Ethio Wildlife Tours

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Addis Ababa – Robe – Dinsho – Habera Waterfall – Bale Mountains National Park

Addis Ababa – Robe – Dinsho – Habera Waterfall – Bale Mountains National Park

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.

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

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
Walia Ibex None
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Bale Mountains NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Habera – Web Valley – Adelay / Sanetti Plateau – Harenna Forest – Bale Robe

Habera – Web Valley – Adelay / Sanetti Plateau – Harenna Forest – Bale Robe

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.

Main Destination:
Bale Mountains National Park
Accommodation:
Budget camping
  • Inside Bale Mountains NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Adelay – Dinsho – Robe – Addis Ababa / Gaysay Grassland – Robe – Addis Ababa

Adelay – Dinsho – Robe – Addis Ababa / Gaysay Grassland – Robe – Addis Ababa

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.

Main Destination:
Bale Mountains National Park
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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