Day 1: Arrival & Drive to Bale Mountains

  • Arrive at Bale Mountains National Park (from Addis Ababa, ~8–9 hours drive)
  • Scenic drive through Ethiopian countryside
  • Check-in at Sanetti Lodge / Goba Lodge / local guesthouse
  • Evening: Brief orientation about the park and trekking
  • Overnight in Bale Mountains

Day 2: Harenna Forest Trek

  • Breakfast at lodge
  • Drive to Harenna Forest – lush montane forest with endemic flora
  • Guided trek in the forest to spot Birds, Monkeys, and possibly Bushbucks
  • Picnic lunch during trek
  • Visit local villages for cultural interaction
  • Return to lodge, dinner, and overnight stay

Day 3: Sanetti Plateau & Mountain Trek

  • Early breakfast
  • Drive to Sanetti Plateau (3,500–4,000 m)
  • Trek in the high-altitude grasslands
  • Opportunity to see Ethiopian Wolves, Mountain Nyala, and other wildlife
  • Visit Soda Springs or other scenic viewpoints
  • Overnight camping on the plateau (or lodge if available)

Day 4: Dinsho & Bale Wildlife Exploration

  • Early morning wildlife spotting walk
  • Drive to Dinsho town – visit Bale Mountains National Park Headquarters
  • Optional: Short treks to see Lake Garba Guracha or Sof Omar-like caves in the park
  • Learn about conservation programs at the park
  • Return to lodge, dinner, and overnight

Day 5: Return to Addis Ababa

  • Breakfast at lodge
  • Optional: Short morning walk or photography session
  • Drive back to Addis Ababa
  • Evening arrival and end of tour