ETHIOPIA · REGION
Ethiopia's standouts.
The 8 most popular awash national park safari in Ethiopia. What each one actually involves, who guides it, and what it costs.
Entoto Mountains day trip from Addis Ababa: Debre Libanos, Portuguese Bridge, wildlife and church stops, pickup and lunch included.
“Teka was an amazing tour guide and extremely knowledgeable. I would recommend him for anyone looking to experience Ethiopia!”
A $81 day trip from Addis Ababa to Debre Libanos monastery, the 16th-century Portuguese Bridge, and a chance to spot Gelada monkeys.
“We drove through beautiful fields and quaint villages. The guided tour of the church and museum was informative. The guide was very knowledgeable. The views around the bridge area are breathtaking, the perfect location for lunch and coffee.”
Two-day Awash National Park safari from Addis Ababa with two game drives, meals, Genet Hotel, and a Sodere hot-springs stop.
“The Awash National Park has been closed for two years for security concerns (or so the guide said), so the first drive was cancelled. The advertisement is a lie.”
Day trip from Addis Ababa to Debre Libanos monastery and Portuguese Bridge, with wildlife sightings, Ethiopian lunch, and coffee ceremony.
“Dear All,”
5 days through Ethiopia’s World Heritage sites: Addis museums, Harar walled city and hyenas, Dire Dawa caves, Awash safari.
“Needed to change the date and the operator would not oblige. I understand that we needed to move it but at least offer us a discount to rebook the trip or something. In other words don't book this trip unless you are in country and ready to go. At this time still no refund.”
Private 2-day safari from Addis Ababa to Awash National Park for hot springs, gorges, waterfalls, and a wildlife game drive.
“Josephs (a guide) and Nico (a driver) were really kind and professional. I always felt at ease to be guided by them. If you have only 2 or 3 days in Ethiopia and like to fully enjoy the beautiful nature of this country, I should recommend this tour.”
Debre Libanos monastery and Portuguese Bridge waterfalls with bird spotting, mountain drive, coffee ceremony, and lunch. Pickup from Addis.
“As a photographer this was the perfect opportunity to capture nature . The natural beautiful sceneries was amazing. Our guide Yonas was the ultimate professional guide , thanks to him our experiences were priceless.”
Two-day Awash National Park safari from Addis Ababa with wildlife viewing, Awash Gorge waterfalls, and Filwoha hot springs.
