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6-Day Ethiopia Unseen Wild Animal, Nature and Photograph is a 6 days tour in Ethiopia via the Ethiopia Unseen Wild Animal, Nature and Photograph route, starting from USD 1309. Below you'll find the latest itinerary, inclusions & exclusions, and how to book.

Duration
6 days

Route
Ethiopia Unseen Wild Animal, Nature and Photograph

From
USD 1309

Operator
Kitano Tours & Safaris

ABOUT 6-Day Ethiopia Unseen Wild Animal, Nature and Photograph

Experience the Avian Paradise of the Horn of Africa Ethiopia, with its diverse ecosystems and dramatic landscapes, is home to over 860 bird species, including 30+ endemics found nowhere else on Earth. This 8-day birdwatching and photography tour takes you through the Rift Valley lakes, highlands, forests, and savannahs, offering you exceptional opportunities to observe and capture rare and beautiful birdlife in their natural habitats.

Duration: 6 days
Route: Ethiopia Unseen Wild Animal, Nature and Photograph
Starts at: USD 1309

Overview

Itinerary

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Highlights for 6-Day Ethiopia Unseen Wild Animal, Nature and Photograph

Day 1: Drive Addis Ababa to rift valley lakes and Debrezit to Ziway
Day 2: Lake Langano and Abijatta-Shalla National Park
Day 3: Bale mountain national park
Day 4: Explores Sanetti Plateau – Roof of the Horn
Day 5: Harenna Forest Exploration
Day 6: Return to Addis Ababa

Itinerary Overview

Day	Title
Day 01	Drive Addis Ababa to rift valley lakes and Debrezit to Ziway
Day 02	Lake Langano and Abijatta-Shalla National Park
Day 03	Bale mountain national park
Day 04	Explores Sanetti Plateau – Roof of the Horn
Day 05	Harenna Forest Exploration
Day 06	Return to Addis Ababa

Day 01: Drive Addis Ababa to rift valley lakes and Debrezit to Ziway

>> Highlights: Wetland birds, lake photography
Descend into the Great Rift Valley, stopping first at the crater lakes of Debre Zeit (Bishoftu), where you can spot African Pygmy Goose, Malachite Kingfisher, and Black Crake. Continue to Lake Ziway, known for its easy-to-spot African Fish Eagles, Hammerkops, Marabou Storks, and Yellow-billed Storks. The light here is perfect for bird-in-flight photography.

Time: 8-10Hrs
Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Accommodation: Haile Resort Ziway Mid-range hotel located at Lake Ziway

Day 02: Lake Langano and Abijatta-Shalla National Park

>> Highlights: Shorebirds, flamingos, woodland species
Spend the morning around Lake Langano, where the surrounding acacia woodland is home to White-browed Sparrow-Weaver, Abyssinian Ground Hornbill, and Bare-faced Go-away Bird. Then explore Abijatta-Shalla National Park, where the saline lakes attract thousands of Lesser and Greater Flamingos, Avocets, and Black-winged Stilts—a dream for wide-angle and landscape shots.

Time: 8-10Hrs
Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Accommodation: Hara Langano Eco Lodge Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Abijatta-Shalla NP

Day 03: Bale mountain national park

>> Highlights: High-altitude species, endemic mammals
Drive to Bale Mountains National Park, one of Ethiopia’s best birding destinations. Stop in Dinsho, where you may see the endemic Rouget’s Rail, Abyssinian Longclaw, and Blue-winged Goose. The high-altitude meadows are also frequented by Mountain Nyala, Menkir Sheep, and Wattled Ibis, excellent subjects for wildlife photography.

Time: 8-10Hrs
Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Accommodation: Goba Wabe Shebelle Hotel Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Bale Mountains NP

Day 04: Explores Sanetti Plateau – Roof of the Horn

>> Highlights: Ethiopian Wolf, rare endemics
Venture onto the Sanetti Plateau, Africa’s highest all-weather road. Here you'll search for the critically endangered Ethiopian Wolf the world's rarest canid. Bird species include Spot-breasted Lapwing, Chestnut-naped Francolin, and Abyssinian Catbird. The moorlands and giant lobelias provide a surreal setting for wide-angle nature shots.

Time: 8-10Hrs
Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Accommodation: Goba Wabe Shebelle Hotel Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Bale Mountains NP

Day 05: Harenna Forest Exploration

>> Highlights: Afro-montane forest species, endemic birds
Descend to the lush Harenna Forest, a unique cloud forest ecosystem. Look for Abyssinian Crimsonwing, White-cheeked Turaco, Silvery-cheeked Hornbill, and Sharpe’s Starling. The light filtering through the misty canopy offers ideal conditions for artistic photography. Wildlife may include bushbucks and rare monkeys.

Time: 8-10Hrs
Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Accommodation: Goba Wabe Shebelle Hotel Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Bale Mountains NP

Day 06: Return to Addis Ababa

>> Highlights: Scenic drive, optional birding stops
After breakfast, begin your return journey to Addis Ababa. Enjoy optional birding en route with stops at wetlands or escarpments depending on time and interests. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Ethiopian farewell dinner with live music and dance before being transferred to the airport for your departure.