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French4-Day Bale Mountain Safari Tour
Offered by - Ethio Top Land Tours
Tour Features
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.
| Budget tour | This budget tour includes camping and tented camps. |
| Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Private tour | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| Minimum age required | The minimum age for this tour is 5 years. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Normal 4x4, Walking. |
Route & Activities
Ethiopia
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| 1-2 | Rendez Vous Hotel No images available | Breakfast Included |
| 3 | Rwenzori View Guest House No images available | Breakfast Included |
| 4 | Budget Accommodation No images available | No meals selected |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1 - Fly 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.
Main Destination: Bale Mountains National Park
Accommodation: Rendez Vous Hotel
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast Included
- Day 2 - 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: Overnight Rendez Vous Hotel
Main Destination: Bale Mountains National Park
Accommodation: Rendez Vous Hotel
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast Included
- Day 3 - 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. Overnight stay: Overnight Rendez Vous Hotel
Main Destination: Bale Mountains National Park
Accommodation: Rwenzori View Guest House
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast Included
- Day 4 - Back to Goba and Fly 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.
Main Destination: Addis Ababa
Meals & Drinks: No meals selected
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
Rates Per Person
Nov 13, 2025 - Nov 13, 2026
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
Getting There
Ethiopia, situated in the famous Horn of Africa, is known as both the Land of Origins and the Land of a Thousand Smiles. Most of the visitors arrive at the Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa. Usually, the Safari operator picks you up at the airport and takes care of any travel arrangements from there. If you are already in the region it’s possible to get in by land from Sudan, Kenya and Djibouti. It is best to stay away from the borders of South Sudan and Somalia. Drive-around tours are also available (especially in southern Ethiopia). Even when flying around, covering some distances by car can be very rewarding as you'll see some of the Ethiopian countrysides.
This tour starts in Addis Ababa and ends in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- Visitors can be obtain there Visas in advance from Ethiopian embassies or high commissions.
- You can also apply through the online visa-application portal, the official website of the Ethiopian Department for Immigration and Nationality Affairs.
- For certain countries, A tourist visa can also be issued on arrival at Bole International Airport.
- When arriving from a country in Africa or the Americas where yellow fever is present, a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
Getting There
Ethiopia, situated in the famous Horn of Africa, is known as both the Land of Origins and the Land of a Thousand Smiles. Most of the visitors arrive at the Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa. Usually, the Safari operator picks you up at the airport and takes care of any travel arrangements from there. If you are already in the region it’s possible to get in by land from Sudan, Kenya and Djibouti. It is best to stay away from the borders of South Sudan and Somalia. Drive-around tours are also available (especially in southern Ethiopia). Even when flying around, covering some distances by car can be very rewarding as you'll see some of the Ethiopian countrysides.
This tour starts in Addis Ababa and ends in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- Visitors can be obtain there Visas in advance from Ethiopian embassies or high commissions.
- You can also apply through the online visa-application portal, the official website of the Ethiopian Department for Immigration and Nationality Affairs.
- For certain countries, A tourist visa can also be issued on arrival at Bole International Airport.
- When arriving from a country in Africa or the Americas where yellow fever is present, a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
Offered By
Ethio Top Land Tours
Ethiopia
Ethio Top Land Tour, we are passionate about showcasing the unparalleled beauty, history, and culture of Ethiopia. Our mission is to create unforgettable travel experiences by combining personalized itineraries with authentic local insights.
From the majestic Simien Mountains to the ancient churches of Lalibela and the vibrant tribes of the Omo Valley, we guide you through Ethiopia’s most iconic destinations and hidden gems. With a strong commitment to eco-friendly tourism, we aim to preserve the country’s natural and cultural heritage while supporting local communities.
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