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5-Day Ethiopian Wolf & Mountain Nyala Discovery Tour

Offered by: USD Safari Tours

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Journey Snapshot

🗺 Ethiopia ⏱ 5 days 🚙 4x4 Pop-up Roof

Bale Mountains National Park

Overview Day by Day Rates Inclusions Getting There Offered By

Explore the spectacular Bale Mountains with Kitano Tour and Safaris on this 5-day private wildlife expedition, specially designed to discover Ethiopia's unique endemic species. Journey across the Sanetti Plateau in search of the endangered Ethiopian wolf and giant mole-rat, while keeping an eye out for Mountain Nyala, Bale monkeys, Menelik's bushbuck, and a variety of endemic birds. With breathtaking highland scenery, rich wildlife, and expert-guided exploration, this adventure offers an unforgettable experience in one of Ethiopia's most remarkable natural destinations.

Route

Start	Bale Mountains National Park (Day 1)
Day 2	Dinsho Wildlife Area
Day 3	Senetti Plateau- Ethiopian wolf-Giant Mole- rat
Day 4	Senetti Plateue and Harena Forest
Day 5	Senetti Plateue and Harena Forest
End	Bale Mountains National Park

Tour Features

Day 1 :Addis Ababa - Bale Montinas Day 2 :Dinsho Wildlife Area Day 3 :Senetti Plateau- Ethiopian wolf-Giant Mole- rat Day 4 :Senetti Plateue and Harena Forest

Activities & Transportation

Route: Bale Mountains National Park
Duration: 5 day
Getting around: 4x4 safari vehicle (pop-up roof)
Transfers: airport pick-up & drop-off can be included

Accommodation & Meals

Day

Accommodation

Meals

1

Nurobe Hotel Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Bale Mountains NP

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

2

Nurobe Hotel Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Bale Mountains NP

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

3

Nurobe Hotel Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Bale Mountains NP

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

4

Nurobe Hotel Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Bale Mountains NP

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

5

No accommodation

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day by Day

Day 1 Addis Ababa - Bale Montinas

⏱Morning 🏨Nurobe Hotel Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Bale Mountains NP 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Begin your journey with a drive from Addis Ababa toward the Bale Mountains. Travel through the changing landscapes of the Ethiopian highlands, with opportunities to stop for scenic views and wildlife along the way. Continue to the Bale region and arrive in the Goba/Dinsho area in the afternoon. Depending on arrival time, enjoy a short wildlife drive or nature walk around the park. there is also an option, you can fly from Addis to Bale robe.

Day 2 Dinsho Wildlife Area

⏱Morning 🏨Nurobe Hotel Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Bale Mountains NP 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Spend the morning exploring the Dinsho area of Bale Mountains National Park, one of the best places to look for Mountain Nyala, Menelik's bushbuck, Warthog, Ethiopian wolf and Bale monkey. Continue through the beautiful highland landscapes while looking for endemic birds and other wildlife. Your local wildlife guide will help identify species and explain the unique ecology of the Bale Mountains.

Day 3 Senetti Plateau- Ethiopian wolf-Giant Mole- rat

⏱Morning 🏨Nurobe Hotel Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Bale Mountains NP 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Today is the main wildlife expedition. Drive onto the spectacular Senetti Plateau, reaching elevations of more than 4,000 meters. Spend the day searching for the Ethiopian wolf, Africa's rarest carnivore. The open Afro-alpine landscape also provides excellent opportunities to observe giant mole-rats, which are an important food source for Ethiopian wolves. Take time for wildlife photography and enjoy the dramatic high-altitude scenery before returning to your accommodation.

Day 4 Senetti Plateue and Harena Forest

⏱Morning 🏨Nurobe Hotel Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Bale Mountains NP 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Return to the Bale highlands for another dedicated wildlife-viewing day. Continue searching for Ethiopian wolves and other endemic species, with additional opportunities for photography and birdwatching. Later, descend toward the Harenna Forest, one of Ethiopia's largest remaining natural forests. Explore the forest edge and surrounding habitats, where the environment changes dramatically from the open Sanetti Plateau. Possible sightings include Bale monkeys, birds of prey, endemic highland birds and other forest species.

Day 5 Senetti Plateue and Harena Forest

⏱Morning 🏨No accommodation 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

After breakfast, begin the journey back to Addis Ababa. Enjoy the changing scenery of the Ethiopian highlands and make stops along the way for photographs and local experiences. Arrive in Addis Ababa in the afternoon or evening, marking the end of your Bale Mountains Wildlife Expedition.