ETHIOPIA
Ethiopia's standouts.
The 10 most popular 1-day tours in Ethiopia. What each one actually involves, who guides it, and what it costs.
Addis Ababa day trip to Debre Libanos and Portuguese Bridge, with Blue Nile Gorge views, gelada monkeys, birds, coffee, and lunch.
“Monastery was nice, beautiful country and views, seeing monkeys and hike to Portuguese bridge and waterfalls. Guide and driver excellent and knowledgeable and made the trip memorable. Highly recommend”
A $81 day trip from Addis Ababa to Debre Libanos monastery, the 16th-century Portuguese Bridge, and a chance to spot Gelada monkeys.
“Great day tour from Addis! Abe was a great tour guide—extremely knowledgeable about early human history and Ethiopian religious history. We learned so much!”
Tour Ethiopia’s Debre Libanos monastery and the Portuguese Bridge, plus gorge birding, with all entry fees and air-con transport.
“Despite the the fact that the way we left the city and met other members of our trip was a little bit sophisticated, I really enjoyed the tour. The panoramas, view points, dinner, baboons (!!!!!)... It was really exciting! We also had a traditional coffee stop) The best way to spend a day in Addis…”
See Debre Libanos monastery, Portuguese Bridge, and Blue Nile Gorge with wildlife spotting and long countryside views from Addis Ababa.
“Excelente y recomendada experiencia, algo diferente al pasep de ciudad y metropolitana, valió absolutamente la pena , Es largo y cansador Pero lo vale”
Air-conditioned day trip from Addis to Melka Kunture fossils and Adadi Maryam’s rock-hewn church, small group, tickets included.
“The day trip was really amazing. The church is beautiful, particularly inside. really amazing artwork and stonework to create a very unique place. The archaeological site we were meant to visit was closed for maintenance, but the tour guidRead more”
A full-day trip from Addis Ababa to Wenchi Crater Lake for crater views, hot springs, waterfalls, farmland, and a boat ride for $109.
“Great day tour from Addis! Abe was a great tour guide—extremely knowledgeable about early human history and Ethiopian religious history. We learned so much!”
Private day trip from Bahir Dar to Lake Tana monasteries and Blue Nile Falls, with pickup, flexible timing, and fewer crowds.
“Mass, the guide, now friend is one of a kind. The places are mesmerising, got lucky to see a huge snake and birds blooming in color, geese with chicks, some traditional stuff I chose, (my request, nothing is forced upon you), met great pRead more”
A private 8-hour day trip in Lalibela to see rock-hewn churches like Bete Medhani Alem and Bete Mariam, with airport pickup and local guide.
“It was a amazing tour of one of the most beautiful historical and religious areas in the world The tour guide was knowledgeable about the history of the region”
A full-day drive from Addis to Debre Libanos, then the Blue Nile gorge viewpoints, Portuguese Bridge, waterfalls, and gelada baboons.
“This was a great experiance!”
Private day trip from Addis to Bishoftu crater lakes, birdwatching, and a boat ride on Lake Babogaya with lunch included.
“Very pleasant day away from the hustle and bustle of Addis and only a short drive. I only visited 2 lakes (was advertised as 3) but the 2 were very nice. The boat trip was very pleasant and charming. I was then back on the mini bus to the luncRead more”
