4-Day Addis City Tour and Bale Mountains Wildlife Safari

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

Addis Ababa City Tour

Explore the highlights of Ethiopia’s vibrant capital, Addis Ababa. Visit the National Museum of Ethiopia to discover the country’s rich history and see the famous fossil remains of Lucy. Continue to Holy Trinity Cathedral, an important religious and historical landmark, before experiencing the lively atmosphere of Merkato, one of Africa’s largest open-air markets. Later, drive to Mount Entoto for panoramic views of the city and surrounding highlands. Enjoy traditional Ethiopian cuisine and cultural hospitality.

Overnight: Hotel in Addis Ababa.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Activities:

• Specialized birding (with a professional birding guide)

Accommodation:

Crescent International Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Addis Ababa – Bale Mountains National Park

After breakfast, depart Addis Ababa and drive southeast toward Bale Mountains National Park, enjoying scenic landscapes, rural villages, and changing habitats along the way. Upon arrival in the Bale region, explore the surrounding highlands and forest edges, looking for endemic wildlife and bird species. Depending on arrival time, enjoy an introductory wildlife drive or nature walk.

Overnight: Wabe Shebelle Hotel.

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

Activities:

• Specialized birding (with a professional birding guide)

Accommodation:

Wabe Shebelle Hotel Goba

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Bale Mountains Wildlife Safari

Spend a full day exploring the spectacular landscapes of Bale Mountains National Park. Drive across the Sanetti Plateau, searching for the endangered Ethiopian Wolf, giant mole-rats, and birds of prey. Enjoy the Afro-alpine scenery, giant lobelias, and mountain wetlands. Continue toward the Harenna Forest, where you can explore forest habitats and look for Bale Monkeys, other wildlife, and diverse bird species. This day offers excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing, birdwatching, and photography.

Overnight: Wabe shebelle Hotel.

Main Destination:

Bale Mountains National Park

Activities:

• Specialized birding (with a professional birding guide)

Accommodation:

Wabe Shebelle Hotel Goba

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Dinsho Nature Walk – Return to Addis Ababa

Enjoy an early-morning photography walk around Dinsho, exploring the grasslands and woodland habitats in search of Mountain Nyala, Menelik’s Bushbuck, warthogs, and highland birds. Take advantage of the soft morning light for excellent wildlife and nature photography before breakfast. Afterward, drive back to Addis Ababa, enjoying scenic views of the Ethiopian countryside along the way. In the evening, celebrate your Ethiopian adventure with a farewell dinner at a traditional restaurant, featuring authentic local cuisine, cultural music, and dance. After dinner, transfer to Bole International Airport for your departure.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Activities:

• Specialized birding (with a professional birding guide)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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