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Birding in Ethiopia

Birding in Ethiopia

Overview
Ethiopia’s greatly diversified ecosystem makes it one of the richest habitats in Africa for birds and mammals. Over 862 species of birds, many extremely beautiful and exotic, reside in Ethiopia. Among these, 16 species of birds are only found in Ethiopia, not anywhere else. That is the reason why we say, the most motivated ‘tickers’ come from all over the world to enhance their bird lists with Ethiopia’s many endemic species. 
Activities
Activities

On arrival in Addis Ababa directly drive to Langano We make the long drive to Lake Langano, stopping at several Rift Valley lakes. En route birding at Lake Ziway, truly a birder's paradise and at Koka Dam. Spot bird species such as the African Pygmy Goose, Black-billed Wood hoopoe, Abyssinian Ground Hornbill. Meal: Lunch at Ziway Haile resort & Dinner at Savanna                                                                         

Overnight: Savana Lodge  

 

Pre breakfast birding in the acacia Woodland near Lake Langano. This acacia Woodland is the home of many birds like the Black-checked and common Waxbills, Abyssinian Black Wheatear, Dederic and Klaas’s Cuckoos, Rattling Cisticolas, Red-billed and Von der Decken’s Hornbills. Then, birding at Abiyata-Shala National Parks, enjoy the breeding and feeding ground of Flamingoes, Pelicans, Cormorants and other aquatic birds, and many more species.   Over 300 species can be seen around Lake Abiyata, such as: Yellow Wagtails, Ibis, Cormorant, Pelicans, Ducks, Egrets, Herons, Flamingos, Storks, Swallows, Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse, Abyssinian Ground Hornbill, Rollers, Wheatear, African Marsh Harrier, etc. Then we continue to Wondo Genet for an overnight stay. 

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch at Sholla Hotel Shashemene & Dinner at Wondo Genet resort                                                                     Overnight: Wondo Genet Resort 

We go birding in the morning and then drive to Hawassa to have enough time for afternoon birding at Lake Hawassa.  Around the lake we could encounter birds like Hamerkop, Marabou Stork, Sacred Ibis, Yellow Billed Stork and Egyptian geese. Meal: Breakfast, Haile Resort Lunch & Dinner at Lewi resort                                                                          Overnight: Haile resort Awassa 

Morning visit of the daily local fish market at the shore of Lake Hawassa. This market will give you an experience where local people enjoy different variety of fish cuisines including the Ethiopian version “Sushi”. Here, a lot of aquatic birds can be spotted. Then we head towards the world-famous Bale Mountains, part of the Bale Mountains National Park. It is the best place in Ethiopia to see endemics associated with grassland as well as several other notable species. You will stop around Dinsho to see the endemic Wattled Ibis, Rouget’s Rail and many more species Meal: Breakfast, Lunch Wabe Shebelle Goba Hotel & Dinner Wabe Shebelle Goba Hotel                                                                    Overnight: Wabe Shebelle Goba Hotel 

Excursion to Senetti  The Senetti Plateau with its Afro-alpine vegetation is one of the highlights of the tour. Today we spend most of our time on the Sanetti plateau and in the forest near Goba. The Redbreasted Sparrowhawk, Crowned Eagle, Verreaux’s Eagle, Golden Eagle, Lammergeyer and Steppe Eagle are among the birds of prey we may see. In this wonderful Afro-alpine habitat, we also expect to see the beautiful Wattled Crane, Moorland Francolin, Ruddy Shelduck, Malachite Sunbird, and African Snipe.  The Sanetti Plateau is also home to the elegant Ethiopian Wolf and the Giant Mole Rat. 

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch Dinsho Lodge & Dinner Wabe Shebelle Goba Hotel                                                                    Overnight: Wabe Shebelle Goba Hotel

Early morning, we will depart to Addis Ababa Late in the afternoon have a farewell dinner at one of the best traditional restaurants then drive to the airport for a flight back home.                          Meal: Breakfast, Lunch Dinsho Lodge &Dinner Yod Abyssinia cultural restaurant   
What’s Included
  • 5 Nights’ Hotel accommodation cost
  • Meal plan: As mentioned in the program
  • Ground transportation service including all transfers
  • Entrance fees according to the tour program
  • English speaking professional bird guide
  • Payment for local guides
  • Scout/ranger fee
What’s Excluded
  • Any other expenses which are not mentioned under what is included section
Contact Detail On Arrival


Ethiopian Holidays representative upon arrival will meet and assist. 

Email: ETHolidays@ethiopianairlines.com

Contact us :+251115174204/4207/4203/4504

Cancellation Policy

Date of cancellation                                                                    Penalty

More than 30 days before arrival                                              No fees

Between 29 and 21 days before the date of arrival               25% of the total value

Between 20 and 08 days before the date of arrival               50% of the total value

Less than 07 days before the date of arrival                         100% of the total value

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Highlights
Tour Name Birding in Ethiopia
Sales Validity Start 09 July 2024
Sales Validity End 31 December 2025
Duration 6 day(s)
Price
Price Group Price Per Person
1 USD 2424
2 USD 1550
3 to 4
USD 1259
5 to 6
USD 1028
7 to 8
USD 932
9 to 10
USD 950
11 to 14
USD 900
15 to 20
USD 867