Embark on a day trip from Addis Ababa to Melka Kunture, an important prehistoric archaeological site along the Awash River that has yielded evidence of early human occupation and tool production. The morning drive takes you through the Ethiopian highlands to this significant research area. Visit the excavation sites where stone tools dating back over 1.7 million years have been discovered, providing evidence of early human technological development. See stone tool excavations and learn about classification systems, manufacturing techniques, and functional analysis. Visit the onsite museum displaying tools, fossils, and explanatory materials that contextualize the discoveries. Return to Addis Ababa in the evening, having gained insight into early human technological adaptation in the Ethiopian highlands.