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Overview
Easily accessible from Addis Ababa, 756-sq-km Awash National Park is one of Ethiopia’s most visited parks. However, if you’re here for the thrill of staring slack-jawed at lions crunching through bones, you’ll be seriously disappointed. It’s much more low key than that, and ongoing incursions by Kereyu pastoralists have done little to help wildlife numbers. Nevertheless, it’s a must for birders and the volcanic landscape of blister cones and fissures is interesting and beautiful.
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Location
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Awash, Afar, Ethiopia
Vital Park Information
Ethiopia
756 km²
Ethiopia is located in Africa's Horn where drought and politics are two leading causes of water shortage. In a study conducted by Water.org they found that "42% of the population has access to a clean water supply" and only "11% of that number has access to adequate sanitation services".
Birr (ETB)
February, September
Awash National Park is a popular destination for all travellers, especially bird and wildlife enthusiasts. It is conveniently located close to the capital and is home to over 460 different species of birds, some quite rare. The best times to visit are during the warm and dry months between September and February.
