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NETCH SAR
NATIONAL PARK:
While staying at Swaynes Hotel it is possible
to visit Netch Sar National Park to see
wildlife including the endemic Swayne’s
hartebeest, Burchell’s zebra, klipspringers,
Olive baboons, black and white Abyssinian
Colobus monkeys and more.
BIRD
WATCHING:
Netch Sar National Park has registered sightings
of more than 380 bird species. Among these
are the Kori bustard, the African fish eagle,
the endemic thick-billed raven, the black-headed
forest oriole and more.
Our
guides/drivers are very familiar with the
area and know where you can see some of
these rare and beautiful species of birds.
BOATING
EXCURSIONS:
An exciting activity, a boat trip on Lake
Chamo is not to be missed. During this excursion
you can see the Nile crocodile “market”.
With an average length of 6 meters, these
crocodiles are easily viewed while they
sunbathe. You will also see hippopotamus,
the Nile perch, with a length of about 180cm
and weighing 120kg, Tilapia, Tiger fish
and more.
CULTURAL
EXCURSIONS:
A trip to the Dorze people is a highlight.
The Dorze are known for their colorful traditional
clothes. It is a 3-4 hour round trip from
the hotel to their village. Their houses
are built with intersecting bamboo; the
roof is covered with “enset”
and is shaped like an elephant’s trunk.
Not to be missed is the preparation of “kotcho”
(a traditional bread eaten by most of the
Southern peoples) made from “enset”,
the false banana tree.
You
can also visit the Konso people with their
unique traditions, lifestyle and culture.
HIPPO
SPOTTING:
Hippos, crocodiles and other animals living
in and around the water attract many visitors.
Our guides know which times are best for
hippo and crocodile spotting. We offer you
the opportunity to view these marvelous
animals.
FISHING:
Swaynes Hotel can arrange fishing trips
for you and your party. Lakes (Langano,
Abaya, and others) in the area offer great
opportunities for fishing enthusiasts.
MOUNTAIN
BIKING/TREKKING:
The forest stretches for several kilometers
and is criss-crossed by paths and trails
allowing for very exciting biking and walking
excursions. In this forest you can see surviving
examples of endemic plant species (some
of the trees are over 100 years old).
Sights
of baboons and Colobus monkeys chasing each
other are common. It is a perfect activity
for explorers.
CAMPING:
Swaynes Hotel offers camping facilities.
The weather here offers a suitable atmosphere
for camping (perfect skies full of stars,
etc.).
The
campsite at Swaynes Hotel is self-sustaining
and is complete with showers and toilets.
WALKING
TRAILS:
Swaynes Hotel has several trails that lead
to the springs and woods in the neighborhood.
One of these trails was especially constructed
to allow trekkers from the hotel to reach
Arba Minch’s springs, to experience
spectacular views and sight wildlife. The
trail leads to a road and the visitor may
continue by vehicle if desired.
EXCURSIONS/SAFARIS:
We can organize any type of excursion or
safari for you anywhere. For details, please
contact our Reservations department.
Our
goal at Swaynes Hotel is to satisfy you
beyond your expectations. Our low rates
and courteous service have earned us an
excellent reputation. For more information,
please contact our Reservations
department.
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