2-Day Awash National Park Safari & Doho from Addis Ababa

Day 1: Addis Ababa – Awash National Park – Doho Lodge

1. Awash National Park
   7h
   Your guide will meet you at your hotel in Addis Ababa at 7:00 AM. Drive east through the Ethiopian Rift Valley, passing small towns, local villages, and impressive volcanic landscapes.
   
   Upon arrival at Awash National Park, begin your first game drive through the acacia woodlands and open savannah. Keep an eye out for Beisa Oryx, Soemmerring’s Gazelle, Warthogs, Olive Baboons, Hamadryas Baboons, Lesser Kudu, and numerous bird species.
   
   Continue to the impressive Awash Falls, where the Awash River plunges into a dramatic gorge surrounded by lush vegetation. The area is also home to Nile Crocodiles and various water birds.
   
   In the late afternoon, transfer to Doho Lodge & Hot Springs for check-in. Relax in the lodge’s famous natural hot spring pools and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of palm forests and volcanic scenery.
   
   Overnight: Doho Lodge & Hot Springs

Day 2: Ali Dege Wildlife Reserve – Return to Addis Ababa

1. Awash
   7h
   After breakfast, depart for Ali Dege Wildlife Reserve, located within the Great Rift Valley ecosystem. This protected area is known for its wide-open savannah and unique wildlife.
   
   Enjoy a morning game drive in search of Beisa Oryx, Salt’s Dik-dik, Soemmerring’s Gazelle, Warthogs, Ostriches, Jackals, and numerous bird species. The reserve offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities and spectacular landscapes.
   
   Following the safari, begin the return journey to Addis Ababa. Enjoy scenic views along the route and stop for lunch before continuing to the capital.
   
   Arrive in Addis Ababa in the late afternoon and transfer to your hotel or Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

Pickup details

Pickup is available from all hotels, guesthouses, and private residences within Addis Ababa.

Please provide your accommodation name and address at the time of booking. Our guide will meet you in the hotel lobby or at the designated pickup point.

For airport pickups, our representative will meet you at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport after baggage collection and customs clearance, holding a sign with your name for easy identification.

We recommend being ready in the lobby 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. Exact pickup details will be reconfirmed one day before departure.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels