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You will be picked up by your Tour Guide and Driver from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport or your hotel in Addis Ababa, and then the trip will start between 7 to 8 am. Guassa is a large protected area (100 square kilometers) that is a natural park, and for 400 years it has traditionally been protected by the locals as a natural reserve for a local grass “guassa” important to make roofs for the local huts. The area is rich in fauna and flora and known for its incredible highland scenery.
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2 DAYS MENZ-GUSSA NATURAL PARK
Early in the morning, after breakfast, start driving north, through the Ethiopian central highland, to Guassa Natural Park. Covering over 110 km2 at an altitude of 3,200-3,700m above sea level, Guassa is an important component of the Afro-Alpine habitat of Ethiopia. This natural park is home to the Endemic Ethiopian Wolf and Gelada Baboons and plant species, including Guassa Grass (Festuca), Giant Lobelia, Erica Moorland, Helichrysum, and Alchemilla. Along the way, a photo stop at the scenic Gemassa Gedel also known as “King Menelik’s Window”. It is an Inspiring viewpoint to the lowlands and a great spot for the rare and endemic Ankober Serin bird. Upon arrival at the park, you will be transferred to the community lodge. Then, you commence a hike on the nearby mountain to enjoy the marvelous Guassa Plateau and to see the endemic Ethiopian Wolf which is the area’s flagship mammal is the most endangered canid in the world.
After morning breakfast, start the two hours trek towards Sefed Meda via the unforgettable highland wilderness. Along the trail, you will enjoy the incredible scenery, different bird species, wild plants and see the endemic and the only grazing primates in the world; Gelada Baboons. Arrive at Sefed Meda and meet your driver and then start driving back to Addis Ababa. In the evening, farewell dinner at Ethiopian Cultural Restaurant with cultural dances of different Ethnic groups. Finally, you will be transferred to Bole International Airport or your Hotel.
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- International Air, unless expressly paid for
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- All meals included
- International Air, unless expressly paid for
- Personal expenses
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Visas: Visas are required for all visitors. Apply online (https://www.evisa.gov.et/status/Index/)
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