Debre Libanos Monastery - One Day Tour

Overview of the tour in Addis Ababa

For those who are looking for a day trip, this package is a great option. This one day excursion takes you to one of the oldest and most remarkable monasteries of Ethiopia. This tour incorporates outstanding views of the famous Blue Nile Gorge, often compared with Arizona’s Grand Canyon and the ancient Portuguese bridge, The monastery complex which sits on a terrace between a cliff and the gorge of one of the tributaries of the Large Abbay River. Current buildings include the church over Tekle Haymanot’s tomb, which Emperor Haile Selassie ordered to be constructed in 1961, the Jemma River, and other attractions are also included in this program.

On arrival

We can pick you form your hotel or where you are in Addis Ababa

Things to note

Sightseeing
Debre Libanos Monastery
Abay Gorge
Portuguese Bridge
Birdlife
Drive to DebreLibanos (110km from Addis Ababa).
-Arrival. Visit the 13th century DebreLibanos monastery and the 17th century Portuguese Bridge.
Lunch at Ethio-Germany Lodge.
-Visit the surrounding Jemma Valley (for different Birds & mammals including the endemic mammal, Gelada Baboon)
and then continue visit to Blue Nile gorge.

Free Cancellation

Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.