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4-Day Bale Mountain Trekking and Wild Life Tou is a 4 Days tour in Ethiopia , starting from USD 600. See the latest itinerary, inclusions, exclusions, and secure booking options below.

Duration
4 Days

Route
N/A

From
USD 600

Operator
Kitano Tours & Safaris

About 4-Day Bale Mountain Trekking and Wild Life Tou

Join us on an authentic 4-day journey through the breathtaking Bale Mountains, a region known for its stunning landscapes and rich biodiversity. Our Bale Mountains Hiking and Nature Tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the pristine beauty of Ethiopia's highlands, with hikes through lush forests, expansive plateaus, and around serene alpine lakes. You'll discover the region's endemic wildlife, including the elusive Ethiopian wolf, and visit local villages.

Duration: 4 Days
Route: N/A
From: USD 600

Overview

Itinerary

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Highlights for 4-Day Bale Mountain Trekking and Wild Life Tou

Day 1:Addis Ababa-Bale Goba
Day 2:Drive to Lake Geber-Guracha
Day 3:Explore Harena Forest
Day 4:Back to Goba and Fly to Addis Ababa

Itinerary overview

Day	Title
Day 01	Addis Ababa-Bale Goba
Day 02	Drive to Lake Geber-Guracha
Day 03	Explore Harena Forest
Day 04	Back to Goba and Fly to Addis Ababa

Day 01: Addis Ababa-Bale Goba

>> At 9:30 am, you'll depart Addis Ababa and arrive in Bale Goba at 10:35 am. You will be picked up to start your journey by our driver-guide and a local Bale Mountains specialist when you arrive. You'll drive to Bale Goba town for a coffee. You'll continue driving to Dinsho National Park for a short hike. The Mountain Nyala, Menelik's Bushbuck, and other endemic species are available. You will have a chance to see them. After the visit, you'll drive to Goba town for the night. Dinner will be served at the hotel. Overnight stay: Hotel.

Time: 8-10hrs
Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Accommodation: Goba Wabe Shebelle Hotel Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Bale Mountains NP

Day 02: Drive to Lake Geber-Guracha

>> After breakfast, you'll drive to the starting point for the hike to Lake Geber-Guracha, which will take approximately 4 hours. During the hike, there's a high chance of spotting the endemic Ethiopian wolf. You'll enjoy a picnic lunch with breathtaking views of the 3,900m-high lake, and visit local villages along the way. You'll continue driving to the Sanetti Plateau, with elevations ranging from 3,700m to 4,100m, making it the highest road in Africa. You'll hike around the second-highest peak in Ethiopia, Tullu Demtu (4,377m), before driving on to Harena Forest. On this day, you'll see the second-highest mountain in Ethiopia, Tullu Demtu, along with endemic wildlife like the Ethiopian wolf and various bird species. Expect about 3 hours of driving today. You'll have dinner at the lodge. Overnight stay: Lodge Day.

Time: 8-10hrs
Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Accommodation: Bale Mountain Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Bale Mountains NP

Day 03: Explore Harena Forest

>> After breakfast, you will embark on a beautiful 3-hour hike through Harena Forest. After the hike, you will return to the lodge for a lunch break. In the afternoon, you'll take a shorter hike to visit the stunning Bale Waterfalls. You'll have dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge.

Time: 8-10hrs
Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Accommodation: Bale Mountain Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Bale Mountains NP

Day 04: Back to Goba and Fly to Addis Ababa

>> Back to Addis Ababa;
After breakfast, you will enjoy a short hike. Afterwards, you will drive to Bale Goba Airport (approximately a 3-hour drive). You will depart for Addis Ababa at 3:30, arriving at 4:25 pm. This marks the end of your adventure.

Time: 8-10hrs
Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Accommodation: Back to Addis Ababa; After breakfast, you will enjoy a short hike. Afterwards, you will drive to Bale Goba Airport (approximately a 3-hour drive). You will depart for Addis Ababa at 3:30, arriving at 4:25 pm. This marks the end of your adventure.