Bale Mountains Birding Tour

  • 7 days (6 nights)
Photo Armaye N.
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Armaye N.
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Difficulty
Easy
Comfort
Basic+
Group size
up to 15 tourists
$600
per tourist for 7 days
Departing from
Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
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Overview

Explore Ethiopia's wildlife and natural wonders on our Birding Safari! We'll visit Awash National Park, Langano, Abiyata-Shalla National Park and Bale Mountains National Park to spot birds and mammals. We'll also visit the Wondo Genet area and the Great Rift Valley. Join us for an unforgettable journey!

Spot Rare Birds
Ibis, pelicans, ducks, flamingos, storks, swallows and others
Spot Mammals, Too!
Wolves, monkeys and other animals
Ethiopian Landscapes
Enjoy the beauty of Ethiopia

Route details

Day 1
Addis Ababa – Awash National Park

Drive to Awash National Park. Stop for birding at the crater lakes near Debre Zeit and at Lake Beseka. 

Overnight Hotel.

Day 2
Awash National Park
Day 3
Awash National Park – Langano
Day 4
Langano – Bale Mountains
Day 5
Bale Mountains – Wondo Genet
Day 6
Wondo Genet – Awassa
Day 7
Awassa – Addis Ababa
Difficulty
Easy
Minimal physical activity. Suitable for everyone regardless of fitness and age
Photo Armaye N.
Armaye N. is the provider of this trip
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The provider speaks: English
I was born and grew up in a small Goba town which is located in the heart of the Bale Mountains. I studied tour guiding service at one of the Tourism training institutes in Ethiopia. My passion for travelling and the fascinating historical and Natural attractions of my country have lead me into this profession which I adore. I have been working as a tour guide and organizer for more than 10 years all around Ethiopia, I've led and managed groups of tourists in all corners of Ethiopia, I have also worked with film crews, research groups, and professional photographers. Such wide experience has helped me to gain various related skills and now allows me to handle clients in a flexible, friendly and professional way. I have experience in different kinds of tours such as trekking, bird watching, Historical tours, Cultural attractions and many others. I am very enthusiastic to meet new people from different parts of the world and help them witness the amazing natural and historical destinations of my country and also organize their holidays in every corner of Ethiopia. I am also very excited to get to know other nationalities, and explore with them our culture tourism attractions.

Accommodation

Comfort
Basic+
Hotel
5 nights
Camp Site
1 night
5 nights
Hotels
1 night
Lodge

Tour conditions

Included

  • experienced guide;
  • daily meals;
  • all land transportation;
  • accommodation;
  • entrance fees;
  • government tax.

Payable separately

  • flights fee;
  • miscellaneous expenses – alcoholic drinks, souvenirs etc.;
  • insurance;
  • tips.

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Group meeting place
Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
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Cancellation of booking
In case of booking cancellation the next policy applies: Tourists will receive a full amount they paid for the reservation in case they cancel more than 35 days in advance of the tour start date In the event of cancellation within the period of 34 to 16 days before the tour start date - they are entitled to receive 50% of the booking amount Cancelations made within 15 days before the tour starts will not be entitled to a refund.

Dates and Prices

  • Any dates on request during the season
    1 Jan – 31 Dec
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  • $600
    13 – 19 Nov 7 days 6 nights
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  • $600
    13 – 19 Dec 7 days 6 nights
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  • $600
    13 – 19 Jan, 2025 7 days 6 nights
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  • $600
    13 – 19 Feb, 2025 7 days 6 nights
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  • $600
    14 – 20 Mar, 2025 7 days 6 nights
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Tour reviews

5.0
Based on 2 reviews
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    WeMustGau
    26 Aug, 2023
    about provider
    I highly recomandate this fantastic tour! It was an incredible experience. First, Armaye is very accommodating and strives to plan everything fairly so that you can fully enjoy your time. Second, you will meet an exceptional team who are incredibly kind and helpful. Throughout the trek, they work hard to ensure a wonderful experience. Our guide, Awal, is extremely knowledgeable and thanks to him, we were able to see many animals, including ethiopian wolves multiple times. He also took care of our luggage during the trek and was always available to provide us with travel advice in his country. Lastly, he even helped us find our way back, so a big thank you for everything.
    26 Aug, 2023
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    chloejds
    27 Mar, 2023
    about provider
    For the ultimate Bale Mountains experience, I highly recommend choosing these guys ! Our time in Bale Mountains with Armaye and his team was truly unforgettable. The park itself is a stunning natural haven, incredibly remote and untamed, even more so than the Simens Mountains. The landscapes are breathtaking, and we were fortunate enough to spot the Ethiopian wolf on multiple occasions! Armaye's deep passion for nature and wildlife shines through in his extensive knowledge of Bale Mountains, his homeland. Throughout our journey in Ethiopia, he stood out as the best guide we encountered ! Idriss, the cook, impressed us with his culinary skills, preparing delicious meals amidst the wilderness with limited resources. Trekking with Armaye and his team in Bale Mountains is an unparalleled experience that should not be missed !
    27 Mar, 2023