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3-Day Awash Wildlife & Hot Springs Safari

Awash National Park, Ethiopia

3-Day Awash Wildlife & Hot Springs Safari

5.0 / 5 · 17 reviews Offered by Hidden Ethiopia Tours 3-Day

Overview

Short 3-day safari from Addis Ababa to Awash National Park featuring game drives, savannah wildlife, Awash Falls, Filwoha hot springs, and birdwatching along the Awash River. Enjoy Beisa oryx, gazelles, baboons, and scenic Rift Valley landscapes. Includes guided drives, accommodation, and return to Addis Ababa.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

3-Day

Route

Addis Ababa to Addis Ababa

Via Awash NP

Country & park

Ethiopia / Awash National Park

Style

Mid-range safari

Group size

1-12 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Minimum age

10 years

Activities

game drives

Accommodation

Awash Falls Lodge Mid-range lodge just outside Awash NP – All Meals Included - Mid-range lodge just outside Awash NP – All Meals Included

Meals

All Meals Included; Breakfast Included

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

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Currency

USD

3-Day Awash Wildlife & Hot Springs Safari
Awash National Park visual context for this itinerary.

Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 $825 USD $638 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 $825 USD $638 USD
Jan 1, 2028 - Dec 31, 2028 $825 USD $638 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. Children under 15 receive a discount.

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Route

Tour route map
country Ethiopia
Start Addis Ababa (Day 1)
Day 1-3 Awash NP
End Addis Ababa (Day 3)

Tour Features

Mid-range tour

This mid-range tour uses lodges.

Private tour

This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.

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 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
Game drives: normal 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Accommodation & Meals

Awash Falls Lodge Mid-range lodge just outside Awash NP – All Meals Included

Day 1-2

Awash Falls Lodge Mid-range lodge just outside Awash NP – All Meals Included

Mid-range lodge just outside Awash NP – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Day 3

End of tour

No accommodation

(No accommodation)

Breakfast 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.

Addis Ababa to Awash Safari Drive

Day 1

Addis Ababa to Awash Safari Drive

Depart from Addis Ababa in the morning and drive through the scenic Rift Valley landscape toward Awash National Park, with optional stops at viewpoints along the route. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive across open savannah plains, where you may encounter Beisa oryx, Soemmerring’s gazelles, baboons, and warthogs. Enjoy your first wildlife experience in this accessible park before heading to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay. The evening offers a peaceful atmosphere surrounded by nature sounds and Rift Valley scenery. Mid-range lodge located just outside Awash NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Awash National Park Stay: Awash Falls Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Awash NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Awash Waterfalls & Hot Springs Safari

Day 2

Awash Waterfalls & Hot Springs Safari

After breakfast, explore the highlights of Awash National Park starting with a visit to the impressive Awash Waterfalls and the dramatic gorge of the Awash River. Continue with a game drive across the savannah in search of wildlife such as Beisa oryx, gazelles, baboons, and diverse bird species. Later, relax at the Filwoha hot springs, a natural geothermal area surrounded by palm trees. The afternoon includes more birdwatching and wildlife viewing before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay in a peaceful natural setting. Mid-range lodge located just outside Awash NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Awash National Park Stay: Awash Falls Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Awash NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Morning Safari & Return to Addis

Day 3

Morning Safari & Return to Addis

Start the day with an early morning game drive in Awash National Park, the best time to observe active wildlife such as Beisa oryx, gazelles, baboons, and a variety of bird species. Enjoy the peaceful savannah atmosphere and optional short walking birdwatching experience along the park edges. After the morning activities, begin the drive back to Addis Ababa, passing through scenic Rift Valley landscapes. Arrive in the afternoon where the tour concludes with drop-off at your hotel or airport. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Awash National Park Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not 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
Hidden Ethiopia Tours
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Hidden Ethiopia Tours

5.0 operator rating 17 reviews

Hidden Ethiopia Tours is a locally owned Ethiopian tour operator offering authentic, customized travel experiences across Ethiopia. We specialize in cultural, historical, trekking, and nature tours, ensuring travelers discover the true hidden beauty of Ethiopia through professional and personalized service.

Office In

Ethiopia

Size

5-10 employees (Founded in 2017)

Member Of

ETOA & ETTA

Tour Types

Customizable private tours and fixed group tours

Destinations

Ethiopia

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Traveler feedback

Reviews

5.00 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5
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A great guide in Lalibela!

I visited Lalibela for two days and Ayaliwu, my guide, was arranged by my travel agent in Addis. He was a true expert on the history of this stunning site as well as its broader cultural context. Ayaliwu was able to provide detailed information about the history of the Rock-cut churches. He payed attention to the details and was very well-prepared. He was also very solicitous of my physical capabilities and always found solutions for me. My visit to the churches of Lalibela was unforgettable thanks to him! I definitely recommend Ayaliwu to anyone visiting Lalibela.

Photo by Stergios
Photo by Stergios
Photo by Stergios
Photo by Stergios

Stergios · Greece

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Super knowledgeable and super funny!

I did a small private tour with Ayalew ! He is an experienced guide with a wealth of knowledge and an amazing sense of humour. He is fully accredited and I feel I walked away from my three days with him with a better understanding of the history and landscape of not just the churches, but also of Lalibela and Ethiopia . Despite the travel advisory, the town of Lalibela was very friendly and secure . There was a strong military presence in the town but very few tourists. Thanks hidden Ethiopia for such a lovely adventure !

June · Canada

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Best Guide Possible in Lalibela

Our tour with Ayaliwu was arranged by our travel agent in Addis, and we could not have been better pleased. This guide was able to provide detailed information the history of the Rock-cut churches, the symbolic significance of architectural features, and also to field questions about unrelated matters, like the crops being grown. He was also very solicitous of our physical capabilities and always found places for us to sit. Ayaliwu ‘s English, too, is easily understood.

Mary · United States

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local & porfesional

I took a half&half day Lalibela tour with airport pickup / dropoff, and everything went very smoothly. The service was professional from start to finish — communication was clear, timing was perfect, and everything was well organized. I also appreciated their agile problem-solving when small issues came. Ayalew handled everything quickly and efficiently. Overall, it was a great experience, and I can definitely recommend Ayalew to anyone visiting Lalibela.

Maja · Poland

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Tour FAQs

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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. Children under 15 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?

Awash Falls Lodge Mid-range lodge just outside Awash NP – All Meals Included - 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

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Disclaimer

This tour is offered by Hidden Ethiopia 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.

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