3-Day Trekking Ethiopian Wolf in Bale Mountains Safari
Overview
Tour Overview
Ethiopia Safari: You'll explore the wild beauty of Bale Mountains National Park on this immersive 3-day adventure. You'll trek through Afro-alpine moorlands, ancient
Day by Day
Itinerary
Dinsho to Sanetti Plateau – Highland Forests & Wildlife
Day 1Dinsho to Sanetti Plateau – Highland Forests & Wildlife Dinsho to Sanetti Plateau – Highland Forests & Wildlife You'll fly from Addis Ababa to Goba. You'll begin your adventure with a scenic drive from Robe or Goba town toward Dinsho, the headquarters of Bale Mountains National Park. Upon arrival at the park office, you’ll meet your local guide and scout (required). Your first walk will be around the Dinsho forest and Gaysay Valley, one of the best places in Ethiopia to see endemic mammals. Mountain nyala (found only in Bale), Menelik’s bushbuck, Bohor reedbuck, Warthogs, and possibly Ethiopian wolves in the distance, birdlife such as Abyssinian catbirds, blue-winged geese, and thick-billed ravens.. After lunch, you'll begin your ascent to the Sanetti Plateau (altitude ~4,000 meters), the largest Afro-alpine habitat in Africa. As you drive or walk across the plateau, keep your eyes peeled for the Ethiopian wolf, the world’s rarest canid, which is found only in Ethiopia, and in its largest numbers here. Other species you might see include: Overnight stay: Wabe Shebelle Hotel in Goba. 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'sBushbuck Occasional Guereza Monkey Occasional Show more Olive Baboon Occasional Bohor R
Trek to Harenna Forest – Wild Forests & Hidden Waterfalls
Day 2Trek to Harenna Forest – Wild Forests & Hidden Waterfalls Trek to Harenna Forest – Wild Forests & Hidden Waterfalls You'll start your morning with breakfast. Then, you'll descend from the plateau to the mystical Harenna Forest, one of the last remaining cloud forests in Ethiopia, located on the southern escarpment of the park. The forest is lush, humid, and home to a wide range of biodiversity. You'll trek through towering fig trees, bamboo groves, and moss-covered trunks, searching for: Colobus monkeys and baboons, Rare birds like the Abyssinian oriole, yellow-fronted parrots, and African crowned eagles, Endemic plants, mushrooms, and medicinal herbs, Unique insects and butterflies. Depending on your energy and interest, choose from: You'll enjoy a short hike to a hidden waterfall deep in the forest. A loop through the bamboo trail, known for its bird watching, and a cultural visit to a nearby Oromo village to learn about traditional forest use and honey production. You'll fly from Goba to Addis Ababa. Overnight stay: Hotel. Main Destination: Bale Mountains National Park Accommodation: Wabe Shebelle Hotel Goba Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Bale Mountains NP Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Sanetti Plateau Sunrise & Return Journey
Day 3Sanetti Plateau Sunrise & Return Journey Sanetti Plateau Sunrise & Return Journey For early risers, you'll return to the Sanetti Plateau for sunrise. The golden light transforms the alpine landscape into a surreal scene. With fewer vehicles, this is a great time to spot more Ethiopian wolves, foxes, and highland birds. If time permits, you'll visit Tullu Dimtu, the second-highest peak in Ethiopia. The view from the top is breathtaking rolling moorlands, vast skies, and glimpses of distant ranges. Optional light hiking around the peak area for final photos and fresh air. You'll transfer to Robe Airport for your domestic flight to Addis Ababa (usually 1 hour), or continue by road depending on your travel plan. End of tour. Main Destination: Addis Ababa (City) Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included) End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There Next: Offered By Best price guarantee Your request will be sent directl
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Included & Excluded
Included
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
- What is included in this tour
Not Included
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
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