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Bale Mountains National Park
(Ethiopia)
The Bale Mountains National Park, which protects over 2,400 square kilometres of pristine plains, woodlands and bush land, is home to a multitude of unique flora and fauna species, as well as several endemic species of mammal; the Mountain Nyala, Semien fox and Ethiopian Wolfs among others. The park is dominated by Tullu Deemtu - the second highest peak in Ethiopia at 4,377 meter above sea level.
At lower altitude, the forest is home to different pig species, lion, leopards, spotted hyenas, African hunting dogs and many others. There are also 16 endemic bird species in the Bale Mountains National Park. The park has some of the most accessible walking areas in the country with a chance to see several endemic and common species up close.
Avoid the rainy season (from May to September), when weather in the mountain areas can be poor.
In and around Bale Mountains:
The Bale Mountains are excellent for hiking, birding and nature walks.
Other regions in Ethiopia
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The Bale Mountains National Park, which protects over 2,400 square kilometres of pristine plains, woodlands and bush land, is home to a multitude of unique flora and fauna species, as well as several endemic species of mammal.
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The Omo River Valley in south western Ethiopia is home to a number of tribes, living life much like they have for centuries.
The Simiens, which includes Ras Deshen is Ethiopia's highest mountain, are in the north-western corner of the country.
