Ethiopia’s grandeur comes from its striking scenery and numerous cultural attractions. An Ethiopian safari offers an extensive range of safari experiences, from cultural safaris to rare wildlife sightings to hiking the tallest Ethiopian mountains. It has 31 endemic mammals, including the most endangered carnivore – the Ethiopian wolf – and the fascinating Gelada baboon. Ethiopia is home to 9 UNESCO World heritage sites that include Fassil Ghebbi – an ancient fortress-city, which was once the residence of the Ethiopian emperor in the 16-17th century and the world renowned rock-hewn churches of Lalibela.
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Ethiopia Safari Tours:
Tanzania is a safari paradise with stunning scenery, abundant wildlife and diverse cultures. This tour will take you to Ngorongoro Crater where you can enjoy its blue-green vistas and unparalleled concentration of wildlife; Serengeti, a UNESCO world heritage...
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Country:Tanzania,
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Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
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Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
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Safari Standard:Mid Range
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Start/end:Start in Arusha, end in Arusha
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3 Days from$1840 p/p in USD -
Departures: Year Round
The Machame Route is one of the most popular routes on Kilimanjaro and one of the most popular due to being one of the highest summit success rates given the topography and nature of the route which allows climbers to “trek high & sleep low” hence...
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Country:Tanzania,
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Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Camping Safari, Guided Safari, Mountain Safari, Trekking Safari, Wildlife Safari
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Tour Type:Guided
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Safari Standard:Camping, Mid Range
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Start/end:Start in Moshi-Kilimanjaro, end in Moshi-Kilimanjaro
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10 Days from$4048 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the untamed beauty of Tanzania, where every moment is a new adventure waiting to be discovered. This carefully crafted itinerary takes you on a thrilling exploration of some of East Africa's most iconic national...
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Country:Tanzania,
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Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
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Tour Type:Guided
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Safari Standard:Mid Range
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Start/end:Start in Arusha, end in Arusha
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6 Days from$2628 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
5 Days Tanzania Safari is a fantastic way to explore three of Tanzania’s most famous national parks: Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. This safari offers you a chance to see a wide variety of wildlife, including the Big Five, in their natural...
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Country:Tanzania,
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Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Family Safari, Guided Safari, Migration Safari, Photo Safari, Romantic Safari, Wildlife Safari
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Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
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Safari Standard:Budget, Camping, Mid Range
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Start/end:Start in Arusha, end in Arusha
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5 Days from$2040 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
Experience the Galapagos Islands from the comfort of a land-based expedition! The islands offer endless opportunities to witness a unique abundance of wildlife in a setting unlike any other on the planet. This is one of the few places on earth that allows...
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Country:Ecuador, Galapagos,
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Safari Type:Birding Safari, Coastal Safari, Family Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
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Tour Type:Guided, Small Group
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Safari Standard:Mid Range
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Start/end:Start in Quito, end in Quito
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7 Days from$1896 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
This 2 days camping safari is a perfect choice for travelers short on time, and those who have less time left after climbing Kilimanjaro. This safari starts and ends in Arusha town. With our experienced driver guides, it will be a trip of a lifetime!...
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Country:Tanzania,
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Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
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Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
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Safari Standard:Budget
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Start/end:Start in Arusha, end in Arusha
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2 Days from$1040 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
Discover Tsavo East National Park, which is home to plenty of wildlife and numerous bird species, then head to Taita Hills, where you enjoy further game drives and wildlife viewing.
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Country:Kenya,
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Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
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Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
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Safari Standard:Mid Range
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Start/end:Start/end in Nairobi or Mombasa region
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3 Days from$750 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
Major Attractions
- Addis Ababa
- Bale Mountains National Park
- Simien Mountains National Park
- Blue Nile Falls
- Danakil Depression
- Lalibela
Safari Highlights
- The city of Gondar, known as the Camelot of Africa, has a medieval castle resting atop Ras Dashen – the highest peak of the Simien mountains.
- Harar, also known as the Holy city of Harar, is a walled Islamic city with more than 100 mosques.
- Lalibela, a small town in northern Ethiopia, is renowned for its medieval churches carved out of volcanic rocks.
- Simien mountains is one of the few places in Ethiopia where visitors can come across the most endangered African animal – the Ethiopian wolf.
Facts
- Ethiopian wolves are an endemic species found within seven remote territories of Ethiopia. The Bale mountains have the largest population of Ethiopian wolves.
- Its main attractions are its numerous historical treasures and stunning landscapes followed by wildlife.
- Ethiopia’s diverse habitats include montane dry forest, afroalpine, lowland tropical forest, desert, semi-desert, and wetlands.
- Its iconic mountains have 20 peaks taller than 4,000 meters, with Ras Dashen being the tallest at 4,500 meters.
Learn more facts about Ethiopia, its weather, and the best time to visit with our helpful travel guide for Ethiopia.
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