4-Day Arsi Mountains National Park Trekking

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

Arrive in Asella and Transfer to Arsi Mountains National Park

This 4-day trekking itinerary through Arsi Mountains National Park covers breathtaking landscapes, wildlife encounters, and visits to scenic highlands and forests, with overnight stays at basic but comfortable accommodations nearby.
Morning: Arrive in Asella (175 km from Addis Ababa, around 4 hours by road).

Meet your guide and transfer to Arsi Mountains National Park, approximately 20 km from Asella.

Afternoon: Begin with a half-day trek in the lower areas of the park, exploring lush valleys and forests.

Continue with possible sightings of endemic wildlife like mountain nyala and Menelik’s bushbuck.

Main Destination:

Arsi Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Trek to Mount Chilalo

Morning: Full-day trek to Mount Chilalo, the highest peak in the park. The trek includes diverse alpine landscapes, grasslands, and breathtaking views from the summit.

Afternoon: Continue hiking around the summit area to take in the panoramic vistas of the surrounding mountains and valleys.

Main Destination:

Arsi Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Trek to the Bale-Arsi Wildlife Corridor

Morning: Depart for a full-day trek towards the Bale-Arsi Wildlife Corridor, a rich area connecting Arsi Mountains with the Bale Mountains. Trek through high-altitude grasslands and forests, spotting endemic birds and wildlife.

Afternoon: Arrive at your campsite by late afternoon, situated in a scenic location along the wildlife corridor.
Activities include: Trekking, wildlife tracking, and enjoying the pristine natural environment.

Main Destination:

Arsi Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Return to Asella and Departure

Morning: Begin your trek back toward the lower areas of Arsi Mountains NP, descending through scenic trails.

Afternoon: Transfer back to Asella for your return journey to Addis Ababa or onward travel.

Main Destination:

No major destination visited

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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