🕌 2-Day Harar Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Dire Dawa – Transfer to Harar – City Tour

Morning:

• Arrival at Dire Dawa Airport.

• Meet your guide and drive to Harar Jugol (approx. 1.5–2 hours).

• En route, enjoy scenic views and stop for local coffee or snacks.

Afternoon:

• Begin your guided tour of Harar Jugol, the 4th holiest city in Islam.

  • Visit the city gates and walk through the narrow alleys of the old walled city.

  • Explore Rimbaud House (named after the French poet who lived here).

  • Visit traditional Harari homes with unique interior design and colorful baskets.

  • Stop at Harar National Museum and Sherif Harar City Museum.

  • Explore vibrant local markets: Christian Market and Muslim Market.

Evening:

• Witness the Hyena Feeding Ceremony just outside the city walls.

  • Meet the famous “Hyena Man”, who feeds wild hyenas by hand and mouth.

• Return to hotel for dinner.

Overnight: Harar (mid-range or heritage guesthouse)

Day 2: Harar Surroundings – Return to Dire Dawa – Departure

Morning:

• Breakfast at the hotel.

• Optional morning stroll in the old city or visit:

  • Juma Mosque (one of the oldest mosques in Africa).

  • Emir’s Palace (historical residence of Harar’s rulers).

• Visit Khat market (if culturally appropriate for your group).

• Stop at Babille Camel Market (if it’s a market day – usually Mondays & Thursdays).

• Scenic drive back to Dire Dawa.

Afternoon:

• Short Dire Dawa city tour (optional):

  • Train station and old French-style architecture.

  • Local market walk.

• Transfer to Dire Dawa Airport for departure.

✅ Included in the Tour:

• Private vehicle with driver.

• English-speaking local guide.

• Accommodation in Harar (1 night).

• Entrance fees to museums and sites.

• Hyena feeding experience.

• Airport transfers (to/from Dire Dawa).

🔄 Optional Add-ons:

• Extra night in Harar for a slower pace.

• Add a visit to Kundudo Plateau or Mount Hakim (for panoramic views).

• Coffee tasting experience with a Harari family.