Rift Valley and Bale Mountains – 10 Days
Tour Summary
Meander through the stunning Rift Valley Lakes, staying at boutique lakeside lodges as you make your way towards the Bale Mountains National Park.
Itinerary
Day 1: Addis Ababa
Arrival at Bole International Airport. City tour Addis Ababa. Welcome dinner in cultural restaurant.
Accommodation: Capital Hotel & Spa
Meals Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 2: Awash National Park
Drive (4 hrs) Addis Ababa to Awash National Park.
Accommodation: Awash Falls Lodge
Meals Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 3: Awash National Park
Full day visit Awash National Park.
Accommodation: Awash Falls Lodge
Meals Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 4: Langano
Drive (4 hrs) Awash National Park to Langano, en route visit Lake Ziway.
Accommodation: Hara Langano Lodge
Meals Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 5: Langano
Morning visit Abijatta-Shalla National Park. Afternoon at leisure.
Accommodation: Hara Langano Lodge
Meals Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 6: Hawassa
Drive (1 hr) Langano to Hawassa, en route visit Rastafari community in Shashemene. Afternoon at leisure.
Accommodation: Haile Resort Hawassa
Meals Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 7: Hawassa
Morning visit Senkele Game Sanctuary. Afternoon boat trip Lake Hawassa.
Accommodation: Haile Resort Hawassa
Meals Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 8: Bale Mountains National Park
Drive (5.5 hrs) Hawassa to Bale Mountains, en route visit fish market Hawassa and hike at Bale Mountains NP
Accommodation: Bale Mountain Lodge
Meals Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 9: Bale Mountains National Park
Full day visit Bale Mountains National Park.
Accommodation: Bale Mountain Lodge
Meals Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 10: Return to Addis
Drive (1.5 hrs) Bale Mountains to Robe. Flight Robe to Addis Ababa. Minibus available for transport around Addis Ababa. Evening transfer to Bole International Airport for international flight.
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What’s Included?
USD 3082– Prices are per person based on 2 people travelling together. Prices guideline only, actual prices will depend on final itinerary, accommodation choices, and time of year.
Includes
- Airport transfers and road transport around Addis Ababa by private minibus.
- Road transport by standard 4WD with English speaking driver/ guide, including fuel, driver allowances and accommodation.
- Accommodation based on double/ twin room sharing.
- Meal plan bed and breakfast. Full board at Bale Mountain Lodge.
- Fees for entrances, local guides, compulsory scouts and boats for activities mentioned in the itinerary.
- All government taxes for the services included in the tour price.
Excludes
- International flights and visa fees.
- Domestic flights.
- Lunches and dinners, unless stated as included above.
- Activities not mentioned or stated as optional in the itinerary.
- Fees for photos and video.
- Other personal expenses, souvenirs, tips and gratuities, etc.