7 days trekking in Ethiopia's Bale Mountains
Overview
Embark on an awe-inspiring 7-day trekking expedition in Ethiopia’s captivating Bale Mountains. Join Dejene Ethiopia Tours for an immersive experience through diverse landscapes, endemic wildlife, and breathtaking vistas. Here’s a glimpse of your extraordinary journey:
Provided by Dejene Ethiopia Tours.
$2,800.00
Itinerary
Day 01: Addis Ababa - Bale Mountains National Park
Driving south from Addis will bring you to the Bale Mountains National Park. You’ll arrive at the park headquarters in time for a leisurely afternoon hike, and with the chance of spotting two endemic mammals that frequent the area: Menelik’s Bushbuck and the Mountain Nyala. Birds in the region include the Spot-Breasted Lapwing, the Black-Headed Siskin, the Abyssinian Long Claw, the Blue-Winged Goose, the Wattled Ibis, Rouget’s Rail, and a good many other species.Overnight Camping (B, L, D)
Day 02: Trekking Bale Mountains National Park
Start from Dinsho and trek to Adelay, along the pleasant Geysay Valley and the Web River, catching sight of the Web waterfall as you go along. During the hike, you’ll have a good chance of spotting the Mountain Nyala, Menelik’s Bushbuck, Bohor Reedbuck, and potentially even the Colobus Monkeys. The trek will take roughly 4 – 5 hours.
Day 03: Trekking Bale Mountains National Park
Enjoy trekking to Wasama through a captivating landscape full of astonishing views. Venture through the scenic Mararo Valley, where the Lammergeyer and Verreaux Eagles build their nests. There will also be an opportunity to spot other beautiful birds, as well as the Ethiopian Wolf. The complete trek will take about 7 – 8 hours. Overnight Camping (B, L, D)
Day 04: Trekking Bale Mountains National Park
The day starts with a hike up Mt. Wasama (4200m), from there we then continue down into the Worgona Valley. Falcons, birds of prey, and even the Ethiopian Wolf are commonly seen in the area. Complete the day’s adventure at Lake Gebre Guracha, meaning “black lake” in the Oromo language. The entire trek will take roughly 7 – 8 hours.Overnight Camping (B, L, D)
Day 05: Sanetti Plateau
A short trek from Gebre Guracha up to the Sanetti Plateau will bring you back to the vehicles. You then get to explore the Sanetti Plateau by car. The plateau is considered the best place in Ethiopia to see and admire the Ethiopian wolf. Overnight Hotel (B, L, D)
Day 06: Harenna Forest
The adventure continues after a morning drive to the Harenna Forest, which is located at the southern end of the park and encourages a unique diversity of vegetation. The Harenna Escarpment towers 2000m above the edge of the forest and presents a stunning view of the entire area. Drive to Goba to spend the night. Overnight Hotel (B, L, D)
Day 07: Bale Mountains National Park - Addis Ababa
A soothing ride will bring you back to Addis, with a few stops at the Rift Valley Lakes along the way. In Addis, you get to relish a savory dinner at a traditional Ethiopian restaurant, which features dancers and musicians representing some of the nation’s numerous ethnic groups. You’ll then be brought to the airport for a late-night departure, or have additional hotel nights booked according to your request.
$2,800.00
