Discover Ethiopia’s history, wildlife, and culture on a day trip from Addis Ababa to Blue Nile Gorge & Debre Libanose Monastery. Experience rare wildlife, local life, and stunning landscapes.
Discover Ethiopia’s history, wildlife, and culture on a day trip from Addis Ababa to Blue Nile Gorge & Debre Libanose Monastery. Experience rare wildlife, local life, and stunning landscapes.
- Portuguese Bridge - The Portuguese bridge near Debre Libanos, originally thought to be built by the Portuguese in the 16th century, was actually constructed by Ethiopians at the turn of the 19th century in the traditional Portuguese style. The narrow span creates a picturesque scene, and the waterfall beneath it, especially during the rainy…
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Portuguese Bridge - The Portuguese bridge near Debre Libanos, originally thought to be built by the Portuguese in the 16th century, was actually constructed by Ethiopians at the turn of the 19th century in the traditional Portuguese style. The narrow span creates a picturesque scene, and the waterfall beneath it, especially during the rainy season, is truly remarkable.
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Debre Libanos - This is one of Ethiopia’s ancient and historical monasteries, located northwest of Addis Ababa. According to tradition, the monastery was founded in the 13th century by Saint Tekle Haymanot, who meditated in a cave for 29 years. The monastery’s chief abbot, known as the Ichege, was the second most influential figure in the Ethiopian Church after the Abuna. The monastery complex is situated on a terrace between a cliff and the gorge of a tributary of the Abbay River. Although none of the original buildings of Debre Libanos remain, David Buxton believed “there are interesting things still to be found among the neighboring cliffs.” The current structures include the church over Tekle Haymanot’s tomb, commissioned by Emperor Haile Selassie in 1961; a slightly older Church of the Cross, where Buxton was informed a fragment of the True Cross is kept; and five religious schools. The cave where the saint resided is nearby, described by a travel guide as a five-minute walk away. This cave contains a spring, whose water is deemed holy and attracts pilgrims.
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Mount Entoto - Entoto is the highest peak in the Entoto Mountains, overlooking Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, and reaches 3,200 meters above sea level. The mountain is densely forested with eucalyptus trees, imported from Australia during Menelik II’s reign and mostly planted during Emperor Haile Selassie’s time. It is often called the “lung of Addis Ababa.” The forest provides a vital source of firewood for the city and was historically a source of building materials.
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Debre Libanos - Experience the daily life of Ethiopians in the local huts or grass houses in the countryside near Debre Libanos.
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Debre Libanos - Visit and immerse yourself in the lifestyle of the local tribe and sample traditional drinks.

- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All attraction fees are included
- Airport and departure taxes
- Tea and coffee
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All attraction fees are included
- Airport and departure taxes
- Tea and coffee
- Dinner
- Alcoholic beverages
- Dinner
- Alcoholic beverages
It is a unique because ;-
You will have a chance of learning about the history of Ethiopia
-You will have a chance of seeing the Ethiopian Endemic monkey called Chilada monkey ( one of the rare monkey in the world)
-You will have a chance of seeing some birds like the massive Lammergeier and some endemic birds only found in Ethiopia and specifically in…
It is a unique because ;-
You will have a chance of learning about the history of Ethiopia
-You will have a chance of seeing the Ethiopian Endemic monkey called Chilada monkey ( one of the rare monkey in the world)
-You will have a chance of seeing some birds like the massive Lammergeier and some endemic birds only found in Ethiopia and specifically in Debre Libanos
-You will have a chance of testing Ethiopian Foods and coffee with ceremony in spectacular views
-You will have a chance of hiking near to the George of Blue Nile & Jemma Valley.
-You will have a chance of visiting one of the oldest monastery of Ethiopia and its museums
-You will have a chance of experiencing the daily life local people in hut or grass houses of the countryside.
-You will have a chance of seeing the fabulous waterfalls at the Portuguese bridge(which is one of the oldest bridge in Ethiopia)
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Minimum age is 8
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.