Day 1: ARRIVE ADDIS ABABA

Arrive Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and transfer to your hotel accompanied by His-Cul
Ethiopia Tours’ representative. Overnight stay in a hotelHistorical Tour

Day 02: ADDIS ABABA – AWASH

This morning you shall drive to Awash National Park, one of the nearest national parks to Addis Ababafor a two nights stay. You will break your journey at Debre Zeyit to see the attractive crater lakes there.In the late afternoon, you will begin your exploitation of the park. Overnight stay in a lodge.

Day 03: FULL DAY AT AWASH NATIONAL PARK

Full day visit Awash National Park. Herds of Oryx, common waterbuck and Soemerings’s Gazelles, Zebra,Lesser Kudu, Salt’s Dik-Dik, Warthog, Grivet Monkey and baboon are some of the wild animals one willhave a chance to see at this park. Overnight stay in a lodge.

Day 04: AWASH NATIONAL PARK – WONDO GANAT

After breakfast, drive through the Rift Valley to Lake Koka and Lake Ziway for some stops to see thembefore continuing to Wondo Ganat. After arrival, ascend into the hill to see the vegetation there fed byhot springs. Overnight stay in a lodge.

Day 05: WONDO GANAT – BALE MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK

A pre-breakfast bird walk by the nearby stream would be arranged at dawn to those keen to be up andabout early to listen the dawn chorus. After breakfast, drive from Wondo Ganat to Bale MountainsNational Park. You will enjoy the increasingly spectacular scenery as you approach the park. Overnightstay in a hotel.

Day 06: FULL DAY IN BALE MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK

Today you will make the best use of your time in the Bale Mountains National Park by driving through itand focusing on the high altitude of Sanetti Plateau, and later, if the weather (so notoriously fickle here)is favorable on the edge of magnificent Harenna Escarpment to see many species of birds. Thenascending onto the open moorland plateau, you will see extensive grassland weeded spikes ofprimeval—looking Giant Lobelias and Red-hot pokers provide a wonderful Afro-alpine habitat, you lookfor the endangered Ethiopian Wolf and the Grass and Swamp Rats and numerous other small rodents,which the Ethiopian Wolves depend on to feed themselves. Overnight stay in a hotel.

Day 07: FULL DAY IN BALE MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK

Depending on the success of yesterday, you will either return to the Sanetti Plateau to extend your search for Ethiopia Wolves, or you will head to Geysay (where the endemic Mountain Nyala is common) and Dinsho regions of the park, possibly taking walk up the Web Valley, another stronghold of the Ethiopian Wolf. Warthog, Common Duiker, Menelik’s Bushbuck and Bohor Reedbuck are some of the most common animals one can see at Geysay. Overnight stay in a lodge.

Day 08: BALE MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK – HAWASSA

Drive from Bale Mountains to Hawassa, a lakeside and resort city. After arrival, enjoy your lateafternoon time on the beach side. Overnight stay in a hotel.

Day 09: HAWASSA - ADDIS ABABA

In the morning, visit the Tabor Hill from where you admire the stupendous view over the city, the localfish market, and then retrace to Addis. In the late evening, transfer to the airport to catch your eveningreturn flight to home.

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Addis Ababa is the capital city of Ethiopia, located in the central part of the country. It is the largest city in Ethiopia and is considered the political, cultural, and economic center of the country.

The city is home to several important historical and cultural landmarks, including the National Museum of Ethiopia, which houses the famous fossilized hominid remains of "Lucy," a 3.2 million-year-old ancestor of humans. Other notable attractions include the Addis Ababa Ethnographic Museum, the Holy Trinity Cathedral, and the Merkato, which is one of the largest open-air markets in Africa.

Addis Ababa is also known for its vibrant local culture and cuisine. Visitors can sample a variety of traditional Ethiopian dishes, such as injera, a sourdough flatbread, and doro wat, a spicy chicken stew. The city is also home to several art galleries, theaters, and music venues, where visitors can experience Ethiopia's rich artistic and cultural heritage.

Overall, Addis Ababa is a bustling and vibrant city that offers visitors a unique glimpse into Ethiopia's history, culture, and contemporary life. Its mix of ancient landmarks, modern amenities, and local hospitality make it a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Ethiopia.
Awash National Park is a protected area located in the Ethiopian Rift Valley in eastern Ethiopia. The park is known for its diverse wildlife, including over 450 species of birds and a range of large mammals such as baboons, gazelles, and warthogs. The Awash River runs through the park, providing a vital water source for the local flora and fauna. The park also contains several hot springs, waterfalls, and other unique geological features, as well as cultural sites such as the ruins of the 13th-century city of Fentale. The park is a popular destination for wildlife viewing, hiking, and camping, and it is recognized as one of the most important protected areas in Ethiopia.
Wondo Ganat is a natural forest located in the southwestern part of Ethiopia, near the town of Shashemene. The forest is known for its rich biodiversity and is home to a variety of plant and animal species, including several endemic and endangered species. The forest is also an important watershed area, providing water for the nearby communities and supporting local agriculture. The forest is managed by a local community organization called the Wondo Genet Forest Community, which works to protect the forest and promote sustainable use of its resources. The area is a popular destination for eco-tourism and offers opportunities for hiking, bird watching, and wildlife viewing.
Bale Mountains National Park is a protected area located in the southeastern highlands of Ethiopia. The park is known for its diverse wildlife, including several endemic and endangered species such as the Ethiopian wolf, the mountain nyala, and the Bale monkey. The park also contains a range of unique habitats, from high-altitude grasslands to dense cloud forests, and is home to several important rivers and wetlands. The park is recognized as an important birding site, with over 300 species of birds recorded in the area. The park is a popular destination for wildlife viewing, hiking, and camping, and is recognized as one of the most important protected areas in Ethiopia.