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Description
Sign up for this 6-day birdwatching tour through Ethiopia and see a number of birds at Awash, Bellen and Ankober. Learn to identify different species of birds, including the 18 endemic bird species of Ethiopia, and spot the famous Kori Bustard, Arabian Bustard, Kestrel, Starling and Snake Eagle.
Highlights
- Explore the birdlife of Bellen, Ankober & Awash National Park
- Get sightings of the rare Kori Bustard, Arabian Bustard, Kestrel & Snake Eagle
- Head to the town of Metehara & see aquatic birds at Lake Besek
- Get to know about birds & the 18 endemic Ethiopian bird species
Itinerary Expand All Collapse All
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Day 1- Addis Ababa expand_more
Arrive at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and meet your guide.
Get transferred to the hotel for check-in.
Overnight at the hotel.
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Day 2- Drive to Awash National Park expand_more
After driving for about 46 km, you will make a short stop at Lake Hora.
Proceed with a drive to Awash National Park,
En-route, stop at the small town of Metehara and see different aquatic birds at Lake Beseka.
Overnight lodge stay.
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Day 3- Game Drive in Awash National Park expand_more
It is the richest habitat here with more than 245 species of birds; of which the Kori bustard and Arabian Bustard are the most interesting ones. There are also more than 50 species of birds of prey including vultures, Bat Hawk, Snake Eagle, Imperial Eagle, Ruppell’s griffons, Kestrel and Carmine Bee-eater.
Overnight lodge stay.
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Day 4- Drive to Bellen expand_more
Observe different species of birds here that are quite common - Starling, Sandgrouse and Weaver.
Overnight stay at hotel.
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Day 5- Drive to Ankober expand_more
Spot lots of birds including the beautiful endemic birds of Abyssinian Catbird and Ankober Serin.
Overnight lodge stay.
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Day 6- Drive back to Addis Ababa expand_more
Arrive at Addis Ababa. Check in at hotel after freshening up.
Have a traditional farewell dinner with Ethiopian cultural music and dancing presentations.
Overnight hotel or departure.
What's Included
English speaking Ethiopian tour guide
Entrance fees
Car and driver allowance
Government tax
Accommodation with complimentary breakfast
Scout in Awash National Park
Fuel cost
What's Excluded
International flights
Meals (lunch and dinner)
Any camera or videography expenses
Meeting Point
Bole International Airport, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Standard | |
| 1 To 4 | USD 2100 Per Person |
This is a private tour | |