Wildlife · Day Trip
2-Day Awash National Park
A quick escape to the oryx plains, hot springs and waterfalls of the Awash valley.
- Duration
- 2 Days
- Season
- September to April
- Group Size
- Private or group
- Price
- Designed Around You
The Journey
1 nights, designed around the hours that matter
A two-day safari for travellers with limited time. Drive east from Addis Ababa to Awash National Park for game drives across the plains, the thundering Awash Falls, rich birdlife along the river and a night at a lodge or eco-camp.
Day by Day
Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary
This itinerary is carefully planned, but minor adjustments may be made due to weather, local festivals, road conditions or your personal interests to ensure the best possible experience.
Day 1
Addis Ababa – Awash National Park
Depart Addis Ababa after breakfast and drive east through scenic highlands, stopping briefly in Nazret (Adama) before reaching Awash National Park around midday. After checking in at the lodge or eco-camp, enjoy an afternoon game drive to spot oryx, gazelles, warthogs, and various bird species. Visit the impressive Awash River Gorge and waterfalls, then end the day with a sunset view near the base of Mount Fantalle. Dinner and overnight stay inside the park.
Day 2
Awash National Park – Addis Ababa – Departure
Start the morning with a short game drive or birdwatching experience before breakfast. You may also visit the nearby Filwoha Hot Springs (optional) before beginning the journey back to Addis Ababa. Enjoy lunch along the way, then arrive in Addis Ababa for a traditional Ethiopian cultural dinner featuring local dishes, music, dance, and a coffee ceremony. Later, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure.
What Is Included
- Meet-and-assist at Bole International Airport and all transfers
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver
- Licensed English-speaking guide (other languages on request)
- 1 night of accommodation: Lodge or Eco-Camp
- Full board: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- National park entrance fees and scouts
Not Included
- International flights and Ethiopian visa
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Drinks, tips and personal expenses
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What our guests say
Rated 5.0 on Tripadvisor and Google, and 4.9 on SafariBookings.
“My tour operator was very communicative even before the trip began and very responsive on WhatsApp. He booked all my domestic flights and arranged all my airport pick-ups and drop-offs. He had professional guides in all the regions I visited, the itinerary was clear, and he was flexible with any changes. There were no extra costs. He is reliable, communicative and well experienced. I will be back with the same company.”
Sarah · Kenya · August 2026
Read more reviews on SafariBookings“Excellent services provided by Maereg and his team. The local guides and the drivers – Geta (my fave) – were all great. They were patient, professional, knowledgeable and took great care of us. Everything was seamlessly coordinated and they were always on time for pickups and made sure we were briefed in advance of the itinerary and any changes. One of my top travel destinations in Africa, with some of the kindest and warmest people. Maereg went above and beyond! First-class service, always with a smile!”
D Thomas · Google review · May 2026
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Runs September to April · Private or group · A quote made for your journey
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