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Addis to Nairobi Overview

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    • Trip Price tool tip
      USD $1,710
      CAD $1,720
      AUD $1,660
      EUR €1,330
      GBP £1,035
      NZD $2,130
      ZAR R13,275
      CHF FR1,540
    • Kitty tool tip
      USD $680
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    • Total price tool tip
      USD $2,390*
      CAD $2,380*
      AUD $2,310*
      EUR €1,804*
      GBP £1,449*
      NZD $2,946*
      ZAR R18,004*
      CHF FR2,077*
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Trip Validity

  • 2012-01-01 - 2013-12-31

Travel through the African countryside on an exciting adventure tour

Discover the wilds of Africa with an adventure through destinations teeming with wildlife, tradition and culture alike. Climb to the heights of the Bale Mountains, learn the ancient traditions and lifestyles of the Omo Valley tribes, see flocks of pink flamingos turn Lake Abiyata pink, search for Africa's Big Five on game drives and see hippos frolicking in the shallows of lake Naivasha. Get away from the tourist traps and see a less visited part of the continent with this in depth and comprehensive adventure tour.

  • See the villages of many different tribes, all coexisting in the Omo Valley Region
  • Take a game drive and look for lions in the Samburu National Reserve
  • Spot hippos wallowing in the waters of Lake Naivasha
  • Marvel at a sea of pink flamingos on Lake Abiyata
  • Search for unique, native Ethiopian wildlife at Bale Mountains National Park
  • Help out at the charitable Awassa Children's Project

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Addis to Nairobi Summary

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Day 1 Addis Ababa

Referred to more commonly as "Addis", Addis Ababa lies among wooded hills at an altitude of about 2300 metres, giving it a pleasant climate.

Day 2 Lake Abiyata

An excellent location for bird watching, Lake Abiyata features vast flocks of flamingos, which from a distance create a pink carpet effect across the lake.

Days 3-5 Bale Mountains National Park

Situated on a high plateau surrounded by mountain peaks which soar to over 4000 metres, Bale Mountains National Park is home to unique wildlife and hundreds of bird species.

Day 6 Wendo Genet

The resort town of Wendo Genet is known for its hot springs and is surrounded by primary Ethiopian forests. The Wendo Genet hotel was established in 1964, on land used as recreation site for the royal family until 1975. Emperor Haile Selassie bequeathed its name, meaning "Wondo Paradise", in reference to the beautiful panorama with a rich endowment of forests, wildlife and abundant water.

Day 7 Awassa

Pay a visit to the Awassa Children's Project, which promotes sensible, culturally responsible relief work aimed at assisting children primarily orphaned by AIDS, as well as educating the population about the disease and its prevention. See how the members of the organisation work tirelessly to bring about better healthcare and a higher standard of life for their community.

Days 8-9 Arba Minch

Journey to Arba Minch, a town that boasts glorious views of the two Rift Valley lakes of Abaya and Chamo. Perhaps search for a bargain in the vibrant market or take a boat out on to the lake and glide passed 'crocodile market', where vast numbers of crocs congregate.

Days 10-12 Omo Valley Region

Travel into the Omo Valley to experience local markets full of local produce and handicrafts. Visit multiple completely unique tribes, each with their own histories and traditions.

Days 13-14 Konso

Hugging the banks of the Sagan River, learn of the strong traditions of the Konso people. Tour the local dwellings and shop at the local market, sharing in a way of life passed down through generations.

Day 15 Moyale

Enter Northern Kenya and head straight for the market town of Moyale, where both Kenyan and Ethiopian products can be found in abundance amongst a friendly and pleasant atmosphere.

Day 16 Marsabit

Pass through a black lunar landscape on the way to Marsabit, which lies at the foot of an extinct volcano. Trek through the forests to reach Lake Paradise, a site with a well-deserved name, which is a popular hangout for elephants and buffaloes.

Days 17-18 Samburu National Reserve

Trek into the Samburu National Reserve, a pristine wilderness that is home to a fascinating mix of Kenya's nomadic tribes. Keep an eye out for giraffes, zebras and gerenuks in their natural habitat.

Days 19-20 Naro Moru

Travel to the foot of Mt Kenya and safari through the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, home to endangered black and white rhinos as well as several members of Africa's Big Five. Keep an eye out for the chimpanzees, this is the only area of Kenya with wild chimps.

Days 21-22 Nakuru National Park

Often shrouded in a carpet of pink flamingos, beautiful Lake Nakuru - and the surrounding national park - is home to a great number of wildlife and bird species.

Day 23 Lake Naivasha

Meaning 'rough water' in Maasai due to the occurrence of sudden storms, Lake Naivasha surface is also broken by the yawns of hippos and countless birds flying across its surface.

Day 24 Nairobi

Once a swamp but now called the 'green city in the sun', Nairobi is a relatively multicultural city with a range of cuisines, museums and cultural centres to enjoy.
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What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

  • Finish:

    Nairobi, Kenya

  • Group size:

    Min 4 , Max 21

  • Ages:

    Min 18

  • Meals:

    All meals when camping

  • Accommodation:

    Bush camp (no facilities) (4 nts), Camp site (1 nt), Camping (with basic facilities) (2 nts), Camping (with facilities) (9 nts), Hotel (3 nts), Lodge (4 nts)

  • Transport:

    Overland vehicle

  • Included activities:

    Awassa Children's Project, Dairy farm visit, Elsamere Conservation Centre, Game Drive, Lake Nakuru National Park, Guided visit of Lake Abiyata, Samburu - Game Drive, Visit to Samburu tribal community and cultural project

  • Carbon emissions offset:

    696kg pp per trip

  • Notes:

    Please note that this trip requires minimum numbers to depart, and may be cancelled up until 56 days prior to departure. The places showing on the dates and availability page are an indication only so please contact Intrepid to check if your preferred date will depart before making any final arrangements, such as booking non-changeable flights.

  • Trip price from

    USD $1,710
    CAD $1,720
    AUD $1,660
    EUR €1,330
    GBP £1,035
    NZD $2,130
    ZAR R13,275
    CHF FR1,540
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    USD $680
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  • Total price from

    USD $2,390*
    CAD $2,380*
    AUD $2,310*
    EUR €1,804*
    GBP £1,449*
    NZD $2,946*
    ZAR R18,004*
    CHF FR2,077*
    *     Price information
  • * Refer to booking conditions
  • ‡ As our kitty is flexible the indicated amount is indicative only - please click here to view the kitty amount for your departure date.

  • Per day from:

    USD $99
    CAD $99
    AUD $96
    EUR €75
    GBP £60
    NZD $122
    ZAR R750
    CHF FR86
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    • 24
    • YDOC
    • Trip Price tool tip
      USD $1,710
      CAD $1,720
      AUD $1,660
      EUR €1,330
      GBP £1,035
      NZD $2,130
      ZAR R13,275
      CHF FR1,540
    • Kitty tool tip
      USD $680
      ‡
    • Total price tool tip
      USD $2,390*
      CAD $2,380*
      AUD $2,310*
      EUR €1,804*
      GBP £1,449*
      NZD $2,946*
      ZAR R18,004*
      CHF FR2,077*
      *
    •  
       
       
       
       
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    • Overland
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‡ As our kitty is flexible the indicated amount is indicative only - please click here to view the kitty amount for your departure date.

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