4 Days Ethiopia Coffee Tours
Tour Code: EDT-02-D4
Uncover the origins of the world’s most beloved beverage on this immersive 4-day journey through Ethiopia’s iconic coffee regions: Yirgacheffe, Aleta Wondo, and Yirgalem.



4 Days Ethiopia Coffee Tours
4
Days
Overview
Explore the lush highlands of southern Ethiopia on this 4-day coffee-themed adventure that blends culture, nature, and Ethiopia’s world-renowned coffee heritage. Travel from Addis Ababa to Yirgalem, stopping at Lake Ziway and the Awash River—renowned for birdlife and scenic beauty.
Stay at the eco-friendly Aregash Lodge, visit the legendary Yirgacheffe and Aleta Wondo coffee plantations, and learn the full journey of Ethiopian coffee—from farm to cup. You’ll meet local farmers, see traditional processing methods, and experience life in vibrant coffee-producing communities.
The tour concludes in Awassa with a visit to the lakeside fish market and a return to Addis Ababa for a farewell cultural dinner with traditional music, dance, and a coffee ceremony. A must-do for coffee lovers and curious explorers alike.
Itinerary
Extraordinary Ethiopia Tours will meet all clients arriving at the airport regardless of arrival time. For morning flight arrivals, you may begin your tour after checking into your hotel. For afternoon or evening arrivals, you may begin your tour the following day.
Upon arrival in Addis Ababa, you’ll begin your journey south to the town of Yirgalem, approximately 350 kilometers away. Along the way, enjoy scenic stops at the Awash River and Lake Ziway, known for their abundant aquatic birdlife. Lunch will be served in the town of Awassa before continuing to Yirgalem. In the evening, check in to the beautiful Aregash Lodge, nestled in nature, where you’ll enjoy dinner and your overnight stay.
After breakfast, you’ll travel to the Aleta Wondo region to visit the Wottona Boltuma Coffee Plantation, one of the area’s most prominent coffee farms. You’ll also have a chance to visit a nearby stelae field featuring ancient monolithic structures. Enjoy lunch in Aleta Wondo before returning to Yirgalem. The evening is free to relax at Aregash Lodge, followed by dinner.
Following breakfast, you’ll head toward Yirgacheffe, one of Ethiopia’s most renowned coffee-producing areas. Along the way, there’s an opportunity to visit a local village and engage with the community. In Yirgacheffe, visit a coffee farm and learn about traditional coffee cultivation and processing. Stop in the town of Dilla for lunch before continuing to Awassa for a relaxing evening by the lake and overnight at your resort.
Start the day with a visit to the vibrant fish market on the shores of Lake Awassa, a lively and colorful cultural experience. Afterward, drive back to Addis Ababa. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Ethiopian cultural dinner complete with national dishes, live music, traditional dances, and a coffee ceremony. Later, you will be transferred to the airport for your international departure.
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Transportation Type
Bus
Accommodation
Aregash Lodge & Awassa Resort
Departure from
Addis Ababa
Maximum Altitude
~2,000 metres
Best Season
September – May
Tour Type
Coffee Tour, Cultural Experience, Sightseeing
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included
Language
English (other languages on request)
Fitness Level
Easy
Minimum Age
5
Maximum Age
Any