Duration
5-Day
Bale Mountains National Park, Ethiopia
5-Day Trekking Tour to Bale Mountain
Overview
You'll trek in five distinct and unique habitats: the Northern Grasslands, Northern Woodlands, Afro-alpine Meadows (Sanetti Plateau), Erica Moorlands, and the Harenna Forest. 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.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Addis Ababa to Addis Ababa
Via Bale Mountains NP
Country & park
Ethiopia / Bale Mountains National Park
Style
Shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
1 years
Activities
Getting around: minivan & normal 4x4 vehicle
Accommodation
Budget camping Inside Bale Mountains NP – All Meals Included - Inside Bale Mountains NP – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$880 USD
$825 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$880 USD
$825 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 1 year and older. Children under 9 are free.
Quote flow
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If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
Ethiopia
Start
Addis Ababa (Day 1)
Day 1-4
Bale Mountains NP
End
Addis Ababa (Day 5)
Tour Features
Budget camping
This is a budget camping tour.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 20 people per group.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour.
1
Minimum age of 1 year
The minimum age for this tour is 1 year.
Activities & Transportation
Getting around: minivan & normal 4x4 vehicle
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-4
Budget camping Inside Bale Mountains NP – All Meals Included
Inside Bale Mountains NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
End of tour
(No accommodation)
All Meals Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Addis Ababa - Bale Mountains National Park
In the morning, you'll depart, driving from Addis to the Bale Mountains National Park. You'll arrive at the park headquarters in the afternoon. You'll meet with guides and drive to the Gaysey Grasslands. You can take 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. Inside Bale Mountains NP All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Bale Mountains National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Bale Mountains NP Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 2
To Finch Habera Campsite
You'll walk 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. Trekking time: 5 hours. Overnight Camping Finch Habera. Inside Bale Mountains NP All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Bale Mountains National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Bale Mountains NP Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 3
Wasama Campsite
You'll trek to Wasama through a beautiful landscape with stunning views. Pass through Mararo Valley, where the Lammergeyer and Verraux Eagles keep nests. At this point in the trek, you will begin to look for the Ethiopian Wolf, the rarest canid in the world and Africa’s most threatened carnivore. Ethiopian Wolves live in packs of between 2 and 18 animals but are solo hunters, surviving primarily on a diet of rodents. Trekking time: 8 hours. Overnight Camping Wasama. Inside Bale Mountains NP All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Bale Mountains National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Bale Mountains NP Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 4
Gebre Guracha Campsite
You'll 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'll end the day at Lake Gebre Gurracha, meaning “black lake” in the Oromic language. Trekking time: 8 hours. Overnight Camping Gebre Guracha. Inside Bale Mountains NP All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Bale Mountains National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Bale Mountains NP Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 5
Bale Mountains National Park - Addis Ababa
You'll take a short trek from Gebre Gurracha up to the Sennati Plateau to meet vehicles. You'll return to Addis Ababa. You'll enjoy dinner at a traditional Ethiopian restaurant featuring dancers and musicians representing some of the country's many ethnic groups. You'll transfer to the airport for a late-night departure or additional hotel night booked upon request. Trekking time: 2 hours. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: No major destination visited Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
Camping equipment
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Sleeping bag
Bath towels
Excluded
Porterage
Rescue fee
Climbing gear
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Addis Ababa
Book your own international flights when using this operator
Fly to/from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD - Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Dan Lalibela Tours
5.0 operator rating
45 reviews
We are a private eco- minded Tour and Travel company, promoting tourism and Travel in Ethiopia, managed by experienced Ethiopians. We offer programmed and tailor-made package tours, At the historical route Lalibela, Axum, Bahir Dar, and Gondar - southern ethnic and Nature tours, Omo valley tours, bird watching, the Danakil desert tour including Dallo, Erta Ale - Trekking to semien mountain National park - Airport Transfer, hotel and lodge booking.
Office In
Ethiopia
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2017)
Member Of
Tripadvisor, Viator, Bokun, GetYourGudie, Civitatis & Private Guide World
Tour Types
Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
Ethiopia
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Excellent guide
Excellent tour guide!! Highly recommend to anyone traveling to Ethiopia to book some day tours with him. He is very knowledgeable with the history of Ethiopia and has a great rapport with the local museums and restaurants. When I return I'll definitely be booking a Lalibela tour.
Tabitha Garcia · United States
Knowledgeable, friendly and professional
Dan is a great guide, friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and professional. He organised a 10 day tour of Ethiopia for us. Arranging internal flights, hotels, driver's and other guides for us and he didn't want any money in advance, we just paid him cash on arrival which we thought was very trusting as we could have changed our mind leaving him out of pocket. We really enjoyed our tour he arranged and thought it was great value for money. Definitely recommend him.
David · United Kingdom
Magical Ethiopia 🇪🇹
Dan was an excellent guide. He can book and organise tours all over Ethiopia. He is based in Lalibela which is his speciality. We enjoyed the difference landscapes of the Dankil Depression and church in the sky in the Tigray region. All safe. Or tour finished by a sightseeing tour of Addis Abbas. Don't hesitate. Book with Dan
Paul from York · United Kingdom
Absolutely knowledgeable, highly entertaining
Communication with Daniel was excellent, his enthusiasm for Lalibela churches made him a fantastic guide - perfect day trip and great value for your money!
Janos · Hungary
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 1 year and older. Children under 9 are free.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request changes to this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Budget camping Inside Bale Mountains NP – All Meals Included - Inside Bale Mountains NP – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Addis Ababa
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Dan Lalibela Tours, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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