7-Day Ethiopia Wildlife Safari Tours
Tour Overview
What Makes This Safari Stand Out
- Duration7 Days
- Tour StartAddis Ababa
- Tour EndAddis Ababa
- Transport4x4 Safari Vehicle
- Travel StylePrivate + Shared/Group + Self Drive
- Tour ComfortMid-Range
Where You'll Go
Safari Route Map
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Experience Types
Included Safari Activities
Group Size & Age Pricing
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| Group Size | Adult (per person) | Child (per person) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $1,700 | N/A (solo) |
| 2 People | $1,700 | $1,150 |
| 3 People | $1,700 | $1,150 |
| 4 People | $1,700 | $1,150 |
| 5 People | $1,700 | $1,150 |
| 6+ People | $1,700 | $1,150 |
Day By Day
7 Day Itinerary
Day 1 Addis Ababa City Tour Main Destination: Addis Ababa
Upon arrival at Bole International Airport, your guide from Zagol Ethiopia Tours will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a city tour featuring the National Museum, Holy Trinity Cathedral, or Mount Entoto, with beautiful panoramic views of Addis Ababa. In the evening, relax at your hotel and prepare for your exciting 7-day Ethiopia wildlife safari adventure.
Day Activity 1 activity
Day 2 Journey to Awash National Park – Wildlife Safari Main Destination: Awash national park
After breakfast, depart Addis Ababa and drive toward Awash National Park, enjoying the beautiful Ethiopian countryside along the way. Upon arrival, explore the park’s diverse landscapes, including open savannah, acacia woodlands, and the spectacular Awash River area. Enjoy a guided wildlife safari in search of oryx, gazelles, baboons, warthogs, and a variety of bird species. Visit the scenic Awash Falls and enjoy the park’s unique natural beauty before settling into your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
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Day 3 Explore Awash National Park – Wildlife and Nature Main Destination: Awash National Park
After breakfast, enjoy an early morning game drive in Awash National Park, when wildlife is often more active. Search for Beisa oryx, Soemmerring’s gazelles, hamadryas baboons, warthogs, and a variety of colorful bird species. Explore the park’s dramatic volcanic landscapes and visit the beautiful Awash Falls for spectacular views and photography. After lunch, enjoy another wildlife excursion and discover more of the park’s unique ecosystems. In the late afternoon, relax at your lodge and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the Ethiopian wilderness.
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Day 4 Great Rift Valley Lakes – Scenic Landscapes and Birdwatching Main Destination: Abijatta-Shalla National Park
After breakfast, depart Awash National Park and travel toward Ethiopia’s beautiful Great Rift Valley lakes. Enjoy the scenic countryside, traditional villages, and spectacular landscapes along the way. Visit Lake Ziway or Lake Langano, depending on your route, to observe diverse waterbirds and enjoy the peaceful lakeside scenery. Take time for photography, birdwatching, and relaxation while discovering the region’s rich natural beauty. In the evening, check in at your lodge or hotel and enjoy an overnight stay surrounded by Ethiopia’s stunning landscapes.
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Day 5 Journey to Bale Mountains National Park – Wildlife and Highland Scenery Main Destination: Bale Mountains National Park
After breakfast, travel toward Bale Mountains National Park, enjoying the changing landscapes of the Ethiopian highlands along the way. Upon arrival, explore the park’s beautiful mountain scenery, Afro-alpine grasslands, and unique wildlife habitats. Enjoy a guided nature walk and look for endemic species such as the Ethiopian wolf and the mountain nyala, as well as diverse birdlife. Take photographs of the spectacular landscapes before checking into your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay near the park.
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Day 6 – a Unique Wildlife Adventure Main Destination: Bale Mountains National Park
After breakfast, explore the spectacular Sanetti Plateau, one of Africa’s highest alpine landscapes. Enjoy a scenic drive across the plateau while searching for the rare Ethiopian wolf, giant mole-rats, and endemic highland birds. Continue to the lush Harenna Forest, one of Ethiopia’s largest remaining forests, known for its rich biodiversity, beautiful vegetation, and unique wildlife. Enjoy guided nature walks, birdwatching, and photography while discovering the contrast between the open highlands and dense forest. In the late afternoon, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay in the Bale Mountains region.
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Day 7 Final Wildlife Excursion and Return to Addis Ababa Main Destination: Addis Ababa
After breakfast, enjoy a final wildlife excursion in the Bale Mountains region, with opportunities for birdwatching, photography, and spotting endemic wildlife such as the Ethiopian wolf and mountain nyala. Take in the breathtaking mountain scenery before beginning your journey back to Addis Ababa. Along the way, enjoy the beautiful Ethiopian countryside and traditional villages. Upon arrival in Addis Ababa, you will be transferred to your hotel or Bole International Airport for your onward departure, bringing your unforgettable 7-day Ethiopia wildlife safari with Zagol Ethiopia Tours to a memorable conclusion.
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