13 Days: Awash Park – Harar – Bale
Explore Ethiopia’s Hidden Gem
Discover the mystical allure of Harar, one of Ethiopia’s hidden gems, on an exclusive 3-day eco-tour with Zufan EcoTour. Delve into its rich cultural heritage, historic significance, and natural beauty, all while practicing sustainable tourism. Join us on a journey that respects and preserves the environment.
What’s Included
- All entrance fees to historical sites and attractions.
- A professional, English-speaking guide.
- Daily breakfast (2 breakfasts included).
- 2 nights’ accommodation in eco-conscious guesthouses.
- All government taxes associated with the trip.
- Ground transportation in a sustainable, private vehicle.
What’s Not Included
- Lunches and dinners.
- International airfare.
- Alcoholic beverages.
- Any service not mentioned in the inclusion list.
Key Features of the Tour
Eco-Friendly Travel
Participate in sustainable tourism practices designed to minimize your environmental footprint.
Cultural Immersion
Engage deeply with the unique cultural heritage and traditions of Harar and Dire Dawa.
Historic Exploration
Delve into the rich history of Harar, exploring its ancient walls, markets, and traditional homes.
Adventure and Nature
Experience the unique hyena feeding tradition and enjoy scenic drives through Ethiopia’s eastern landscapes.
Target Audience
- Eco-Conscious Travelers: Individuals who prioritize sustainability and responsible travel.
- Cultural Enthusiasts: Travelers seeking to engage with Ethiopia’s rich and diverse cultural heritage.
- History Buffs: Those interested in exploring significant historical sites and understanding their stories.
- Adventure Seekers: Visitors looking for unique experiences off the beaten path.
- Families and Educators: Those eager to learn about and expose children to new cultures and histories.
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Explore Ethiopia's Hidden Gem
Discover the mystical allure of Harar, one of Ethiopia's hidden gems, on an exclusive 3-day eco-tour with Zufan EcoTour. Delve into its rich cultural heritage, historic significance, and natural beauty, all while practicing sustainable tourism. Join us on a journey that respects and preserves the environment.
- Arrival in Addis Ababa and meet a Zufan Eco Tour representative.
- Transfer to your hotel.
- Depending on arrival time, enjoy sightseeing in Addis Ababa.
- Drive from Addis Ababa to Awash.
- Visit the southern part of Awash National Park to spot various wildlife like oryx, gazelles, warthogs, kudus, baboons, monkeys, and diverse bird species.
Day 3: Awash
- Drive to the foothills of Mount Fentale for a five-hour trek to the volcano.
- Enjoy a picnic lunch at a natural spa or palm pool.
- Visit Lake Beseka near the Hyena Cave to see hyenas.
- Return to Awash National Park for an overnight stay
- Drive to Harar, an eastern Ethiopian city known for its first-grade coffee and historic walled city from the 15th century.
- Harar is also the third holiest pilgrimage center for Muslims.
- Explore Harar with visits to Harari Museum, Rainbow House, and surroundings of the old wall.
- Discover unique old village markets within the wall.
- Experience the evening Hyena Man show.
- Morning visit to the Kefira Market and train station in Dire Dawa.
- Afternoon drive to Nazareth.
- Drive from Nazareth to Hawassa.
- Bird watching at the Rift Valley Lakes, specifically Lake Awassa.
- Visit the local fish market at Lake Awassa.
- Drive from Awassa to Dinsho via the Wabi Shebelle River valley.
- Overnight stay at a hotel in Dinsho.
- Spend the day exploring the Bale Mountains National Park.
- Look for endemic species like the Blue-winged Goose, Spot-breasted Lapwing, Abyssinian Long Claw, Wattled Ibis, Black-headed Siskin, Rouget’s Rail, and Banded Barbet.
- Morning drive to Sof Omar to visit the vast network of limestone caverns, the largest in Africa, located at an elevation of 1300m.
- Visit the Sanetti Plateau.
- Cross a lush green forest to spot the Simien Wolves.
- Walk in the Harena Forest to see Bale Monkeys and possibly lions.
- Chance to see Ruspoli's Turaco on further excursions.
- Drive from Goba to Addis Ababa via scenic roads and the town of Asela.
- Overnight stay in Addis Ababa.
- Morning city tour of Addis Ababa, including visits to the National Museum (home to the Lucy fossil skeleton), Trinity Cathedral Church, Entoto Hills, and Merkato market.
- Evening departure.
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