Dodola Lodge - Shedem-Berbere Controlled Hunting Area

A community-run eco-lodge located in Dodola, serving as a popular base for multi-day horse trekking expeditions into the western parts of the Bale Mountains. It offers rustic, comfortable accommodation and an authentic cultural experience, directly supporting local communities through tourism.

Location
Shedem-Berbere Controlled Hunting Area, Bale Mountains & Southeast Highlands, Ethiopia, East Africa
Type
eco_lodge
Coordinates
6.990000, 39.200000
Price range
budget
Capacity
16 guests
Rooms
8
Dietary options
Local cuisine, can accommodate basic dietary needs
Child-friendly
Yes

PlnrScore: 25/100

Best Time to Visit Dodola Lodge

The best months to visit Dodola Lodge are January, February, December, based on temperature, rainfall, weather conditions, and wildlife viewing opportunities.

Month-by-Month Safari Conditions

  • January: Great, temperature 15.11°C, rainfall 31.2mm, sunshine 11 hrs, humidity 55.7%
  • February: Great, temperature 16.4°C, rainfall 15.8mm, sunshine 11.1 hrs, humidity 50.2%
  • March: Good, temperature 16.17°C, rainfall 128.1mm, sunshine 10.8 hrs, humidity 63.1%
  • April: Good, temperature 15.45°C, rainfall 277.6mm, sunshine 10.3 hrs, humidity 79.6%
  • May: Poor, temperature 15.16°C, rainfall 336.4mm, sunshine 11.1 hrs, humidity 87.7%
  • June: Poor, temperature 14.37°C, rainfall 185.6mm, sunshine 11.2 hrs, humidity 86.3%
  • July: Poor, temperature 13.58°C, rainfall 249.2mm, sunshine 8 hrs, humidity 89.2%
  • August: Poor, temperature 14.09°C, rainfall 252.5mm, sunshine 8.9 hrs, humidity 84.9%
  • September: Poor, temperature 14.56°C, rainfall 302.3mm, sunshine 10.5 hrs, humidity 81.9%
  • October: Poor, temperature 14.34°C, rainfall 286.5mm, sunshine 10.6 hrs, humidity 84.2%
  • November: Good, temperature 14.45°C, rainfall 55.4mm, sunshine 11.2 hrs, humidity 72.1%
  • December: Great, temperature 14.49°C, rainfall 10mm, sunshine 11.4 hrs, humidity 58.6%

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