5-Day Ethiopia Bale Mountain Trekking Tour

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Addis Ababa – Bale Mountains (Dinsho Headquarters)

Morning: You'll depart early from Addis Ababa and drive south to Bale Mountains National Park (approximately 7–8 hours). You will enjoy scenic views of the Rift Valley along the route. You will have an opportunity for the wildlife viewing activities.
Afternoon: You'll arrive at Dinsho, the park headquarters, for an introduction to the park and a leisurely hike in the surrounding forest. Look out for Menelik’s Bushbuck and Mountain Nyala, two endemic mammals frequently spotted in this area.
Birdwatching highlights: Wattled Ibis, Spot-Breasted Lapwing, Rouget’s Rail, Blue-Winged Goose, and Abyssinian Long Claw.

Main Destination:

Bale Mountains National Park

Best Time To Visit November to February (Little rain)

High Season October to January (Park is never busy)

Best Weather November to February

Wildlife in Bale Mountains NP

Ethiopian Wolf Common

Mountain Nyala Common

Warthog Common

Menelik's
Bushbuck Occasional

Guereza Monkey Occasional

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Olive Baboon Occasional

Bohor Reedbuck Occasional

Starck's Hare Occasional

Giant Mole-rat Occasional

Bale Monkey Rare

Giant Forest Hog Rare

Golden Jackal Rare

Gelada Monkey None

Walia Ibex None

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Bale Mountains NP

Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinks not included

Trek to Sodota

Morning: You will begin your trek from Dinsho, passing through the lush Afro-alpine vegetation. Look for Mountain Nyala, Bushbuck, and other wildlife.
Midday Break: You will rest at Habera Waterfall, a scenic spot perfect for photos and relaxation.
Afternoon: You will continue trekking to Sodota. Keep an eye out for the Ethiopian Wolf, Africa’s rarest canid, and the surrounding avian life.

Main Destination:

Wolayta Sodo (Town)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Trek to Wasama

Morning: You will depart from Sodota and head toward Wasama through breathtaking highland scenery. You'll pass through the Mararo Valley, a known nesting site for the Lammergeyer and Verreaux's Eagles.
Wildlife encounters: Likely sightings include the Ethiopian Wolf and various raptors soaring above.

Main Destination:

Wolayta Sodo (Town)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Trek to Gebre Gurracha via Mt Wasama

Morning: You'll start with an ascent of Mt. Wasama (4 200m), the highest point of the trek, offering sweeping views of the park. Midday Break: You will descend into the Worgona Valley, an area teeming with birdlife like falcons and raptors. Afternoon: You'll conclude the day at Lake Gebre Gurracha, meaning black lake, a serene spot for relaxation.

Main Destination:

Wondo Genet (Town)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Departure

Return to Addis Ababa
Morning: You'll have an early breakfast by the lake before driving back to Addis Ababa via Dinsho.
Optional stop: You'll visit a local town or community along the route for lunch and cultural engagement.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.