Private Tour
5 Days Bale Mountains Trekking
Overview
Available languages
5 days
Mobile ticket
Day 01 : Addis Ababa – Bale Mountains
Drive from Addis to the Bale Mountains National Park. Arrive at the park headquarters in the afternoon, in time for a leisurely afternoon hike, possibly spotting two endemic mammals that frequent the area: Menelik’s Bushbuck and the Mountain Nyala. Birds in this area include the Blue-Winged Goose, the Spot-Breasted Lapwing, the Abyssinian Long Claw, the Wattled Ibis, the Black-Headed Siskin, Rouget’s Rail, and numerous other species.
Overnight camping near the park entrance. Overnight Camping.
Day 2: Trek to Sodota
Walk through Dinsho and enter the National Park. Around Dinsho, the Mountain Nyala and Menelik’s Bushbuck should be visible.
Day 3: Trek to Wasama
Trek to Wasama through a beautiful landscape with stunning views.
Around 5-6 hours of trekking. Camping at Wasama.
Day 4: Trek to Gebre Gurracha
Trekking will take 6-7 hours.Camping at Gebre Gurracha.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Drive from Addis Ababa – Bale Mountains
Accommodations
Camping
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Bale Mountains National Park
You will drive from Addis to the Bale Mountains National Park. You will arrive at the park headquarters in the afternoon and experience a game drive activity in time for a leisurely afternoon hike, possibly spotting two endemic mammals that frequent the area: Menelik’s bushbuck and the Mountain Nyala. Birds in this area include the blue-winged Goose, the spot-breasted Lapwing, the Abyssinian long claw, the wattled Ibis, the black-headed Siskin, the Rouget’s rail, and numerous other species.
Trek to Sodota
Accommodations
Camping
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Bale Mountains National Park
You'll experience a game drive through Dinsho and enter the national park. Around Dinsho, the Mountain Nyala and Menelik’s Bushbuck should be visible. While trekking through the park, there will be a chance to see Ethiopian Wolves. You'll stop by Habera Waterfall for a nice break. Hiking will take 6-7 hours. Camping at Sodota. You'll trek to Wasama through a beautiful landscape with stunning views. You will pass through Mararo Valley where the Lammergeyer and Verreaux Eagles keep nests. There will also be a chance a see the Ethiopian Wolf and other species of birds. Around 5-6 hours of trekking. You'll be camping at Wasama.
Trek to Wasama
Accommodations
Camping
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Bale Mountains National Park
Trek to Wasama You'll experience a game drive activity and T]trek to Wasama through a beautiful landscape with stunning views. You will pass through Mararo Valley where the Lammergeyer and Verreaux Eagles keep nests. There will also be a chance to see the Ethiopian Wolf and other species of birds. You'll have around 5-6 hours of trekking. You'll be camping at Wasama.
Trek to Gebre Gurracha
Accommodations
Camping
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Bale Mountains National Park
You will start the day by hiking up Mt. Wasama (4200m) and then continue down into the Worgona Valley. Falcons, raptors, and possibly the Ethiopian wolf will be visible. You will end the day at Lake Gebre Gurracha, meaning “black lake” in the Oromo language. Your trekking will take 6-7 hours. You'll be camping at Gebre Gurracha.
Drive back to Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa
Drive back to Addis Ababa You will drive back to Addis Ababa. It will be the end of the tour.
What‘s Included
Tour guide
All entrance and Tax fees
Full camping equipment including tents, mattresses and sleeping bags for camping and trekking.
Transportation
Accommodation
Alcohol drinks for any age
Personal expenses
Pickup points
Bole Airport
Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Sowirad Hotel
Ring Road Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Tbd Ethiopian Skylight in Terminal
Bole Addis Ababa International Airport Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Foyat Hotel
Bole Brass Near British School Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Abat Coffee And Guest House
2221 Cameroon Street Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Orange River
Bole Homes Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Best Western Plus Pearl Addis
Cameroon Street BL 03 721 Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Bole Skygate Hotel
Bole Sub City Woreda 13 Addis Ababa Ethiopia
AM Guest House
Bole International Airport Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Yabem Guest House
Africa Avenue Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Options
5 Days Bale Mountains Trekking
Pickup included
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