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2 Days Ethiopian Rift Valley Lakes Tour from Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • 2 days (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Visit Ethiopia's Rift Valley with this private, guided tour from Addis Ababa. You'll spend time checking out the birdlife at Abiyatta Shalla Lakes National Park and pay a visit to the rock-hewn church of Adadi Mariam and the Tiya Steles archaeological site, with time left over to partake in a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony.
  • An English-speaking guide will lead the way
  • Travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle
  • An Ethiopian coffee ceremony is included
  • Private tour for a flexible, personal experience

What's Included

  • Comfortable insured private Toyota Corolla (1 or 2 people) or Minivan with AC and seat belts
  • Professional and experienced English speaking tour guide
  • Bottled water in the vehicle
  • Local family visits, Cultural Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony, onsite tour guides, and park scouts
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Entrance (admission) fees to places of visits
  • Accommodations
  • Meals
  • And, any expense which are not mentioned in the "Included" list above

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Any hotel/lodge in Addis Ababa OR ADDIS ABABA BOLE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Itinerary

Day 1

Addis Ababa – Adadi Maryam - Tiya World Heritage Site – Lake Ziway – Awassa

4 Stops

1

Tiya World Heritage Site

1 hour Admission Ticket Not Included

2

Butajira

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

3

Lake Ziway

1 hour Admission Ticket Included

4

Melka Kunture

40 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Day 2

Awassa Lake – Abidjatta Shalla Lakes National Park – Lake Ziway – Addis Ababa

4 Stops

1

Fish Market at Awassa Lake

2 hours Admission Ticket Included

2

Abidjatta-Shalla National Park

3 hours Admission Ticket Not Included

3

Shashemene

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

4

Bishoftu

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • June to Mid September is the rainy season where the tour runs. Please be prepared accordingly.
  • When visiting the rock church of Adadi Mariam, women are expected to be fully dressed and cover hairs.
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • We can help visitors book accommodations, if needed. Please contact us!
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

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From $845.39

per group (up to 6)

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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