Ethiopia & East Africa · office in Gondar · Open daily · 8:00 - 18:00 (East Africa Time)
Nature & Birdwatching
Flamingos, fish eagles and forested crater lakes. Three easy days along Ethiopia's Rift Valley lake chain — Ziway, Langano and Chamo — packed with birds, boats and lakeside relaxation.
From
From USD 600 per person
Indicative from price — your full quote is confirmed when you enquire.
The Rift Valley lakes are an ornithologist's dream: pelicans and flamingos at Ziway, weavers and kingfishers in the Acacia forests, and the fish eagles of Lake Langano against the cone of Mount Zuqualla.
This relaxed three-day circuit mixes boat rides, gentle forest walks and lakeside lodges — a perfect soft-start or breather in a longer Ethiopian journey.
Route difficulty
Relaxed pace with little or no sustained trekking.
Best time to go
Trekking runs year-round with the right plan — ask us for the best window for your dates.
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Drive to Lake Ziway for a boat ride to the island monasteries, then the flamingo pools of Lake Abijatta.
A morning at Lake Langano's volcanic shoreline and the Wenchi crater lake, with forest walks and hot springs.
A boat cruise on Lake Hawassa to watch fish eagles and hippos, then the return drive to Addis.
More details provided at booking.
A relaxed pace with little or no trekking — ideal for most travellers and families.
A focused, immersive escape without a long commitment.
Run small-group or privately so the experience stays personal.
Not sure it's the right fit? We'll help you choose — see how we plan trips.
Indicative pricing
US$ 1,200
US$ 600 per person × 2
This tour is rated easy — well-paced, with plenty of time to enjoy the scenery, and suits travellers of reasonable general mobility.
The indicative price covers licensed guide, private vehicle and driver and accommodation as per the itinerary. See the full "What's included" list above — your exact quote, and anything you'd like adjusted, is confirmed when you enquire.
Yes — this tour runs privately or for small groups, so you can travel solo, as a couple, or with friends on your own dates.
This tour reaches high altitude in the Simien Mountains. Routes are paced for acclimatisation, and good hydration and a measured pace make a big difference. For practical guidance on managing altitude, see the altitude section under travel information.
Rift valley gems and the wild south
Rift lakes, flamingoes and dramatic mountains — a southern journey from the cities of the lakes to the wilds of the Bale Mountains.
The complete Ethiopia
The definitive overland journey — northern castles and churches, the Simien trek, Danakil's volcanoes, Tigray's cliffs and Harar's alleys in one grand loop.
The vibrant capital at the heart of Africa — a modern city of museums, markets, coffee culture and the seat of the African Union.
Send us an inquiry and we'll confirm availability, answer your questions and finalise every detail for you.
