Lungo local tour Ethiopia
Summary: bird watching
Duration: 1 days 0 night
Day 0:0 Arrival Arrive at Bole International Airport. And lungo local tour Ethiopia Tours representative will meet you and drive to your hotel.
Overnight Hotel – Addis Ababa
Day 1. Addis Ababa – Awash National Park
Drive to Awash National Park to visit Birding in Awash National Park, located in the Great Rift Valley. Many species of birds are found here: African Orange-bellied Parrots, Bustards, Weavers, Hoopoe, Yellow-throated Serine, Red-fronted Barbet, Pygmy Batis, Lesser-striped Swallow, and the House Martin. The park also boasts a variety of mammals: the Anubis Baboon, Colobus Monkey, Black-backed Jackal, Bat-eared Fox, Egyptian mongoose, Warthog, Beisa Oryx, Soemmering’s Gazelle, Lesser Kudu, Salt’s Dikdik, etc. late afternoon drive back to Addis Ababa
Overnight Hotel – Addis Ababa
Tour Overview
Discover Ethiopia’s incredible birdlife with Lungo Local Tour Ethiopia. Ethiopia is home to more than 860 bird species, including many endemic species found nowhere else in the world. Our bird watching tours take you through breathtaking national parks, lakes, forests, wetlands, and mountain landscapes, offering unforgettable wildlife experiences guided by experienced local experts.
What’s Included
- Professional English-speaking bird watching guide
- Private transportation in a comfortable 4WD vehicle or minibus
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- All entrance fees to national parks and birding sites
- Boat trip (where included in the itinerary)
- Bottled drinking water during excursions
- Accommodation as specified in the itinerary
- Daily breakfast (other meals according to the tour package)
- Government taxes and service charges
What’s Excluded
- International and domestic flights
- Ethiopian visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Personal expenses
- Laundry services
- Tips and gratuities for guides and drivers
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Dress Code
- Lightweight, neutral-colored clothing (green, brown, or khaki)
- Long-sleeved shirts and long trousers for protection
- Comfortable hiking or walking shoes
- Wide-brim hat or cap
- Sunglasses
- Light rain jacket (seasonal)
- Sunscreen and insect repellent
- Binoculars and camera with extra batteries are highly recommended
Accommodation
Accommodation is carefully selected based on your itinerary and may include:
- Comfortable hotels
- Eco-lodges
- Safari lodges
- Guesthouses
- Luxury accommodation available upon request
All accommodations are chosen for comfort, cleanliness, and convenient access to Ethiopia’s best bird watching locations.
Weather Conditions
Bird watching is possible throughout the year in Ethiopia.
- October to March: Dry season with excellent bird watching and pleasant weather.
- April to May: Warm temperatures with increasing bird activity.
- June to September: Green landscapes during the rainy season, ideal for breeding birds and lush scenery. Rain showers may occur.
Temperatures vary depending on the region and altitude, so we recommend packing layers.
Tour Starting Point
Your bird watching adventure begins with airport pickup or hotel pickup in Addis Ababa, where you will meet your professional guide before departing for your selected birding destinations.
Tour Ending Point
The tour concludes with a transfer to your hotel or Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, depending on your travel schedule.
Book your Bird Watching Tour today with Lungo Local Tour Ethiopia and discover the remarkable birdlife, stunning landscapes, and natural beauty of Ethiopia.
Get in touch today:
- Email: adiss@gmail.com
- Phone & WhatsApp: +251 913 413 740
We aim to respond to every inquiry as quickly as possible. However, our team is often guiding travelers in Ethiopia’s most remote and spectacular regions—including the Omo Valley, Simien Mountains, Danakil Depression, Bale Mountains, and other off-the-beaten-path destinations—where mobile and internet coverage can be limited.
If you don’t receive an immediate reply, please don’t worry. It simply means we are out creating unforgettable experiences for our guests. We appreciate your patience and promise to respond as soon as we return to an area with reliable network coverage.
Thank you for considering Lungo Local Tour Ethiopia. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing the beauty, culture, and adventure of Ethiopia with you