Ethiopia bird watching itineraries are mostly in the south of the country – an itinerary in search of all of Ethiopia’s birds would take in Debre Libanos, north of Addis Ababa, the Jemma River valley, the Awash National Park, the Rift Valley Lakes, Wondo Genet, Bale and the road south through the Harenna forest to Negele, west from there to Yabello, Konso and Nech Sar National Park. This would take a minimum of 3 weeks, but shorter tours of about 10 days which would guarantee seeing most of the endemics and several hundred other species could be set up. Foot prints Ethiopia tour can tailor make itineraries to meet clients’ special needs or interests, and mix bird watching with other itineraries - such as the Historic Route or the Simien Mountains - and can also organize short birding extensions as part of a longer trip, or for people passing through Addis Ababa with a few days to spare. On both long and short trips, you will be accompanied by a trained ornithologist.
You select the date for a trip to suit you, and you will not be just another tourist: Your guide is also your travel companion, who will make sure you also experience the native people, scenery, culture, history and food, first hand.
Boosting the local economy by using the local company’s guide through Footprints Ethiopia Birding tours also promotes the importance of protecting birds and their habitat in the country.
