
Southwest , South , SouthEaster , East•11 Days / 10 Nights•Flexible group size•Moderate
Chebera Churchura , Maze National park, Bale National park , Awash Natinoal Park
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About this trip
This expansive 11-day expedition takes you through the coffee-rich highlands of the west, the deep wildlife sanctuaries of the southern savannah, and the stunning alpine beauty of the Bale Mountains. A complete journey through Ethiopia's most diverse ecosystems and rare endemic wildlife.
Trip highlights
- check_circleTrack large African Elephant herds in Chebera Churchura
- check_circleSpot the rare Ethiopian Wolf on the Sanetti Plateau
- check_circleEncounter the endemic Swayne’s Hartebeest in Maze National Park
- check_circleVisit the historic Kaffa region, the birthplace of Arabica coffee
- check_circleExplore the moss-draped Harenna Forest and Bale Mountains
- check_circleRelax by the Rift Valley lakes and Awash River falls
Day-by-day schedule
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Activities• Jimma Museum & Abba Jifar Palace
Fly to Jimma, visit the historic palace and museum, and enjoy authentic Kaffa coffee at its source.
hotelJimma Museum & Abba Jifar Palace
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Travel Tips
- lightbulbPack for extreme weather variety: hot savannahs and freezing alpine nights
- lightbulbBring high-quality binoculars for wildlife and bird watching
- lightbulbComfortable, broken-in trekking boots are essential for park explorations
- lightbulbCarry a multi-plug adapter and power bank for remote lodge stays
- lightbulbDress in layers to adjust to changing altitudes throughout the day
What's included
- checkAll internal flights
- checkFull-board accommodation
- checkExpert English/French-speaking guide
- checkAll park and site entrance fees
- check4WD vehicle with driver
- checkAirport transfers
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- closeTipping (optional)
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Our specialists can customise dates, pacing, accommodation and add optional extensions just for you.
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English / French / Russian
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Oct–May
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Yellow fever req.
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