From Addis Ababa: 4-Day Alatish National Park Safari

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ID: GYG1242405-1904522
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Country: Ethiopia

Duration: 4 days


Description

Discover Ethiopia’s Alatish National Park on a 4-day safari from Addis Ababa. Camp under the stars, spot elephants and lions, and explore the park’s remote zones with a guide.
Day 1: Addis Ababa to Gelegu (Gateway to Alatish)

Begin your adventure with an early morning flight or drive to the Metema/Gelegu area. Meet your safari crew and transfer to the park boundary. Get a brief orientation, set up camp, and enjoy a sunset nature walk. Spend the night camping under the stars.

Day 2: Full-Day Safari in Alatish

Embark on morning and afternoon game drives across open savannah and riverine forest areas. Keep an eye out for elephants, buffalo, giraffes, lions, kudu, and warthogs. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park and an evening campfire experience. Spend the night camping.

Day 3: Deep Wilderness Exploration

Drive deeper into the park’s remote zones. Go birdwatching along seasonal rivers and wetlands. Enjoy a cultural interaction with local Gumuz communities (if accessible). Choose to go on an optional bush walking safari with a scout guide. Spend the night camping.

Day 4: Return to Addis Ababa

Take a morning drive back to Gelegu/Metema and return by flight or overland journey to Addis Ababa.

Highlights

  • Discover one of Ethiopia’s least-visited parks on a 4-day safari
  • Camp under the stars and enjoy a campfire experience in the evening
  • Spot elephants, buffalo, giraffes, lions, kudu, and warthogs
  • Explore the park’s remote zones and go birdwatching along rivers
  • Interact with local Gumuz communities and learn about their culture

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Remote location requires logistics
Camping in wilderness
Cultural interaction with local communities if accessible
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport Your guide will meet you in the arrivals hall holding a sign with your name and company logo. Hotel pickup in Addis Ababa is also available upon request.
INCLUDED
  • 4WD safari vehicle
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Scout & park fees
  • Full board meals
  • Camping equipment
  • Bottled water
  • Transfers
NOT INCLUDED
  • Flights (if required)
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses

When should I book?

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.


Cancellations

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.