Nature Ethiopia Tours

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$880 pp (USD)

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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 – Dinsho Bale Mountains Entrance

Addis Ababa – Dinsho Bale Mountains Entrance

Leave Addis Ababa in the morning and drive through the Ethiopian Highlands, passing traditional villages, fertile farmland, and beautiful mountain scenery. Arrive at Dinsho, the gateway to Bale Mountains National Park, and set up camp. You will stay in a spacious mid-range safari tent measuring more than 3 x 3 meters, furnished with comfortable normal beds and quality bedding. Shared campsite facilities are available, while our experienced camping crew handles camp setup, meal preparation, cleaning, and all camp chores. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided walk to spot mountain nyala, warthogs, and endemic birds.

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:
Mid-range camping
  • Inside Bale Mountains NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Dinsho – Sanetti Plateau Exploration

Dinsho – Sanetti Plateau Exploration

After breakfast, travel to the spectacular Sanetti Plateau, one of Africa's highest alpine landscapes and the best place to search for the endangered Ethiopian wolf. Explore the Afro-alpine moorlands, giant lobelias, and dramatic mountain scenery while looking for giant mole-rats and endemic birds. Return to your spacious mid-range safari tent, featuring comfortable normal beds and quality bedding. Shared campsite facilities are provided, and our dedicated camping staff will prepare meals and take care of every camp chore for a relaxing evening.

Main Destination:
Bale Mountains National Park
Accommodation:
Mid-range camping
  • Inside Bale Mountains NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Sanetti Plateau – Harenna Forest

Sanetti Plateau – Harenna Forest

Descend into the lush Harenna Forest, where the scenery changes from alpine plateau to dense rainforest. Walk through ancient forest trails in search of colobus monkeys, bushbuck, and colorful birdlife while learning about the surrounding Oromo communities. Overnight in a spacious mid-range safari tent measuring over 3 x 3 meters with comfortable normal beds and quality bedding. Shared campsite facilities are available, and our experienced crew manages camp setup, cooking, cleaning, and all camping duties throughout your stay.

Main Destination:
Bale Mountains National Park
Accommodation:
Mid-range camping
  • Inside Bale Mountains NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Harenna Forest – Addis Ababa

Harenna Forest – Addis Ababa

Enjoy breakfast surrounded by the peaceful forest before beginning the scenic drive back to Addis Ababa. Travel through changing landscapes with stops at viewpoints and local villages for photographs and short breaks. Arrive in Addis Ababa in the evening, bringing your memorable Bale Mountains wildlife and nature safari to a close.

Main Destination:
Addis Ababa (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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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