3 Days Awash National Park Overview

The 3 Days Awash National Park largely consists of acacia and grassland as well as a variety of intriguing volcanic scenery. Zebra should be feeding alongside Beisa oryx and kudu in the open spaces and grass plains. The little dik-dik is frequently well hidden in the shade of the acacia thorn, along with olive and hamadryas baboons, Colobus, and grivet monkeys, near the river. Lions, jackals, and caracals are occasionally spotted, as are cats like cheetahs, servals, and leopards, though they are less common.

Upon arrival at Bole International Airport, you will be greeted by a representative of Yama Ethiopia Tours and start your drive to Awash National Park. Visit the southern region of the Awash National Park to see a variety of wild animals, including oryx, gazelle, warthog, kudu, baboon, monkey, and other species of birds. The stunning aspect of the wildlife drive in the national park is also the stunning Rift Valley land formation over the Awash River waterfalls and various perspectives.

Main Destination: Awash National Park

Accommodation: Doho Lodge & Hot Springs

Mid-range lodge located just outside Awash NP

Meals & Drinks: All meals included

You may begin the five-hour hike to the volcano by driving to the foothills of Mount Fentale. Once you’ve finished your picnic meal, return to the lovely natural spa or palm pool. Drive to Lake Beseka, which is close to the Hyena Cave, after eating your picnic lunch at the hot springs to observe the hyenas emerge from the cave. Here, you can see at least 20 to 30 hyenas while taking in the rare pink flamingos and other waterfowl in the lake. Once there, spend the night, then return to Awash National Park.

Main Destination: Awash National Park

Accommodation: Doho Lodge & Hot Springs

Mid-range lodge located just outside Awash NP

Meals & Drinks: All meals included

Early in the morning, drive to the northern part of the national park to visit the large-scale palm tree forest near to the natural host spring. On the way, you can spot different kinds of animals like kudus, dik-diks and warthogs. At the hot spring spot, you can also enjoy swimming at the natural hot spring pool. In the afternoon, drive back to Addis and transfer to your hotel or airport.

Main Destination: Awash National Park

Accommodation: No accommodation

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GENERAL INFORMATION ON A ETHIOPIA SAFARI

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: All visitors to Ethiopian must have a valid passport with at least 4 consecutive blanks pages. Any applicable visa and/or relevant documentation are the responsibility of the traveller. For further information on Visa requirements visitors are advised to contact their nearest Ethiopian Embassy or Consulate.

LANGUAGE:English

TIME: GMT +3

VOLTAGE: 220 Volts/AC50Hz. Sockets are UK style, 3 pin square plugs. Power is from the government in the city/major towns and generator with inverter back up in the Safari Lodges and Camps.

CURRENCY: Foreign currency must be changed at the Bank, Bureau de Change, and Hotel/Safari lodge/Camp/Resort. Major Credit Cards, Master card, Visa, American Express, are usually accepted throughout the country. Where credit cards are accepted, the payment will normally be recorded in US$ regardless of the card’s default currency.

CLOTHING: Dress is mainly informal and should be comfortable as well as practical. Something warm should be brought along for early morning and evenings. Safari clothes are available from hotels/lodges/camps.

BAGGAGE: Where possible, travel light. Baggage space on safari is limited to medium suitcase or soft bag per person plus reasonable amount of hand luggage. There is 15 Kilogram per person limit on all flights to the wildlife sanctuaries. Excess luggage must be stored in your arrival hotel.

WATER: You will find many different of opinion of what is safe and what is not. We recommend for peace of mind, to drink local Bottled Mineral water. It is important to drink plenty of water especially during the hotter months. We would recommend that guests drink at least 2 to 3 liters of water per day to limit the effects of dehydration.

HEALTH; East Africa is a safe and secure destination; however, it is a good idea to take a few precautions. Kindly consult your GP or local doctor at least 6 weeks before you travel, with regards: Malaria prophylactics. East Africa is a known malaria area and preventive measures are essential. You are advised to take one of the recommended anti-malarial drugs. Be sure to wear long sleeved shorts and trousers after sunset and spray the exposed parts of your body with a mosquito repellent spray Remember to protect yourself from direct sun rays with sunscreen cream or safari hat.

DIETARY REQUIREMENTS: For those guests with specific dietary requirement, please ensure we are notified prior to travel

GRATUITIES: As a guideline and dependent on how happy you are, we would suggest the following: The General Hotel/Lodge/Camp Staff – Approximately U$ 10.00 per person per day Driver Guides – Approximately US$ 15.00 to US$ 20.00 per person per day.

PHOTOGRAPHY: Please be careful when photographing public buildings, airports, bridges, the national flag and people in uniform. Ensure that you have sought permission before photographing local people and their villages. If in doubt, please check with your guide.