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This 10-day Great Ethiopian Run & Sports Adventure Tour offers a thrilling mix of high-altitude training, competitive running, adventure, and cultural immersion. Begin in Addis Ababa, training at Entoto Park and Sululta alongside elite Ethiopian athletes while visiting Haile Gebrselassie’s training village. Experience the excitement of the Great Ethiopian Run, Africa’s largest 10K race, before heading to Bale Mountains National Park for high-altitude running and wildlife encounters with Ethiopian wolves. Recover at Lake Langano, enjoying swimming, cycling, and relaxation, then continue to Lalibela to explore its UNESCO-listed rock-hewn churches and trek to Asheten Maryam Monastery and Hudad Plateau. The tour concludes with a return to Addis Ababa for a farewell celebration. Held in November, this tour aligns with the Great Ethiopian Run and takes advantage of Ethiopia’s dry season, offering perfect weather for running, trekking, and wildlife exploration.
- Great Ethiopian Run & Sports Adventure Tour
Day 1: Arrival in Addis Ababa & Acclimatization
- VIP reception and transfer to Haile Grand Addis Ababa
- Light city exploration & jogging at Entoto Park (2,800m altitude)
- Welcome dinner and race briefing
Day 2: High-Altitude Training at Sululta
- Morning run with Ethiopian athletes at Sululta Training Camp
- Private visit to Haile Gebrselassie’s Yaya Athletics Village
- Afternoon visit to the National Museum (home of Lucy)
- Relaxation and sports massage at Haile Grand Addis
Day 3: Great Ethiopian Run 10K Event
- Participate in Africa’s biggest road race alongside elite runners
- Post-race celebrations and awards ceremony
- Recovery at a luxury spa
Day 4-5: Bale Mountains High-Altitude Training & Wildlife Safari
- Flight to Bale Mountains National Park (3,500m altitude)
- Trail running & scenic hikes in the Sanetti Plateau
- Spotting Ethiopian wolves, mountain nyalas, and other wildlife
- Stay at Bale Mountain Lodge
Day 6-7: Rift Valley Adventure & Lake Langano Recovery
- Travel to Lake Langano for recovery & swimming
- Optional cycling or light trail running around the lake
- Relax at a luxury lakeside lodge (Hara Langano or Sabana Beach Resort)
Day 8-9: Trekking & Cultural Experience in Lalibela
- Flight to Lalibela and visit the rock-hewn churches
- Trek to Asheten Maryam Monastery & Hudad Plateau
- Cultural dinner and coffee ceremony
- Stay at Mezena Lodge or Maribela Hotel
Day 10: Return to Addis Ababa & Departure
- Final light run or city tour
- Private airport transfer for departure
- Optional Add-ons:
- ✅ Meet and train with elite Ethiopian athletes
✅ Visit Haile Gebrselassie’s private running track
✅ Extend your stay for a full wildlife safari or Simien Mountains trek
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