5-Day Chebera Churchura Wildlife Safari

Arrive in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, and meet your guide. Begin your discovery with a visit to the National Museum of Ethiopia, home to ancient fossils including “Lucy.” Continue to Merkato, Africa’s largest open-air market, full of vibrant local life and trade. End the day with a scenic drive up Mount Entoto for panoramic views of the city. Overnight in Addis Ababa.

After breakfast, depart Addis Ababa for a scenic journey toward Chebera Churchura National Park. Travel through the coffee-rich region of Jimma, the birthplace of coffee, with a lunch stop in the city. Continue through Chida-Amaya and rural landscapes before reaching the park headquarters. Enjoy your first wildlife sightings along the way. Overnight at Filwuha campsite inside the park.

Spend the day exploring Lake Bulo area, one of the richest wildlife zones in Chebera Churchura National Park. Go on game drives in search of African elephants, hippos, buffalo, and predators like lions and leopards. Enjoy birdwatching and photography in the peaceful natural environment. Picnic lunch in the wild and continue afternoon exploration. Overnight at a tented camp near Lake Bulo.

Travel deeper into the park toward Shoshuma Campsite, enjoying continuous wildlife viewing along the route, especially large elephant herds. Experience untouched wilderness landscapes and diverse ecosystems. Relax at camp or take short guided walks to explore the surroundings. In the evening, enjoy a campfire dinner under the stars in the heart of the African wilderness. Overnight at Shoshuma campsite.

After breakfast, begin your journey back to Addis Ababa. Enjoy final views of Ethiopia’s rural countryside and stop for refreshments along the way. Arrive in the capital in the afternoon or evening. Transfer to your hotel or airport marks the end of your unforgettable Chebera Churchura wildlife safari experience.