7-Day Ethiopia Safari Tour-Bale Mountains & Rift Valley

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

Arrival in Addis Abab

Upon arrival, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a short city tour including the National Museum of Ethiopia and a drive up to Entoto Hills for panoramic views.
Accommodation: Hotel in Addis Ababa
Meals: Breakfast (if early arrival).

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Ramada by Wyndham Addis

• Luxury hotel located in Addis Ababa (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Addis Ababa to Hawassa

Drive south through the Rift Valley, stopping at Lake Ziway for birdwatching. Continue to Lake Hawassa, known for its scenic beauty and rich birdlife.
Accommodation: Lake-side resort in Hawassa
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner two bottle of water and wine.

Main Destination:

Awasa (City)

Accommodation:

Hawassa Lake View Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Awasa (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Hawassa to Bale Mountains National Park

After visiting the Hawassa fish market, drive to Bale Mountains National Park. Upon arrival in Dinsho, enjoy a guided nature walk where you may spot mountain nyala, warthogs, and various bird species.
Accommodation: Lodge/Campsite in Bale Mountains
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

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:

Bale Mountain Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Bale Mountains NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Full Day in Bale Mountains – Sanetti Plateau

Explore the high-altitude Sanetti Plateau, one of the best places to spot the rare Ethiopian wolf. The area offers dramatic landscapes and excellent wildlife viewing opportunities.
Accommodation: Lodge/Campsite in Bale Mountains
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinne.

Main Destination:

Bale Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

Bale Mountain Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Bale Mountains NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Bale Mountains to Goba

Enjoy an early morning game drive or a guided nature walk in the surrounding areas, offering a final opportunity to observe wildlife and experience the natural beauty of the region. After the morning activities, continue your journey to Goba, passing through scenic highlands and rural landscapes.

Upon arrival in Goba, check in at your hotel and enjoy a relaxed afternoon. You may choose to unwind at the property or take a short walk around the town to experience local life and culture. This is a peaceful stopover, giving you time to rest and reflect on your wildlife safari experience in the Bale Mountains region.

Accommodation: Hotel in Goba
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Main Destination:

Bale Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

Wabe Shebelle Hotel Goba

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Goba to Lake Langano

Drive back toward the Rift Valley, enjoying scenic views of Ethiopia’s highlands and rural countryside along the way. En route, you will pass through changing landscapes before arriving at the beautiful Lake Langano, one of the few lakes in Ethiopia considered safe for swimming due to its low alkalinity.

Upon arrival, take time to relax by the lakeshore, enjoy the calm atmosphere, and experience the natural beauty of the Rift Valley. Optional activities such as swimming, birdwatching, or a leisurely walk along the shore can be arranged depending on your interest. The area is also ideal for photography, especially during sunset when the lake reflects warm golden colors.

Accommodation: Resort near Lake Langano
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Main Destination:

Lake Langano

Accommodation:

Hara Langano Eco Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located at Lake Langano

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Lake Langano to Addis Ababa – Departure

After breakfast, depart from the Rift Valley and drive back to Addis Ababa, enjoying scenic views of the countryside along the way. Upon arrival, you will have time to relax or explore the city depending on your flight schedule.

You may use this opportunity for last-minute shopping for souvenirs, handicrafts, or coffee, or choose to enjoy a short cultural experience such as a traditional Ethiopian dinner before your transfer to the airport.

This marks the end of your 7-day wildlife safari experience, filled with unforgettable memories of Ethiopia’s nature, wildlife, and landscapes.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

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