6 Days Combined Safari: Chebera Churchura & Gambela National Parks

Program in Detail

This exciting adventure is known as the 6-Day Safari: Explore Chebera Churchura & Gambela Parks, perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers. Join us on this unforgettable journey.

Day 1: Addis Ababa – Jimma – Chebera Churchura
Fly or drive to Jimma, then continue by road to Chebera Churchura National Park. Upon arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive surrounded by pristine wilderness. Overnight at Chebera Churchura Lodge or camping site.

Day 2: Chebera Churchura Safari
Spend a full day exploring the wildlife-rich Chebera Churchura National Park, home to elephants, lions, buffaloes, and abundant birdlife. The park’s untouched forests, rolling hills, and rivers make it one of Ethiopia’s best safari destinations. Overnight at Chebera Churchura Lodge or camping site.

Day 3: Chebera – Keffa (Coffee Origin)
Drive to the Keffa Biosphere Reserve, recognized as the birthplace of Arabica coffee. Visit traditional coffee farms and forest communities to experience the region’s deep-rooted coffee culture and sustainable practices. Overnight in Bonga.

Day 4: Keffa – Gambela via Wush Wush Tea Plantation & Illubabor Biosphere Reserve
Journey through lush green landscapes, stopping at the Wush Wush Tea Plantation and the Illubabor Biosphere Reserve. Continue the scenic drive to Gambela, a region known for its vast plains and rich biodiversity. Overnight in Gambela.

Day 5: Full Day Game Drive in Gambela National Park
Spend the day on safari in Gambela National Park, exploring its wide savannahs and wetlands. Look out for white-eared kob, elephants, giraffes, and numerous bird species. The park offers one of the most authentic wildlife experiences in Ethiopia. Overnight in Gambela.

Day 6: Baro River & Departure
In the morning, visit the Baro River, a tranquil waterway central to Gambela’s ecosystem and culture. Afterwards, transfer to Gambela Airport for your departure flight back to Addis Ababa, marking the end of your unforgettable southwest Ethiopian adventure.