Bale Mountains National Park attracts tourists with its beauty and unique nature
A sharp increase in tourist numbers and related income has been recorded at Bale Mountains National Park in Ethiopia following infrastructure upgrades and the recognition of this corner of African nature as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This was reported by ENA, a partner of TV BRICS.
Bale Mountains National Park covers more than 2,000 square kilometres, serving as a vital refuge for birds and animals. It remains the only habitat for several endangered species, such as the mountain nyala, the Ethiopian wolf, the Bale monkey (vervet), and other unique representatives of the fauna.
According to the official data, 3,690 tourists visited the park in the first quarter of the current financial year, 45 per cent of whom were foreigners. Tourist arrivals increased by 17 per cent compared with the same period last year. A representative of the park administration also emphasised that the rise in tourist numbers leads to higher income not only for the park but also for local residents and organisations.
The Ecotourism Development Association notes that local residents rent mules to tourists and offer porter services. Income from ecotourism gives them a sense of involvement, motivating them to protect the park and care for nature.
Bale Mountains National Park was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in September 2023.
Photo: Artush / iStock
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