Day 1 NairobiTravel to Kenya and start the adventure in the busy streets of Nairobi. Day 2 Lake NaivashaRelax beside Lake Naivasha and watch hippos wallowing on the shore. Days 3-4 Lake NakuruA favourite spot with birdlife, Lake Nakuru is a shimmering sea of pink flamingos. Listen for the chatter of black and white colobus monkeys in the treetops above. Day 5 Mt KenyaTravel through stunning scenery on the way to the slopes of Mt Kenya. Days 6-7 Samburu National ReserveWitness traditional Samburu dancing, and learn about tribal life and customs from the locals. Venture into this vast reserve to try and spot Africa's iconic Big Five. Days 8-9 Marsabit/MoyaleTraverse a surreal, black lunar landscape and pass spectacular craters and termite mounds on the drive to Ethiopia. Days 10-11 KonsoPick up a souvenir at the local market or perhaps take time to admire the traditional houses in the area. Days 12-14 Omo ValleyThe colourful markets and villages are a delight to explore in Ethiopia's picturesque Omo Valley. Meet friendly tribespeople and learn about their fascinating culture. Days 15-16 Arba MinchIn free time, why not cycle around scenic landscapes, embark on a boat trip or visit a crocodile farm. Days 17-18 Wendo Genet/AwasaRecuperate travel-weary bodies in the hot springs of Wendo Gennet, encased in a beautiful panorama with a rich endowment of forest, wildlife and abundant water. Head to Awassa the following day, a city nestled on the shores of a great lake, and home to the Awassa Children's Project, which promotes AIDS prevention. Days 19-21 Bale Mountain National ParkVenture out on game-spotting expeditions in this stunningly diverse park. Day 22 Lake Abiata-Shala National ParkThe natural habitat of the Lake Abiata-Shala National Park is an ornothological paradies with an astounding array of birdlife year-round. Days 23-25 Addis AbabaVisit Ethiopia's bustling capital, Addis Ababa, and indulge in spicy, traditional cuisine at a local restaurant or cafe. Day 26 DejenVisit the Blue Nile Gorge en route to Dejen. Days 27-29 Bahir DarBoard a reed boat bound for the ornately decorated monasteries on Lake Tana's isolated islands and peninsulas. Days 30-32 LalibelaHidden among the hills of northern Ethiopia, Lalibela is home to monolithic churches hewn from the surrounding rocks. Take a walk through the structures with a local guide to unlock the fascinating history of this area. Day 33 Bush CampJourney through the rolling Ethiopian countryside and camp beneath the stars. Day 34 MekeleAdmire the clusters of churches sculpted into caves and a dramatic cliff-face in Tigray. Days 35-36 AksumGet acquainted with the once-mighty city of Aksum, and discover its towering ancient obelisks, crumbling palaces and web of underground tombs. Day 37 Enda SelassieWind through the Ethiopian countryside on the way to one of the country's greatest natural habitats. Days 38-41 Simien Mountains National ParkEthiopia's stunning Simien Mountains are home to a wealth of animals. Hike through the rugged terrain and pass eroded volcanic cores, raging rivers and jagged peaks. Days 42-44 GonderDiscover the castles, churches and palaces of Gonder, often referred to as 'Africa's Camelot' - a grand way to end this Ethiopian Explorer adventure.
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