Weekend Trips

Weekend to Harar  

Harar, often referred to as the "Holy City" or the "City of Saints," is a historic destination in eastern Ethiopia. It is celebrated for its narrow streets, traditional stone houses, ancient mosques, and vibrant cultural atmosphere.

A fortified wall built in the 16th century to defend against invasions encircles the city. Inside these walls, visitors can explore a maze of bustling alleyways, colorful markets, and a captivating ambiance that evokes a sense of history. One unique tradition here involves feeding hyenas, adding to the city's charm.

Harar is also renowned for its strong Islamic heritage, featuring over 80 mosques, including the prominent Grand Mosque of Jami. Additionally, it is home to historic sites such as the former residence of the famous poet Arthur Rimbaud.

The main points 

• The holy city of Harar
• Awash Park
• The hyenas' meal

Program 

Day 1: Addis Ababa – Awash

You take the road to Awash National Park. In the afternoon, you will explore the park. Created in 1996 on the advice of UNESCO, this site extends over at least 756 km2 of acacia forests and green savannah.

It is home to a large fauna of large mammals such as Oryx, small and grand Kudus with spiral horns, Soemmerring Gazelles and Dik-Dik.

Night in a lodge in the park

Days 2 and 3

Two days dedicated to visiting the fortified holy city of Harar (4th holiest site in Islam). You will love getting “lost” in this labyrinth of cobbled streets with multicolored houses from which women in colorful dresses emerge.

You will notably visit a Harari house with a very particular style, the house/museum of Arthur Rimbaud, the market organized by trade without forgetting the Khat market, the Harari cultural center, the Ras Tafari house, the Megala brothers' place

In the evening, you will witness this very special ancestral tradition, the hyena meal.

Night in guesthouse, a traditional Hararie house.

Budget 

Starting from 1459.00 € / person