5-Day Bale Mountain Trekking Tour

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

Addis Ababa – Bale Mountains (Dinsho Headquarters)

Morning: Depart early from Addis Ababa and drive south to Bale Mountains National Park (approximately 7–8 hours). Enjoy scenic views of the Rift Valley along the route. You will have an opportunity for the wildlife Viewing Activities.
Afternoon: Arrive at Dinsho, the park headquarters, for an introduction to the park and a leisurely hike in the surrounding forest. Look out for Menelik’s Bushbuck and Mountain Nyala, two endemic mammals frequently spotted in this area.
Birdwatching highlights: Wattled Ibis, Spot-Breasted Lapwing, Rouget’s Rail, Blue-Winged Goose, and Abyssinian Long Claw.
Overnight: Camping at Dinsho or nearby lodge.

Main Destination:

Bale Mountains National Park

Best Time To Visit Nov to Feb (Little rain)

High Season Oct to Jan (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:

Budget camping

• Inside Bale Mountains NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Trek to Sodota

Morning: Begin your trek from Dinsho, passing through the lush Afro-alpine vegetation. Look for Mountain Nyala, Bushbuck, and other wildlife.
Midday Break: Rest at Habera Waterfall, a scenic spot perfect for photos and relaxation.
Afternoon: Continue trekking to Sodota. Keep an eye out for the Ethiopian Wolf, Africa’s rarest canid, and the surrounding avian life.
Trekking duration: 6–7 hours.
Overnight: Camping at Sodota.

Main Destination:

Bale Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Bale Mountains NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Trek to Wasama

Morning: Depart from Sodota and head toward Wasama through breathtaking highland scenery. Pass through the Mararo Valley, a known nesting site for the Lammergeyer and Verreaux Eagles.
Wildlife encounters: Likely sightings include the Ethiopian Wolf and various raptors soaring above.
Trekking duration: 5–6 hours.
Overnight: Camping at Wasama.

Main Destination:

Bale Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Bale Mountains NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Trek to Gebre Gurracha via Mt Wasama

Morning: Start with an ascent of Mt. Wasama (4, 200m), the highest point of the trek offering sweeping views of the park. Midday Break: Descend into the Worgona Valley, an area teeming with birdlife like falcons and raptors. Afternoon: Conclude the day at Lake Gebre Gurracha meaning black lake a serene spot for relaxation. Trekking duration: 6–7 hours. Overnight: Camping at Gebre Gurracha.

Main Destination:

Bale Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Bale Mountains NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Return to Addis Ababa

Return to Addis Ababa
Morning: Early breakfast by the lake before driving back to Addis Ababa via Dinsho.
Optional stop: Visit a local town or community along the route for lunch and cultural engagement.
Evening: Arrive in Addis Ababa and transfer to your accommodation.

Main Destination:

No major destination visited

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.