Overview

The 5 Days Awash & Harar Tour combines Ethiopia’s dramatic Rift Valley landscapes with the rich cultural heritage of the east. Explore Awash National Park, home to volcanic scenery, hot springs and wildlife such as oryx, gazelles, and baboons. Continue to the ancient walled city of Harar Jugol (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), renowned for its colorful alleyways, vibrant markets, historic mosques and unique traditions. This journey is ideal for travelers seeking a balanced mix of nature, history and authentic cultural encounters.

Day 1 Drive to Awash National Park and enjoy a tour around the park to see the wildlife and end the day with a stunning sunset from the lodge located by the Awash River falls. Overnight Lodge in the park

Day 2 Drive to Dire Dawa. After lunch, proceed to Harar with time to see the singular spectacle of the hyena-man in the evening. Overnight Hotel in Harar

Day 3 Visit the 16th century walled city of Harar, considered as one of the World Heritage sites by UNESCO, including Arthur Rimbaud’s house during the 19th century and the National and Harari museums and end the tour with the visit to the house of Haile Selassie’s father, Ras Mekonnen. Overnight Hotel in Harar

Day 4 Visit the colorful islamic market of Harar and drive to the Cliffside village of Koremi to visit the market in Hajifaj before reaching Dire Dawa.  Overnight Hotel in Dire Dawa

Day 5 Drive back to Addis Ababa with time to do some souvenir shopping or sightseeing. In the evening, farewell dinner at a traditional restaurant with local dancers and musicians representing some of the country’s ethnic groups. Then Transfer to airport for departure.

Tour Includes

• All ground transportation in a comfortable, private vehicle
• Professional English-speaking guide
• Accommodation as per itinerary (hotels/lodges)
• All breakfasts and selected meals (as specified in the itinerary)
• Park entrance fees and site admissions
• Awash National Park entrance and local scout fees
• Harar Jugol entrance fees and local guide
• Bottled drinking water during the tour
• Basic first-aid kit

Tour Excludes

• International and domestic flights
• Visa fees
• Travel and personal insurance
• Lunches and dinners not specified as included
• Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks
• Tips and gratuities for guides and drivers
• Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, phone calls)
• Any services not clearly mentioned in the “Tour Includes” section