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A scenic drive to visit the Debre Libanos monastery, founded in the thirteenth century. Take a tour of the Debre Libanos church and take a short hike to the cave where St. Tekle Haymanot is said to have prayed for 29 years. See the amazing view of the Abay (Blue Nile) Gorge, see the rushing waterfalls, visit the Portuguese Bridge and see the Gelada baboons. - You will drive about 110 km to Debre Libanos. - You will start a tour of the church and the museum. - You will then take a short hike up to the cave church where St. Tekle Haymanot is said to have prayed for 29 years. - Then you will drive to a location where you will have an impressive view of the Abay (Blue Nile) Gorge and take a short hike down to the Portuguese Bridge, the waterfall, and the home of the Gelada baboons. -There is a restaurant near the bridge where you can have lunch . You will return to Addis in the late afternoon.

Escape From Addis - Day Trip To Debre Libanos And The Portuguese Bridge

1 day 8 hoursFree Cancellation

from US$150

Addis Ababa: Debre Libanos, Blue Nile Gorge, and Cave Tour

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Explore Ethiopia’s nature and culture on this guided excursion. After a airport pickup, visit one of the country’s oldest monasteries, Debre Libanos, and see its tombs, museum, and the nearby cave where its founding saint prayed. Head to the Blue Nile Gorge and admire amazing views while watching for Ethiopia’s endemic Gelada monkey. Enjoy a traditional coffee ceremony and a delicious dinner to finish your day of exploring.

Day Trip From Addis Ababa See Historical Monastery,Stunning Nature,Animals,Birds

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

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Drive through a spectacular mountain scenery and visit the beautiful medieval monastery founded in the 13th Century by Abuna Tekle Haimanot who reputedly stood 7 years on one leg praying; Portuguese bridge near Debre Libanos was erected by the Portuguese in the 16th century; it was actually built at the turn of the 19th century by Ethiopians, albeit in the old Portuguese style. The narrow span makes a pretty picture and the gushing (in the rainy season) cascade just below it is even more impressive with water falls Stop At: Portuguese Bridge, enjoy Water Fall, along with jemma River breathtaking views Jemma River into a large gorge beside Debre Libanos and Fiche. The Jemma joins the Wenchit before reaching the Abbay (Blue Nile) River. Jemma Valley and enjoy the surrounding area

1-Day Tour Old Bridge, Monastery,WaterFalls Wildlife,Birds,

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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Explore the beautiful crater lakes of Bishoftu a day tour from Addis Ababa. Visit Lake Bishoftu The best way to appreciate this scenic body of water is from the crater rim at one of the hotels, drink in hand. The view is sensational. According to local lore, this, the second-deepest lake in Ethiopia, is home to a sleeping devil. From time to time his evil gases kill the fish and send them bobbing to the surface to be scooped up by delighted waterbirds.

from Addis to Bisheftu Lake Side Boat Tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

from US$108

Menus full of unfamiliar ingredients can make it intimidating to try all of Ethiopia’s famous foods on your own. This guided tour is a great introduction to Ethiopia's thriving culinary scene and introduces you to vegetarian, beef, and fish dishes that you might otherwise skip over, plus fresh fruit juices, coffees, and beer. Plus, touring the Atlas neighborhood with a guide means you get a local perspective on the area’s foodie culture as you explore.

Taste of Ethiopia

4 hoursFree Cancellation

from US$103

This experience is unique because you will learn about the history and culture of Ethiopia. We will visit National museum of Ethiopia to learn about the history and culture of Ethiopia. We will also visit Holy Trinity cathedral and museum to see the relationship between Ethiopian kings and the Ethiopian Orthodox church. We will also have time to taste the cultural foods of Ethiopia at a cultural restaurant and we will have an immersive gastronmy experience of the cultural dishes. There is sight seeing on mount Entoto and time to experience the traditional dresses and souvenirs of Ethiopia.

"Discover Addis Ababa: An Exclusive Private Tour Experience"

6 hoursFree Cancellation

The Danakil Depression is in the Afar region of northern Ethiopia, is one of the hottest and lowest place on the planet. A searing hot, brutal desert landscape dotted with stunning geological formations, salt lakes, acid springs, volcanoes, salt canyon and salt flats. Danakil Depression (or Afar Depression) exhibits some uncommon wonders: lava that burns blue, bright yellow hot springs, and lakes of bubbling mud.

3 Days Danakil Depression Tours

3 daysFree Cancellation

from US$400

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