Discover one of Africa’s premier birdwatching and trekking destinations in the Bale Mountains. Explore alpine plateaus, dense forests, and rift valley lakes while encountering Ethiopia’s endemic birds and wildlife.
The Bale Mountains Birdwatching & Trekking Adventure is a comprehensive journey through one of Ethiopia’s most biodiverse regions. Recently ranked among Africa’s top birding destinations, the Bale Mountains are home to over 300 bird species, including many Ethiopian endemics found nowhere else on Earth.
This itinerary combines birdwatching, trekking, wildlife encounters, and cultural exploration. From the Rift Valley lakes of Awassa and Langano to the high-altitude Sanetti Plateau and the lush Harenna Forest, each day introduces a new ecosystem. Along the way, you may encounter Ethiopian wolves, giant forest hogs, hippos, monkeys, and a remarkable variety of birdlife.
Highlights
- Birdwatching in one of Africa’s top birding regions
- Explore Bale Mountains National Park
- Visit Sanetti Plateau (4,000m) and spot Ethiopian wolves
- Trek through alpine meadows, valleys, and waterfalls
- Discover Harenna Forest, one of Ethiopia’s last cloud forests
- Rift Valley lakes rich in birdlife and wildlife
- Cultural experiences in Addis Ababa and local towns
