Discover the Majestic Elephant Sanctuary Headquarters

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car, head towards Babile town from any location in the Harari Region. Follow the main road until you reach the coordinates 9.222209 latitude and 42.320961 longitude, which is the Elephant Sanctuary Headquarters. Upon entering Babile, look for signs that indicate the sanctuary or use a GPS device to navigate directly to the location known as '68CC+V9P, Babile'. Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel before setting off, as refueling options may be limited in rural areas.

• Public Transportation

  To reach the Elephant Sanctuary Headquarters by public transportation, take a minibus or bus from Harar to Babile. Buses frequently depart from the Harar bus station. Once you arrive in Babile, you can either hire a local taxi or use a motorbike taxi (bajaj) to reach the sanctuary. Make sure to tell the driver 'Elephant Sanctuary' and provide them with the coordinates or the address (68CC+V9P, Babile). The taxi fare should be negotiated beforehand, and expect to pay around 20-40 Ethiopian Birr depending on the distance.

• Walking

  If you are already in Babile and prefer to walk to the Elephant Sanctuary Headquarters, head southwest from the town center towards the coordinates 9.222209 latitude and 42.320961 longitude. It's approximately a 30-minute walk. Follow the main road and keep an eye out for signs indicating the sanctuary. It's advisable to ask locals for directions along the way to ensure you are heading in the right direction.