry) are available upon arrival at Bole International Airport in Addis Ababa. Tourist visas are available in the following link. Please note there are other websites that are not official and may charge extra fee for issuing tourist visas to Ethiopia. Electronic visas are available for tourists from most of European countries as well as the USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Kenya, Japan, Korea, India, China and Russia. Applications can be made online at www.evisa.gov.et. Please note the following is required: Arrival information Personal details A passport size photo A copy of your scanned passport (passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date you intend to travel to Ethiopia.) Non-refundable payment fee (MasterCard, Visa and American Express are accepted) It is also possible to obtain a business visa of up to three months validity upon arrival with the prior arrangements made by the sponsoring organisation in Ethiopia. The visa extension fees are currently $100 for a one month extension (first time), $150 for a fifteen days extension (second time) and $200 for a 10 days extension (third time). If the traveller’s visa expires before their departure, they will be required to obtain a visa extension at the Immigration Office in Addis Ababa. There is an overstay penalty fee of $5 a day from one to fifteen days and $10 a day after fifteen days. In such cases, the traveller may also be required to pay a penalty of up to 4,000 ETB ($300) before being allowed to leave Ethiopia. ...more ...less
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What is the best time to travel?
If you want my opinion, the months that are most preferable to travel to Ethiopia would be September and October as this time of the year offers a particularly beautiful landscape since it follows the rainy season (June and August). During this period, the whole country is covered with a mantle of flowers of thousands of colors that bring a beauty to the already magical landscape. Let's just say it's the Ethiopian Spring. However, do not fear if you can not visit the country at this time, it just adds an extra beauty to the view but Ethiopia can be breath-taking at any time of the year.
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What should I pack?
In Ethiopia, there are certain things that are difficult to find, especially if you are travelling through rural areas. Therefore, it is very important to be pack thoroughly. The first thing you should keep in mind when packing your suitcase is including a first-aid kit with the following items: Mosquito repellent and sprays High SPF sunscreen and sunglasses Antihistamine Antiseptic cream for insect bites Plasters Anti diarrhoea pills Saline solutions in case of severe dehydration Contact lens liquid Besides the first-aid kit mentioned above, it is advisable to include in your bag the following items: Light clothes for the daytime and a good sweater or pullover for the evening Sandals and a good pair of shoes (specially during the rainy season to deal with muddy pathways) A discrete wallet or money belt and a small bag to carry your camera and phone A rainy jacket and umbrella if travelling during the rainy season (June to September) A warm sleeping bag if you are thinking of sleeping in campsites A hat and sunglasses to avoid long sun exposure If you are thinking of donating your personal stuff we kindly advise to do it at your discretion and avoid uncomfortable situations on the street, especially with children. We recommend you to contact a local NGO in advance so they can relocate your things in a sustainable way.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We have been in the business for more than 10 years
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Ethiopian Unique Wildlife Safari
12 Days Starting and ending in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Visiting: Simien Mountains National Park, Awash National Park, Aledeghi Wildlife Reserve, Hara Langano Lodge, Hawassa, Bale Mountains, Harenna Forest, Addis Ababa ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
AET005
Specialist Group:
Fifty+
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 14
Age range:
15-82
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Halal
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