3-Day Bale Mountains Wildlife & Trekking Safari Tour

3-Day Bale Mountains Wildlife & Trekking Safari Tour

Offered by: USD Safari Tours
4.9/5 (1600 Reviews)
Journey Snapshot
🗺 Ethiopia ⏱ 3 days 🚙 4x4 Pop-up Roof
Bale Mountains National Park
Discover the breathtaking landscapes of Bale Mountains National Park with Kitano Tour and Safaris on an unforgettable wildlife and trekking adventure. Explore Afro-alpine moorlands, bamboo forests, and scenic valleys while searching for the rare Ethiopian Wolf, spotting Mountain Nyala and Bale Monkeys, and enjoying incredible birdwatching. Visit the spectacular Sanetti Plateau and Harenna Forest, and experience the wild beauty of one of Ethiopia's most remarkable natural destinations.

Route

Start Bale Mountains National Park (Day 1)
Day 2 Habera - Web Valley - Adelay / Sanetti Plateau - Harenna Forest - Bale Robe
Day 3 Adelay - Dinsho - Robe - Addis Ababa / Gaysay Grassland - Robe - Addis Ababa
End Bale Mountains National Park

Tour Features

Day 1 :Addis Ababa - Robe - Dinsho - Habera Waterfall - Bale Mountains National Park Day 2 :Habera - Web Valley - Adelay / Sanetti Plateau - Harenna Forest - Bale Robe Day 3 :Adelay - Dinsho - Robe - Addis Ababa / Gaysay Grassland - Robe - Addis Ababa

Activities & Transportation

  • Route: Bale Mountains National Park
  • Duration: 3 day
  • Getting around: 4x4 safari vehicle (pop-up roof)
  • Transfers: airport pick-up & drop-off can be included

Accommodation & Meals

Day
Accommodation
Meals
1
Budget camping Inside Bale Mountains NP
Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
2
Budget camping Inside Bale Mountains NP
All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
3
No accommodation
Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks

Day by Day

Day 1 Addis Ababa - Robe - Dinsho - Habera Waterfall - Bale Mountains National Park
Morning 🏨Budget camping Inside Bale Mountains NP 🍽Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
In the morning, transfer to the airport for your domestic flight from Addis Ababa to Robe Airport. Upon arrival, meet your guide and drive to Bale Mountains National Park headquarters at Dinsho, the gateway to one of Ethiopia's most spectacular wildlife destinations. Enjoy a guided nature walk through the juniper and Hagenia woodlands while searching for endemic wildlife including Mountain Nyala, Menelik's Bushbuck, Bohor Reedbuck, Warthogs, and various bird species such as the Wattled Ibis. After lunch, continue driving deeper into the park toward the Afro-alpine landscapes and begin a scenic trek to Habera Waterfall through open moorlands and high-altitude scenery. Along the trail, there is a strong chance to spot the rare Ethiopian Wolf and Giant Mole Rat. Later, continue to your campsite near Habera Waterfall or return to Robe for overnight accommodation depending on your selected program option. Accommodation: Camping near Habera Waterfall or hotel in Robe Meals: Lunch & Dinner.
Day 2 Habera - Web Valley - Adelay / Sanetti Plateau - Harenna Forest - Bale Robe
Morning 🏨Budget camping Inside Bale Mountains NP 🍽All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
After breakfast, continue exploring the spectacular landscapes of Bale Mountains National Park with two program options based on your accommodation choice. For the camping program, begin a scenic trek from Habera to Adelay across the beautiful Web Valley, one of the park's best wildlife viewing areas. Walk through Afro-alpine moorlands and Giant Lobelia fields while searching for the rare Ethiopian Wolf, Giant Mole Rat, and various birds of prey. Overnight camping at Adelay campsite surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery. For the hotel comfort option, drive to the breathtaking Sanetti Plateau, one of Africa's highest roads, for Ethiopian Wolf tracking and panoramic mountain views. Continue descending into the lush Harenna Forest to explore the Erica belt and bamboo forest habitat where the endemic Bale Monkey and forest birds may be spotted before returning to Bale Robe. Accommodation: Adelay Campsite or hotel in Bale Robe Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 3 Adelay - Dinsho - Robe - Addis Ababa / Gaysay Grassland - Robe - Addis Ababa
Morning 🏨No accommodation 🍽Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
After breakfast, continue your final day inside Bale Mountains National Park with activities depending on your selected program option. For the camping program, hike from Adelay back to Dinsho through beautiful Hagenia woodlands, juniper forests, and open grasslands while enjoying opportunities to spot Mountain Nyala, Menelik's Bushbuck, Olive Baboons, Bohor Reedbuck, and various endemic bird species. Upon arrival at Dinsho, transfer to Robe Airport for your domestic flight back to Addis Ababa. For the hotel comfort option, after breakfast drive to the scenic Gaysay Grasslands for final wildlife viewing, birdwatching, and photography opportunities in the beautiful savannah landscape before transferring to Robe Airport for your return flight to Addis Ababa. Accommodation: No accommodation Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch.

Rates

From: $1,580 pp (USD)
Final quote depends on date, travelers and lodge level.

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Inclusions

Included
  • Park fees (For non-residents)
  • All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  • Camping equipment
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All flights during the tour
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Sleeping bag

Exclusions

Not included
  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Bath towels
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Note: Some items may vary depending on season and lodge level.

Getting There

Start: Bale Mountains National Park

End: Bale Mountains National Park

We can arrange airport pick-up and drop-off. Ask in your quote request.

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USD Safari Tours
USD Safari Tours
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