7-Day Trek And Wolf-Spotting In The Bale Mountains Of Ethiopia From Goba Town
Highlights
Bale Mountains National Park, Addis Ababa
bird, nature, trekking
Group Tour
7 Days
Medium
English
Description
Embark on this 7-day tour and discover Ethiopia's fantastic wolves and wildlife on this Bale mountain tour! On this incredible Ethiopia wildlife tour, we will walk across the Sanetti Plateau in the Bale Mountains, the highest plateau on the continent, viewing its beautiful and exotic wildlife, including Mountain Nyala. Then, meet the nomadic herders grazing their flocks on the plateau and learn about their culture. Wrap up your tour as you traverse this region of immense landscapes and breathtaking natural beauty.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival to Bale Mountains
- Arrive at the park headquarters, meet your guide and discuss the plan.
- In time for a leisurely afternoon hike, possibly spotting two endemic mammals frequently seen in 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.
2 hours walk
Overnight Camping. 3000masl.
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Day 2: Trek to Adelay
- On this day, you will start the hike from Dinsho to the woodland part of the national park.
- You will have a chance to spot endemic birds and mammals of Ethiopia. Admire the stunning natural beauty of the Bale Mountains.
5-6 hours walk 18 km
Overnight camping. 3,400 masl.
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Day 3: Trek to Sodota
- Start hiking from Adelay and enter the national park. While trekking through the park, you will have a chance to see the rarest canid, the Ethiopian Wolf, Rock Hyrax, Giant Mole Rat, and most birds of prey.
- Stop by Habera waterfall for a nice break, then head to Sodota campsite.
6-7 hours walk 20km
Overnight 3,500masl.
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Day 4: Trek to Wasema
- Trek to Wasema through a beautiful landscape with stunning views.
- Pass through Mararo Valley, where the lammergeyer and Verraux Eagles keep nests. There will also be a chance to spot the Ethiopian Wolf and other species of birds.
5-6 hours walk 18 km
Overnight Camping 3,900masl.
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Day 5: Trek to Rafu
- Today, you will be walking through a beautiful landscape. Near Rafu, enjoy a panoramic view of Rafu Rock pillars caused by volcanic lava flow.
5-6 hours walk 18 km
Overnight Camping 4,000masl.
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Day 6: Trek to Sannetti
- The morning after breakfast, start the hike and pass through the second highest point of Ethiopia, called Tulu Demtu (4377m asl), which will be windy as it covers all weather of Africa because it elevates over 4000 m asl—a chance to see the Starcks Hare, Endemic Gaint mole-rat, water birds, etc.
- Finally, meet the vehicle and drive back to Goba Town Overnight.
Overnight Hotel.
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Day 7: Transfer to Airport for your flight to Addis
- After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Addis.
What's Included
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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