
Explore the epic landscapes, pristine crater lakes, historical palaces, and deep-rooted cultural heritage that define the spirit of Oromia.
Curated choices to help you build the perfect custom itinerary from mountain hikes to heritage palace exploration.

Just 155km from Addis Ababa via Ambo or Waliso, a UNWTO-recognised eco village wrapped around a crater lake of cliffs and greenery.

A birdwatcher’s paradise of some 360 species, where the twin lakes fill with flamingos from July through September.

A high-altitude plateau of volcanic plugs, alpine lakes and mountain streams, and the largest Afro-alpine habitat in Africa.

A 6,982 square kilometre semi-arid sanctuary established to protect its elephants and black-maned lions.

Home to the Awash River Falls, where crocodiles bask below the cascades among savannah wildlife and thermal springs.

The peaks of Kaka, Chilalo, Arbagugu and Aluto run from the Arsi massifs down to the Rift Valley escarpment.

Raised at Jiren in the late 1860s by King Abba Jifar, seat of the strongest of the five autonomous Gibe kingdoms.

A short walk from Boda, this undeveloped highland lake is shaped in an almost perfect figure of eight.

A former controlled hunting area now protected as a wetland reserve with hippo, buffalo and waterbuck.

A centuries-old shrine and pilgrimage centre on the Bale–Hararghe border, and one of Oromia’s major cultural sites.

A historic stone bridge spanning a gorge where a waterfall drops over deep cliffs near Debre Libanos.

One of Africa’s largest cave systems, where the Webb River cuts cathedral-like chambers through smooth limestone.

Some 2,500 hectares of indigenous forest, preserving a remnant of the woodland that once covered the highlands.
Immerse yourself in centuries of living Oromo traditions, ancient Gadaa democratic philosophy, and vibrant national festivals.
From massive volcanic caldera lakes to deep limestone caverns and alpine mountain ranges teeming with rare wildlife.
Experience the heart of coffee country. Guests are welcomed with authentic three-round traditional coffee ceremonies and pure warmth.