Duration
2-Day
Awash National Park, Ethiopia
2-Day Awash National Park and Surroundings Tour
Overview
Experience Ethiopia's stunning landscapes and wildlife on this 2-day adventure from Addis Ababa to Awash National Park. Discover dramatic gorges, lush grasslands while spotting diverse wildlife including oryx, kudu, gazelles, baboons, and over 400 bird species. Relax in natural hot springs, take in breathtaking waterfalls. This short but immersive tour is perfect for nature lovers, photographers, and cultural enthusiasts alike.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Addis Ababa to Addis Ababa
Via Awash NP
Country & park
Ethiopia / Awash National Park
Style
Mid-range shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
7 years
Activities
game drives, walking safaris (with an armed guide) & 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
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$935 USD
$495 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$935 USD
$495 USD
Jan 1, 2028 - Dec 31, 2028
$935 USD
$495 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 7 years and older. Children under 13 receive a discount.
Quote flow
Request Guidance
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators ()
Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
Ethiopia
Start
Addis Ababa (Day 1)
Day 1-2
Awash NP
End
Addis Ababa (Day 2)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 16 people per vehicle.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour.
7
Minimum age of 7 years
The minimum age for this tour is 7 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives, walking safaris (with an armed guide) & nature hikes/walks
Game drives: normal 4x4 vehicle & minivan
Getting around: minivan, boat, normal 4x4 vehicle & hiking/walking
Book your own international flights when using this operator
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
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 – Awash National Park
Depart from Addis Ababa and drive to Awash National Park, renowned for its woodlands, grasslands along the Awash River, and stunning waterfalls. Upon arrival, visit the famous Awash Falls and embark on a game drive to observe wildlife such as oryx, kudu, gazelles, olive baboons, and warthogs. Birdwatchers will enjoy spotting a wide variety of local species, and there’s a chance to see wild hyenas. Explore the Awash Gorge for breathtaking scenery, then relax at the natural hot springs, the palm tree oasis, or swim in the nearby lake. Overnight: Lodge within or near Awash National Park. 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 – Addis Ababa via Debre Zeit
Start the morning with an early breakfast followed by another game drive, focusing on bird and wildlife spotting. Species to look for include bustards, weavers, hoopoes, colobus monkeys, gazelles, dik-diks, and jackals. In the afternoon, drive back to Addis Ababa. Stop at Debre Zeit (Bishoftu) to visit Lake Hora, take a leisurely walk along the lakeshore, and explore the site where the annual Irreecha Festival is celebrated around October 3rd, attracting thousands of visitors. After enjoying the peaceful lake and surrounding scenery, continue your journey back to Addis Ababa, concluding the tour. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Awash National Park 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)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
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
Book your own international flights when using this operator
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
Adefa Tours
4.8 operator rating
Adefa Tours is a perfect, easy tour provider in Ethiopia. As a licensed Tour operator with many years of experience, we have had the privilege of leading groups both large and small—students, adults, researchers, and business professionals—from across the world, including the United States, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, and many other European countries. Guiding visitors through our beautiful homeland is more than a profession—it is a joy.
Office In
Ethiopia
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2018)
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Ethiopia
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 7 years and older. Children under 13 receive a discount.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request changes to this tour.
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 Adefa 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.
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.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Adefa Tours.
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