Duration
7-Day
Awash National Park, Ethiopia
7-Day Ethiopian Wildlife Tour
Overview
This 8-day Ethiopian Wildlife tour in the Aledeghi Wildlife Reserve and the Bale Mountains offers a rich contrast of ecosystems and some of Ethiopia's most iconic wildlife. The trip combines lowland savanna, acacia woodland, volcanic landscapes, and high-altitude Afro-alpine habitats, giving excellent opportunities to observe both common and rare mammals, the Bale Mountains, and the Ethiopian Wolf.
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Quick Facts
Route
Addis Ababa to Addis Ababa (City)
Via Awash NP, Aledeghi WR, Bale Mountains NP
Country & park
Ethiopia / Awash National Park
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
10 years
Activities
game drives & nature hikes/walks
Accommodation
Doho Lodge & Hot Springs - Mid-range lodge just outside Awash NP – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$3,300 USD
$3,080 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$3,850 USD
$3,630 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 10 years and older.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. Flights may cost more, depending on travel dates. If so, your quote will reflect this.
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Route
country
Ethiopia
Start
Addis Ababa (Day 1)
Day 1
Awash NP
Day 2
Aledeghi WR
Day 3-6
Bale Mountains NP
End
Addis Ababa (City) (Day 7)
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget tour includes camping and lodges.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Cannot be customized
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
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Minimum age of 10 years
The minimum age for this tour is 10 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives & nature hikes/walks
Game drives: normal 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle & air transfer
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Doho Lodge & Hot Springs
Mid-range lodge just outside Awash NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 2
Budget camping Just outside Aledeghi WR – All Meals Included
Just outside Aledeghi WR – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3-6
Budget camping Inside Bale Mountains NP – All Meals Included
Inside Bale Mountains NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 7
End of tour
(No accommodation)
All Meals Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Addis Ababa To Awash National Park
On your arrival at Addis Bole International Airport, you'll meet our team and take a drive to Awash National Park, which is about 230km from Addis. On arrival at the park, you will go for a game drive in the thorny bushes and grassland of Awash National Park, including a hike in the riverbank forest by the Awash River Falls. You have a chance to spot mammals such as the Salt’s dik-dik, lesser kudu, warthog, Hamadryas baboon, olive baboon, black-backed jackal, Abyssinian hare, Grivet monkey, Nile crocodiles on the shores of the river, and more wildlife with numerous bird species. Mid-range lodge located just outside Awash NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Awash National Park Stay: Doho Lodge & Hot Springs Mid-range lodge located just outside Awash NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Awash National Park to Aledeghi Wildlife Reserve
After an early breakfast, you'll take a drive to Alideghi National Park. Here, you will have a game drive and scan the vast plain for gerenuk, Soemmerring’s gazelle, Grevy’s zebra, Grant’s gazelle, olive and Hamadryads baboons, Beisa oryx, African golden wolf, Somali ostrich, and more wildlife. Bird species include Abyssinian roller, Arabian bustard, kori bustard, carmine bee-eaters, and several raptors. At night, you will have a game drive for nocturnal mammals. Just outside Aledeghi WR All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Aledeghi Wildlife Reserve Stay: Budget camping Just outside Aledeghi WR Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Drive to Bale Mountains National Park
After an early morning game drive in the park, you'll have your breakfast and then set off for a long drive to Bale Mountains National Park, where you'll stay for the next 4 nights. You'll arrive in the evening, then transfer to Weyb valley also called Wolf Camp. Here in Weyb valley, you have a chance of seeing the largest number of Wolves that the Bale Mountains have to offer. Inside Bale Mountains NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Bale Mountains National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Bale Mountains NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Explore Gassay Grasslands
This morning, you'll do an early game drive to look for Ethiopian wolves in their natural habitat. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a safari in the Gassay grasslands. While the Mountain Nyala is regularly seen on the moorlands, here, some of the Nyalas have become unafraid of humans and will allow a close approach, as will Menelik’s bushbucks and especially the ultra-tame common warthogs, which one can get to within a couple of meters! It is also a good area for Bohor reedbucks, Serval Cats, and olive baboons. You'll drive to Sodota for an overnight stay. Inside Bale Mountains NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Bale Mountains National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Bale Mountains NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Explore Sannetti Plateau
You will be spending much of your time exploring the wild and spectacular Afroalpine moorlands of the high Sanetti Plateau, one of the best places in the Bale Mountains to find the Ethiopian wolf. The Ethiopian wolf is the world’s rarest canid, although, happily, a recent campaign to vaccinate local dogs, organized by the Ethiopian Wolf Conservation Programmed has brought about a welcome rebound in the population. The wolves tend to go around singly or in small groups. During the course of your visit, you should have repeated encounters with them, watching them patrol their territories, greet each other, relax, or hunt rodents and other prey. You should be able to see them catch rodents, their special food. Inside Bale Mountains NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Bale Mountains National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Bale Mountains NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
Explore Hareena Forest
After breakfast, you will drive to Hareena Forest, crossing over Sanneti Plateau. Hareena Forest is the second-largest tropical rainforest in Ethiopia. On arrival at the forest, our main target is to look for the Endemic Bale Monkey in the Bamboo part of the forest. Mammals such as Colobus monkey, Olive baboon, and Giant forest hog can also be seen in the area. Night game drives will introduce you to some nocturnal mammals such as African civet, bush pig, honey badger, Abyssinian genet, and others. Inside Bale Mountains NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Bale Mountains National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Bale Mountains NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
Fly from Bale to Addis Ababa
After breakfast, you'll drive back to Bale Goba, where you will transfer to the Airport for the return flight back to Addis Ababa. If time permits, you will see some sites. Addis is distinct from many other African capitals because it was not developed under colonial rule. One of its best-known sites is the National Museum of Ethiopia, which houses the remains of “Lucy,” a bipedal hominid who lived 3.2 million years ago and was discovered in 1974. In the evening, you'll enjoy a farewell party dinner with a cultural dinner, a traditional special buffet, and local drinks to experience Ethiopia’s cultural meals and drinks at Yod Abyssinia restaurants after the farewell party. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Addis Ababa (City) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
Camping equipment
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All flights during the tour
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
Sleeping bag
Bath towels
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Addis Ababa
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD - Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Extraordinary Ethiopia Tours
4.9 operator rating
35 reviews
Extraordinary Ethiopia Tours is one of the leading tour operators in Ethiopia, providing comprehensive services with variety of tours that highlight the country’s indigenous cultures, fascinating history, and natural wonders. Extraordinary Ethiopia Tours organizes custom tours for groups of any size and pre-set itineraries that individuals may join also. We are also specialized in organizing package and tailor made tours to Axum, Lalibela, Gondar Castles, Bahir Dar & Lake Tana, Tigray rock-hewn
Office In
Ethiopia
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2019)
Member Of
ETOA & Lalibela & Surrounding Guide association
Tour Types
Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
Destinations
Ethiopia
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Go the extra mile!
Extraordinary Ethiopia Tours was a wonderful tour operator during my time in Lalibela. The guide, Ermiyas, was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. His love and passion for the town and especially the churches shines through. When some activities did not work out as planned, EET went out of their way to find alternative options for me. Great experience for a solo traveller!
Tamryn · South Africa
Professional, ambitious and energetic
Choosing a tour operator is a risky business. You pay thousands of dollars in advance and you will experience the service only afterwards. I can guarantee on my behalf, that doing business with Extraordinary Ethiopia tours and Mareg is absolutely a safe business from the first step of communication until the very end of the journey. After having followed an itinerary of 15 nights and 16 days in Ethiopia I am more than grateful to Maereg and his team, that I had a truly great, a sort of a once-in-a-lifetime tour. Everything worked perfectly. There wasn't any issue, that I felt sorry of. To be honest: I fell in love with Ethiopia. I had s solo safari to Bale mountains, Omo Valley tribes, Gondar and Lalibela. All the arrangements were better than expected: In Addis Abeba I was welcomed by the efficient "liaison officer" Habtu. In my safari journey driver BK was just brilliant, Toyota Landcruiser wonderful, accommodation exceeding all the expectations, meals great and Maereg kept on following all my moves daily. I felt that I was in safe hands all the time. Ethiopia is an amazing country. Ethiopians are incredibly kind and nice. I wish I could have stayed longer. But decided already to return. I can warmly recommend Maereg and his mates to any type of traveller. His team is professional, energetic and ambitious and do not leave even the slightest detail unchecked. They do want to introduce and show their country to you, and they do it with love!❤️
Eeva · Finland
Ethiopia trip was seamless, enriching, and unforgettable thanks to Maereg’s expert planning and care
My 10‑day journey through Ethiopia was nothing short of extraordinary, and I owe so much of that experience to my tour planner, Maerag. The itinerary he prepared was thoughtful, seamless, and incredibly rich I t was a perfect balance of history, culture, and unforgettable encounters. From the moment I arrived in Addis Ababa, everything was organized with care. Gondar was another highlight. Walking through the castles and learning about their connection to the Egyptian empress felt like stepping into a living story. My guide’s knowledge brought every stone and corridor to life. Celebrating Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in Lalibela at Saint Mary’s Church was a once‑in‑a‑lifetime experience. The atmosphere, the devotion, and the beauty of the rock‑hewn churches were unforgettable, and I’m grateful for how smoothly everything was arranged. The Omo Valley was where the trip became truly immersive. Meeting tribes who walk on stilts, seeing intricate body‑painting traditions, dancing with community members, and witnessing a bull‑jumping ceremony were moments I will carry with me forever. These experiences were only possible because of my guide’s deep connections and respect for the communities we visited. On my 2 last days, I explored the city, visiting the cultural centre, and learning at the Addis Ababa University Ethnographic Museum gave me a strong foundation for understanding Ethiopia’s depth and diversity. Throughout the entire trip, flying from city to city, navigating different regions, and engaging with so many cultures. I felt supported, informed, and inspired. My guide’s professionalism, warmth, and expertise elevated every moment. I wholeheartedly recommend Maereg and some of his team to anyone considering a tour of Ethiopia. If you’re planning a trip, you’ll be in excellent hands, and you’ll experience Ethiopia in a way that is authentic, meaningful, and truly unforgettable.
Karen St Clare · United Kingdom
Knowledgeable and professional tour guide and incredibly beautiful UNESCO site
Highly recommend this tour. Our guide, Maereg, and driver, Gashaw, were incredibly professional. The tour was very informative and Lalibela is incredibly beautiful. A must visit!
Rita J · United States
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 10 years and older.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Doho Lodge & Hot Springs - Mid-range lodge just outside Awash NP – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Addis Ababa
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Extraordinary Ethiopia Tours, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
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