13-Day Coffee & Tea Immersion in Ethiopia
Tour Overview
Embark on a 13-day immersive coffee and tea adventure through southwestern Ethiopia, exploring the birthplace of Arabica coffee and the country’s lush tea plantations. Journey from Addis Ababa to Bonga in the Kaffa forest, Wush Wush tea estates, Mizan Teferi, Jimma, and Arba Minch, visiting indigenous communities, local coffee and tea farms, and participating in hands-on workshops for roasting, brewing, and tea processing. Experience traditional coffee ceremonies, scenic forest treks, cultural encounters with the Dorze, Ari, and other local peoples, and relax with lake visits and birdwatching. With expert guides, comfortable lodges, and full-board meals, this tour blends Ethiopia’s rich cultural heritage, agricultural traditions, and natural beauty into an unforgettable journey for coffee and tea enthusiasts alike. Ethiopian coffee origin, Bonga forest, Wush Wush tea plantations, Jimma coffee villages, Coffee & tea workshops, Dorze & Ari communities, Cultural & scenic adventure
Tour Highlights
- Birthplace of Arabica coffee
- Wild coffee forests & village experiences
- Wush Wush highland tea estates
- Hands-on coffee & tea workshops
- Bench Maji & Jimma coffee heartlands
- Authentic culture & rainforest scenery
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Departure from Europe
Depart from from your home country. Overnight on flight.
Arrival in Addis Ababa
Arrive early morning; transfer to hotel for rest. Afternoon introduction to Ethiopian coffee culture with a private tasting session. Overnight in Addis Ababa in 4 or 5 star hotel.
Addis Ababa to Bonga (Kaffa Region)
Morning flight or drive to Bonga, heart of the Kaffa forest—the origin of Arabica coffee. Visit local coffee farms, explore wild coffee forests, and meet farmers. Participate in a traditional coffee roasting and brewing workshop. Overnight in Bonga.
Kaffa Coffee Farms & Forest Trek
Guided trek through the Kaffa forest, observing wild coffee plants. Learn about organic coffee cultivation and conservation practices. Enjoy coffee tasting from forest-picked beans. Overnight in Bonga.
Bonga Village Tour & Indigenous Coffee
Visit Kaffa villages, interact with farmers, and observe traditional farming. Afternoon visit to local markets, sampling coffee and regional delicacies. Overnight in Bonga.
Bonga to Wush Wush Tea Estates
Scenic drive to Wush Wush tea farm, one of Ethiopia’s premier highland tea plantations. Guided tour of the estate: from hand-plucking to processing, see the journey of tea from leaf to cup. Afternoon tea tasting and interaction with tea farmers. Overnight at a lodge near Wush Wush estate.
Wush Wush Tea & Coffee Plantation Tour
Morning tour of nearby coffee farms, exploring the coexistence of tea and coffee cultivation. Learn about shade-grown coffee and single-origin varieties. Afternoon tea workshop: tasting and blending exercises. Overnight at Wush Wush lodge.
Drive to Mizan Teferi
Travel to Mizan Teferi, gateway to Bench Maji zone. Visit local coffee farms and processing units, meet cooperative members. Overnight in Mizan Teferi.
Bench Maji Coffee & Local Communities
Explore Bench Maji indigenous coffee farms and forests. Participate in coffee picking, drying, and tasting sessions. Learn about sustainable farming practices with local cooperatives. Overnight in lodge in Mizan Teferi.
Drive to Jimma
Scenic drive to Jimma, one of Ethiopia’s historical coffee hubs. Visit the Ethiopian Coffee Research Center, learning about coffee varieties, cultivation, and research for quality improvement. Optional walking tour of Jimma city and market. Overnight in Jimma.
Jimma to Arba Minch via SNNPR Coffee Region
Morning travel through scenic southern coffee and tea growing areas in Jimma, and experiencing hands-on coffee picking and processing. Participate in a traditional coffee ceremony with local families. Stop at smallholder coffee farms and interact with local farmers. After noon visit Aba Jifar Museum and Jimma city. Overnight in Jimma.
Jimma Coffee Villages & Drive to Addis Ababa
Morning: Scenic drive back to Addis Ababa, passing through the lush landscapes of Oromia and the Ethiopian Highlands. Evening: Arrive in Addis Ababa and check-in at your hotel. Optional: Evening stroll or dinner in Addis. Overnight in Addis Ababa.
Addis Ababa: Coffee Roastery & Departure
Morning: Visit a specialty coffee roastery to see modern Ethiopian coffee processing and enjoy tasting sessions. Free time for souvenir shopping and visit Merkato, the largest open-air market in Africa. Late afternoon: Transfer to Bole International Airport for your flight home.
Essential Travel Information
Everything you need to know before your journey begins.
Best Time to Visit
November to March
Weather & Climate
Mild and sunny, cooler evenings, occasional rain from June to September
Currency & Language
Ethiopian Birr (ETB), Amharic
Visa Requirements
Visa on arrival or e-visa available for most nationalities
What's Included
What's Not Included
Hotels
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