Addis Ababa: 2-Day Awasa Tour with Fish Market Food Tasting Fisherman and fish market

Discover the vibrant culture of Awasa on a 2-day tour from Addis Ababa. Visit the Hawassa Fish Market, enjoy a lakeside walk, and savor fresh fish dishes and traditional Ethiopian food.
Day 1: Arrival in Awasa and Lake Side Experience

Depart from Addis Ababa in the morning and travel to Hawassa with scenic stops along the way. Arrive in Awasa, check in to your hotel, and have lunch.

In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxed lakeside walk and visit Amora Gedel park area. Watch the sunset over Lake Awasa and take time for photography and bird viewing. Have dinner at a local restaurant featuring fresh fish dishes and traditional Ethiopian food. Overnight in Awasa.

Day 2: Fish Market, Fisherman Experience, and Food Tasting

Start with an early morning visit to the Hawassa Fish Market on the lakeshore, when fishermen return with the day’s catch. Observe the unloading of fish, cleaning, preparation, and the lively market activity.

Experience the local fisherman lifestyle and learn how the fish trade works from shore to market. Taste freshly prepared fish dishes such as grilled fish, fish soup, and local raw-fish style specialties where available. Enjoy a food tasting session with local snacks and Ethiopian breakfast items. Return to Addis Ababa after breakfast or lunch, depending on your departure time.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.