Guides & tours
Evening visit to the hyena feeding
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See the hyena feeding outside the walls, with a guide who knows the hosts.
- From
- ETB 1,200 for the group
- Meeting point
- Feres Magala square, in the middle of the old town. Your guide meets you there.
Experience
Feeding wild hyenas by hand is a well-known local tradition. Accounts differ on how many hyena men still practise it, so we confirm what is on offer on the day. Visitors go with lights, usually by tuk-tuk. Please follow your guide’s instructions and keep a safe distance.
Languages
- English
- Amharic
- Harari
Areas of specialisation
- History and architecture
- Markets and crafts
Route and stops
- Meet at Feres Magala
- Transport to the feeding site
- The feeding
- Return to the old town
Tour options
- Evening visit (about two hours)ETB 1,200
What is included
- Your guide for the chosen time
What is not included
- Entry fees
- Food and drink
Accessibility
This is a walk on narrow, uneven alleys. Tell your guide what pace suits you.
Visitor rules and etiquette
Follow your guide’s advice in busy markets and at religious sites.
Cancellation and refund conditions
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start. After that the booking may be charged in full.
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