Awash National Park is Ethiopia's oldest national park, a stunning stretch of dry acacia savanna carved by the deep gorges of the Great Rift Valley. The Awash River tumbles over dramatic waterfalls before winding past the dormant volcano Mount Fentale and the bubbling Filwoha Hot Springs. The park is rich with wildlife, most famously the Beisa oryx, alongside Soemmerring's gazelles, baboons, and crocodiles baking on the riverbanks. With over 450 recorded bird species, Awash is one of Ethiopia's premier destinations for birdwatchers and nature lovers alike.
Best Time to Visit Best Time to VisitBecause Nigisti doesn't just plan your trip — she shares it with you personally.
Nigisti's team has years of experience guiding wildlife drives across Awash's savanna and gorges. That on-the-ground knowledge means better sightings and safer routes, led by people who know this park personally.
You'll always know exactly what your journey to Awash costs and where every dollar goes. Nigisti personally reviews every itinerary, so pricing stays clear, honest, and fair from start to finish.
Questions before a dawn wildlife drive or trek to the hot springs? You'll always be able to reach Nigisti or a trusted member of her team directly, because your experience in Awash matters to us.
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Ethiopia's "cultural museum," home to the Hamer, Mursi & Karo peoples.
UNESCO-listed terraced highlands and a centuries-old walled cultural landscape.
Gateway to Nechisar National Park's twin Rift Valley lakes.
Wander the ancient walled city of Harar Jugol and feed wild hyenas by hand.
