Day 1: Addis Ababa – Flight to Jimma – Bonga (Kafa Zone)

• Take an early morning flight from Addis Ababa to Jimma (approx. 1-hour flight).

• Upon arrival in Jimma, drive to Bonga in the Kafa Zone (approx. 2 hours by car).

• Afternoon visits:

  • Barta Waterfalls – A beautiful natural cascade nestled in lush highland forest.

  • Mankira Forest – Home of the Mother Coffee Tree, an ancient wild Coffea Arabica tree central to Ethiopia’s coffee heritage.

• Evening at leisure in Bonga.

• Overnight: Coffeland Hotel, Bonga.

Day 2: Bonga – Chebera Churchura National Park via Amaya

• After breakfast, depart Bonga and drive to Chebera Churchura National Park via Amaya (approx. 3 hours, partially on rough road).

• Arrive in the early afternoon and check in.

• Afternoon game drive in the park:

  • Encounter wildlife such as elephants, buffalo, warthogs, colobus monkeys, and a variety of birds.

• Overnight: Chebera Safari Lodge.

Day 3: Full-Day Safari in Chebera Churchura National Park

• Morning game drive: Explore diverse landscapes and spot larger mammals and bird species.

• Return to the lodge for lunch and a short break.

• Afternoon game drive: Venture deeper into the park for more wildlife and nature encounters.

• Optional: Guided nature walk or visit to hot springs or waterfalls within the park.

• Overnight: Chebera Safari Lodge.

Day 4: Chebera – Jimma – Flight to Addis Ababa

• Early morning departure from Chebera to Jimma (approx. 5–6 hours).

• Arrive in Jimma in time to catch the afternoon flight to Addis Ababa.