2 Days Ethiopian Rift Valley Lakes Tour from Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

2 days (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Visit Ethiopia's Rift Valley, without the worry of logistics, with this private tour from Addis Ababa. 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.

Avoid the hassle of navigating unfamiliar roads
Travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle
Enjoy local encounters and discover a UNESCO-listed site
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

Tiya World Heritage Site

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Butajira

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Lake Ziway

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Melka Kunture

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Day 2

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

4 Stops

Fish Market at Awassa Lake

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Abidjatta-Shalla National Park

3 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Shashemene

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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