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Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
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Overview
The renowned mystic Saint Teclehaimanot founded the monastery at Debre Libanos, a significant center for Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity. There's a small cave near the recently constructed church where he is said to have stood for seven years on one leg until the other wasted away and fell off.
Upon reaching Debre Libanos, our first destination will be the Jemma Gorge. One of the Nile's tributaries, the Jemma River descends to a valley that is almost a thousand meters below the surface. We may anticipate to observe the Black-headed woodland Oriole, the Red-billed Starling, the White-billed Starling, and the Banded Barbet here in the gorge as well as in the surrounding woodland.
What's included
Private transportation
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
pick up and drop off
water
the service of local guide
What to expect
Debre Libanos
2h
Debre Libanos is an important monastic center for Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity. The monastery there was founded by the renowned 13th-century mystic, Saint Teclehaimanot, and there is a small cave near the church (which is of recent construction) where he is said to have stood for seven years on one leg, until the other was wasted away and dropped off.
On this tour, visitors can combine history and culture with some good bird watching. As we pass through the Sululta Plain, we can visit the Oromo people's roundhouse to experience the local life.
Also, you will see birds like black-winged plovers, wattled ibis, blue-winged geese, common cranes, and wheat ears.
Portuguese Bridge
3h · Admission ticket included
The Jemma River is one of the Nile's tributaries, and the valley below has a drop of nearly 1000 meters. Here at the gorge (and in the forest around the church), we can expect to see the Banded Barbet, the Black-headed Forest Oriole, the White-billed Starling, the Red-billed Starling, the White-winged Cliff Chat, the White-backed Black Tit, the White-cheeked Turaco, and Hemprich’s Hornbill. We will also see one of Ethiopia’s endemic mammals, the Gelada, or bleeding heart baboon. (In the gorge, we will see a variety of vultures: Lamergeyer’s, Ruppell's, and Lappet-faced vultures.)
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Our guide will have the sign of Liyu Ethiopia Tour and Travel
End point
Our guide will have the sign of Liyu Ethiopia Tour and Travel
Pickup details
we will pick you up from your place any part of the city in addis ababa.
Additional information
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
The destination is 100 km from the capital and there will be 3 hours round trip
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
