4-day Bale Mountain Safari Experience 4 days

Bale Mountains National Park

Upon arrival at Dinsho, the headquarters of Bale Mountains National Park, begin your adventure with a guided nature walk through the park's beautiful juniper and Hagenia woodlands. This area is renowned for its rich biodiversity and offers excellent opportunities to observe several of Ethiopia's endemic and endangered mammals, including the Mountain nyala, Menelik's bushbuck, warthog, Bohor reedbuck, and grey duiker.

The forests are also a paradise for bird enthusiasts, with excellent chances to spot Ethiopian endemic species such as the Abyssinian flycatcher, Wattled ibis, and Abyssinian catbird.

After your first introduction to the park's remarkable wildlife and landscapes, transfer to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Wabe Shebelle Hotel

Bale Mountains National Park

After breakfast, depart for the spectacular Sanetti Plateau, the highest continuous plateau in Africa and one of Ethiopia's most extraordinary natural landscapes. As you ascend into the Afro-alpine ecosystem, keep watch for soaring raptors, falcons, and the elusive Ethiopian wolf, the world's rarest canid and an iconic symbol of Bale Mountains National Park.

Travel across sweeping moorlands dotted with giant lobelias, alpine lakes, and dramatic highland scenery while passing near Tullu Dimtu (4,377 metres), Ethiopia's second-highest mountain. The breathtaking scenery and unique alpine environment make this one of the highlights of the safari.

Return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Wabe Shebelle Hotel
Meals: Breakfast,

Bale Mountains National Park

Following breakfast, journey south into the lush Harenna Forest, Ethiopia's second-largest tropical rainforest. Along the way, enjoy opportunities to observe the Ethiopian wolf, Abyssinian hare, and an impressive variety of highland birdlife, including the Blue-winged goose, Ruddy shelduck, and Wattled crane.

Upon arrival, explore the forest on a guided walk through towering bamboo groves and dense woodland leading to scenic waterfalls. This unique ecosystem provides habitat for the endemic Bale monkey, black-and-white colobus monkeys, forest hogs, bush pigs, and, with a bit of luck, the elusive leopard.

After exploring Harenna Forest, begin your scenic return drive across the Sanetti Plateau, making stops at key wildlife viewing areas for additional chances to encounter Ethiopian wolves and endemic bird species.

Return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Wabe Shebelle Hotel
Meals: Breakfast,

After breakfast, transfer to Goba Airport for your scheduled flight to Addis Ababa. Upon arrival, enjoy a brief sightseeing tour of Ethiopia's vibrant capital, visiting highlights such as the National Museum, Mount Entoto, and selected city parks, depending on your flight schedule.

Later, gather for a farewell dinner celebrating the unforgettable experiences and wildlife encounters of your Bale Mountains adventure before transferring to the airport for your international departure.

Meals: Breakfast and dinner