Excursion to Debre Libanos Monastery

5.0 (1 reviews) Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Duration10h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

Our tour Package is unique because our travelers will experience a combination of a religious, nature and wildlife visiting with a little hiking experience with a breathtaking view of a canyon at the bridge.

What's included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Coffee and/or Tea

What to expect

  1. Debre Libanos Orthodox Church
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Drive 110 kms north from Addis over the Entoto Mountains passing through the Sululta Plains to the Monastery of Debre Libanos founded in the 13th century by Abune Tekle Haymanot. Then, continue to Debre Libanos monastery; Tour the historic churches and visit the attached museum, the Monastery owns ecclesiastical, cultural and historical relics, and boasts a rare grove of trees that have disappeared from elsewhere in the region.
  2. Portuguese Bridge
    4h · Admission ticket included
    After visiting Debre Libanos monastery and the museum drive to Ras Darge’s Bridge, Lunch at Ethio-Germany Lodge also known as the Portuguese Bridge—a historical bridge popular for its views of the surrounding valley. Overlooking Jema River Gorge, a tributary of the Blue Nile. Here you may see gelada monkeys—a unique grass eating primate found only in Ethiopia. In the late afternoon drive back to Addis Ababa.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

at the parking lot

End point

at the parking lot

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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