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Trekking - Nechisar National Park (5 days)

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Length

5 days

Itinerary

5 days planned

Group

Private

Guides

English

Overview

Nechisar National Park is one of Ethiopia’s last great surviving wildernesses spanning the narrow yet mountainous ‘Bridge of God’ that separates Lakes Chamo and Abaya. It ranks among the most scenic national parks in East Africa. There’s an air of untamed grandeur that lingers over the lakes and mountains which makes this undiscovered trekking route a must see for nature, bird and animal lovers. You will hike through diverse habitats ranging from thick bush, rain forest, natural springs, acacia woodland, two Rift Valley Lakes to wide-open Savannah. Each terrain offers different wildlife including baboons, Columbus monkeys, surviving herds of Swaynes’s hartebeast, zebras, Grant gazelles, crocodiles, hippopotamus and 350 different bird species. "I absolutely loved my trek in Nechisar, the views are absolutely breathtaking, the wildlife fascinating and the camp dinners were cosy and fun" (2019 customer)

Day by day itinerary

  1. 1Trek through the rainforest to Lake Chamo⌄

    You will trek through the ancient rainforest and on the way see natural wildlife and birds including Columbus monkeys and baboons.

    You will camp next to Lake Chamo where you will enjoy the daily routines of fisherman, Nile giant crocodiles, hippopotamus and birds.

    Meals: Lunch · Dinner

    Overnight: Camp overnight by Lake Chamo

  2. 2Trek across the Bridge of God to Lake Abaya and the Savannah⌄

    Trek across the natural mountain between the two Rift Valley lakes known as the Bridge of God. You will have stunning views of Lake Chamo and Abay. Your destination is next to Lake Abaya on the Savannah.

    Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

    Overnight: Camp overnight by Lake Abaya

  3. 3Trekking the Savannah⌄

    Spend the day trekking on the Savannah visiting the natural habitats of zebras, gazelles, kudus and seeing up to 350 different bird species

    Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

    Overnight: Camp overnight by Lake Abaya

  4. 4Trek to water hole and hot springs⌄

    You will take an early morning trek to a water hole to see Zebras, Kudus and other animals drinking. Afterwards you will walk to a natural hot spring to take a soothing bath before trekking across the Savannah

    Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

    Overnight: Camp overnight at Lake Abaya

  5. 5Trek across the Savannah and back to Arba Minch⌄

    Trek across the Savannah and drive across the Bridge of God

    Upon arrival in Arba Minch enjoy fish lunch, freshly caught in Lake Abaya

    Meals: Breakfast · Lunch

What's included

  • ✓Drinking water
  • ✓Transport to and from hotel to Nechisar National Park
  • ✓National Park fees and local scout
  • ✓Lunch
  • ✓Dinner
  • ✓Breakfast
  • ✓Camping equipment and personal cook

Not included

  • ✕Alcohol
  • ✕Tips

Good to know

Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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