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:
Embark on an extraordinary adventure with our marvelous Galapagos cruise, tailored for enthusiasts of both land and marine wildlife, as well as aerial wonders. Closer to nature than ever before, our cruise ensures an intimate experience with a maximum...
- Country:Ecuador, Galapagos,
- Safari Type:Cruise Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start/end in Mariscal Sucre Aiport - Quito
8 Days from$5793 p/p in USD- Departures: Year Round
Embark on an unforgettable 3-day Masai Mara safari, immersing yourself in the iconic landscapes and abundant wildlife of Kenya's most famous national reserve. Spend your days exploring the vast plains, dotted with acacia trees and traversed by meandering...
- Country:Kenya,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Nairobi, end in Nairobi
- 3 Days from$950 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
On the 15 Days Kenya Safari and Beach Experience, embark on an unforgettable journey through Kenya’s most iconic landscapes. From the world-renowned Masai Mara to the flamingo-filled shores of Lake Nakuru, the majestic elephants of Amboseli, and the...
- Country:Kenya,
- Safari Type:Beach Safari, Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Luxury
- Start/end:Start in Nairobi, end in Mombasa Airport
- 15 Days from$7995 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
This special Zambia camping safari in Kafue National Park is ideal for anyone looking to go deep into the wilderness, with great guides, scrumptious food and breathtaking scenery, together with a huge variety of wildlife species. The safari starts in...
- Country:Zambia,
- Safari Type:Camping Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Lusaka, end in Livingstone
- 10 Days from$2265 p/p in USD
- Departures: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
This 3-day Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Safari is the perfect adventure for travellers with limited time yet eager to experience the awe-inspiring encounter with mountain gorillas. Starting and ending in Kigali, Rwanda, this cross-border safari takes you through...
- Country:Rwanda, Uganda,
- Safari Type:Gorilla Safari, Guided Safari, Jungle Safari, Trekking Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Kigali, Rwanda, end in Kigali, Rwanda
- 3 Days from$1485 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
Be immersed in Tanzania’s great outdoors on this full-day tour to Materuni and Kikuletwa – ideal for culture vultures and active travelers in the region. Start off on a hike to Materuni Waterfalls and enjoy a refreshing dip. Next, head to a local...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Cultural Safari, Family Safari, Guided Safari
- Tour Type:Large Group, Small Group
- Start/end:Start in Arusha, end in Arusha
- 1 Days from$154 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
Embark on a 4-day Kruger Park adventure with sunset and night drives, a thrilling bush walk, and unique treehouse accommodation (suitable for older children and teens). Explore Kruger’s wildlife in open-sided game viewers, enjoy scenic views...
- Country:South Africa,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Family Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Budget
- Start/end:Start in Johannesburg, end in Johannesburg
- 6 Days from$904 p/p in USD
- 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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