Embark on a 5-day trek through the Bale Mountains National Park in the Ethiopian Highlands. Discover wild alpine scenery and spot the rare Ethiopian Wolf in its natural habitat.
Embark on a 5-day trek through the Bale Mountains National Park in the Ethiopian Highlands. Discover wild alpine scenery and spot the rare Ethiopian Wolf in its natural habitat.
ADDIS ABABA / DINSHO (BALE MOUNTAINS)
Bale Mountains National Park - Start the day early and drive to Dinsho, where the Bale Mountains National Park Headquarters is located.
On the way to Dinsho, make a stop at Lake Ziway to observe the local bird species.
Continue heading south and pause for lunch in the town of Shashmene, which is 250 km from…
ADDIS ABABA / DINSHO (BALE MOUNTAINS)
Bale Mountains National Park - Start the day early and drive to Dinsho, where the Bale Mountains National Park Headquarters is located.
On the way to Dinsho, make a stop at Lake Ziway to observe the local bird species.
Continue heading south and pause for lunch in the town of Shashmene, which is 250 km from Addis.
Arrive in Dinsho by late afternoon and visit the Bale Mountains National Park headquarters to complete the necessary paperwork for trekking in the park.
If time allows, take a short hike in the northern part of the park near your overnight accommodation.
Enjoy dinner and stay overnight at the Dinsho guest house.
DINSHO / SODOTA. Trekking
Bale Mountains National Park - After breakfast, start the trek from Dinsho to Sodota. This trek covers approximately 20 km and takes about 6 – 7 hours.
Today’s trek offers a great opportunity to spot the Mountain Nyala, Menelik Bush Buck, Warthog, and the Ethiopian Wolf.
Bird species you might encounter include the thick-billed Raven, Wattled Ibis, Blue-winged Goose, and Rouget’s Rail.
Have lunch at the midpoint of the trek.
Enjoy dinner and camp overnight at Sodota.
SODOTA / WASAMA
WASAMA
Bale Mountains - In the morning, trek from Garba Guracha to Wasama. The day’s trek will take between 6 – 7 hours.
Along the route, there will be a climb up Mount Wasama, which is situated at 4200 meters above sea level. The area around the mountain is adorned with giant lobelia and other plants typical of high-altitude Afro-Alpine landscapes.
In the evening, have dinner and camp overnight at Garba Guracha.
SENNATI PLATEAU / ADDIS ABABA
Addis Ababa - Upon arrival in Addis Ababa, stay overnight at your reserved hotel. In the evening, attend a farewell dinner at the Yod Abyssinia Cultural Restaurant to enjoy an Ethiopian Traditional Buffet Dinner and a Live Cultural Music Show.
- Local and professional Guide
- All-inclusive fees (admission, fuel surcharge, gratuities, parking)
- Travel in a latest model Land Cruiser vehicle
- Breakfast included
- Local and professional Guide
- All-inclusive fees (admission, fuel surcharge, gratuities, parking)
- Travel in a latest model Land Cruiser vehicle
- Breakfast included
- Alcoholic Drinks
- Camera and photography fee
- Alcoholic Drinks
- Camera and photography fee
The Bale Mountains, located in the southeast of Ethiopia, are considered to be A unique Ecosystem In the Ethiopian Highlands. The main attractions of the park are the wild alpine scenery and a chance to see the Ethiopian Wolf in the wild.
This five day trip from Addis Ababa, will include three and half days of trekking in the national park. Starting from…
The Bale Mountains, located in the southeast of Ethiopia, are considered to be A unique Ecosystem In the Ethiopian Highlands. The main attractions of the park are the wild alpine scenery and a chance to see the Ethiopian Wolf in the wild.
This five day trip from Addis Ababa, will include three and half days of trekking in the national park. Starting from Dinsho and finishing at the Sanetti Plateau, this trek will give you a great opportunity to stretch your legs and see a wide variety of Ethiopian mammals, birdlife and fauna.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
