Simien Mountains National Park

5-Days Bird Watching Trip to Gambela

5 DaysModerate Safari Max 12 Guests

Expedition Overview

An exclusive ornithological safari deep into the western lowlands of Gambela National Park along the South Sudan border. A biodiversity hotspot where the Nile ecosystem meets Ethiopian wilderness.

Expedition Highlights

Signature Experiences

✓Search for the prehistoric, elusive Shoebill Stork (Balaeniceps rex)
✓Extensive wetlands and gallery forests of the Baro River basin
✓High concentration of Nile Lechwe, White-eared Kob, and Topi antelope
✓Record over 200 species including Egyptian Plover, Black-faced Firefinch & Pel's Fishing Owl

Trail Timeline • 5 Days

Day-by-Day Expedition Itinerary

Day 01

Fly Addis Ababa to Gambela – Baro River Introduction

Arrive in tropical Gambela and immediately commence bird watching along the river banks.

Day 02

Full Day Gambela National Park Wetlands & Swamps

Venture into the heart of Gambela park wetlands where large mammal migrations converge.

Day 03

Itang & Alwero Reservoir Wetland Exploration

Explore tranquil reservoir waterways surrounded by papyrus beds.

Day 04

Riverine Forests of Abobo & Anuak Cultural Villages

Forest canopy birding targeting Red-throated Bee-eater and Black-bellied Firefinch.

Day 05

Morning Birding & Return Flight to Addis Ababa

Complete checklist and transfer to Gambela Airport.

Included in This Package

3 Included Items

Domestic flights Addis Ababa – Gambela – Addis Ababa
Specialist ornithologist tour leader and 4WD field vehicles
Hotel accommodation, meals, park fees, and local scout guides

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