Exploring the Enchanting Harar in Ethiopia
Tour snapshot
2 Days
1 person
Ethiopia
Museum Tours
Overview
A tour of Harar encompasses the enchanting walled city, characterized by its labyrinthine alleyways and vibrant buildings, as well as the bustling local market. A remarkable spectacle in Harar is the nightly hyena feeding ritual, where locals feed raw meat directly to the hyenas using their mouths.
Harar boasts several notable mosques, including the exquisite Jami Mosque, considered one of Ethiopia's most beautiful and is regarded as the fourth-holiest city in Islam. The Harari Museum is a treasure trove of artifacts, textiles, and photographs that vividly depict the rich cultural and religious history of the Harari people.
Coffee is an integral part of Harar's culture, with the city being renowned for producing some of the world's finest coffee. Visitors can explore local coffee plantations and learn about the traditional coffee-making process.
Harar's significance is further underscored by its UNESCO World Heritage Site designation, known as Harar Jugol. This site comprises 82 mosques, including three dating back to the 10th century, and over 100 shrines and tombs, making it a place of profound historical and cultural importance.
Highlights:
- Enchanting Walled City: Explore the historic walled city of Harar with its charming narrow alleyways and colorful buildings, offering a journey back in time to a place where tradition and culture thrive.
- Hyena Feeding Ritual: Witness the mesmerizing nightly hyena feeding ritual, where locals display their fearless connection with nature by feeding raw meat to hyenas using their mouths – a truly unforgettable experience.
- Historic Mosques: Visit the Jami Mosque, one of Ethiopia's most beautiful and significant religious sites, and explore the fourth-holiest city in Islam. Harar's mosques offer a window into its deep-rooted religious heritage.
- Harari Museum: Immerse yourself in the rich cultural and religious history of the Harari people through a visit to the Harari Museum, which houses a fascinating collection of artifacts, textiles, and photographs.
- Coffee Culture: Discover the integral role of coffee in Harar's culture. Explore local coffee plantations, learn about the traditional coffee-making process, and savor some of the world's finest coffee in the place where it is produced.
Included/Excluded
Select Dates
{{type.name}}
{{type.display_price}} per person
Guests
Extra prices:
- {{total_price_html}}
- {{pay_now_price_html}}
Guest in maximum
BOOK NOW Book NowImportant information
- Nature & Adventure
- Marine
Itinerary
FAQs about
Exploring the Enchanting Harar in Ethiopia
Harar is a city in eastern Ethiopia.
Its rich culture, ancient walled city, and the Hyena Man.
Yes, the old city walls, Jugal, Rimbaud House, and the hyena feeding ritual.
It's a UNESCO World Heritage site with a diverse cultural history.
Try local dishes like "tibs," "injera," and enjoy a Harari coffee ceremony.
Guest reviews
You might also like
