Ethiopia · NATIONAL PARK SAFARIS
Awash for kudu and the hot springs, Bale for the Ethiopian wolf on the Sanetti Plateau, Nechisar for the plains above Arba Minch. Ethiopian parks reward patience more than checklists — these 12 trips are compared on nights inside the park, vehicle type and what the guide actually knows.
Review of a 2-day Awash National Park safari from Addis Ababa, with game drives, wildlife, waterfalls, hot springs, meals, and lodging.
“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.”
Review of a 3-day Bale Mountains trek from Addis Ababa, with Ethiopian wolves, Sanetti Plateau, forest hikes, flights, and practical tips.
“The Bale Mountains National Park is nothing but breathtaking – so it’s even worth a trip if you have the worst guide ever. Don’t read reviews – just go there!”
Review of a five-day Ethiopia tour through Addis Ababa, Harar, Dire Dawa, and Awash National Park, with practical value and itinerary advice.
“We took a 2 day trip to Harar with Abdulsemed Nasir and was absolutely fantastic. I truly recommend Abdul:”
Review of a private two-day Awash National Park tour from Addis Ababa, with hot springs, waterfalls, wildlife, transport, guide, and value advice.
“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.”
Trek Ethiopia’s Bale Mountains in six days, from wildlife-rich woodlands and glacial country to Harenna Forest, with camps and local guides.
“Honestly Ethiopia was not he reason we traveled to Africa but ended up being the highlight of our trip. The Bale Mountains and the people we encountered there were all delightfull.”
Review of a private Addis Ababa and Debrezeit tour with Lucy, Mount Entoto, crater lakes, hotel pickup, and practical booking advice.
“I had an outstanding experience in Addis and Debreziet with Aspire Ethiopia Tours and my guide Gashaw. I only had a few days in town and I looked for a personalised adventure that could show me around not as a tourist but as a local. I did thiRead more”
Review the 5-day Bale Mountains trek from Addis Ababa, with Ethiopian wolves, alpine scenery, camping, transport, costs, and practical tips.
“Bale mountain was great and we saw animals and the mountains view was unbelievable please check it out and check out walkin Ethiopia”
Review of a 2-day Awash National Park tour from Addis Ababa, with hot springs, wildlife, crater lakes, boat trip, costs, and tips.
“Good couple of days. It’s a long couple of days though, the trip to Doho was long and hot. The guide didn’t really chat to us much at first but I did get to know him a lot and enjoyed his time. Doho is a nice lodge, the hot springs are great, but they are hot! And awash is always hot! So stay hydrated! Didn’t see any animals AT ALL in the park, so avoid that. Humans have sadly taken over! The crocs were cool at the beautiful falls though! Bit expensive this tour but good experience!”
Spend two days spotting wildlife, visiting Awash Falls, and relaxing at Sodere hot springs on a practical Ethiopia safari from Addis Ababa.
“Great two days of Safari with Eyob. I saw a lot of different animals and birds. The only thing I’d like to have even more time to stay in the park. All in all it’s a good destination.”
Review of a private Awash National Park day trip from Addis Ababa, with wildlife, Awash Falls, crater lakes, and practical booking advice.
“The tour is amazing. We did the Awash national Park in one day, we saw the wonderful waterfalls, the crocodiles and more. It’s definitely a highlight you can do from Addis Abeba for one day. I fully recommend it. The driver and the guides were on time, and very friendly. Thank you for these good moments :)”
Review of a 3-day Bale Mountains trek from Addis Ababa, with Ethiopian wolves, Sanetti Plateau, Lake Ziway, pricing, and practical tips.
“First let us thank you! This trip has been amazing. We saw everything we hoped for. Our guides were both very nice, forthcoming and care taking, helpful and attentive. I loved every, single, bloody minute of this trip. The tour was very well planned & well organized.”
Escape Addis Ababa for Bishoftu’s crater lakes, Oromo culture, areki tasting, Ethiopian food, and kayaking at Kuriftu Resort.
“I made a last-minute reservation for a family trip, but they treated me so kindly and I was able to contact them via WhatsApp so I didn't have to worry.”
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