Embark on a captivating day tour from Addis Ababa to Holy Mount Zuqualla and the enchanting crater lakes of Debre Zeit. Explore the sacred Zuqualla Abo Monastery and immerse yourself in the stunning flora, fauna, and birdlife of the crater lakes. Book now!
Embark on a captivating day tour from Addis Ababa to Holy Mount Zuqualla and the enchanting crater lakes of Debre Zeit. Explore the sacred Zuqualla Abo Monastery and immerse yourself in the stunning flora, fauna, and birdlife of the crater lakes. Book now!
- Mount Zuqualla - In the early morning, the journey begins by driving south from Addis Ababa to Debre Zeit, reaching the base of the dormant volcano, Mount Zuqualla. To explore the Zuqualla Monastery, established in the 4th century and located atop the mountain, a hike of approximately 4 hours is required, with an elevation gain of about 900…
- Mount Zuqualla - In the early morning, the journey begins by driving south from Addis Ababa to Debre Zeit, reaching the base of the dormant volcano, Mount Zuqualla. To explore the Zuqualla Monastery, established in the 4th century and located atop the mountain, a hike of approximately 4 hours is required, with an elevation gain of about 900 meters. It is recommended to be in good physical shape for this trek. At nearly 3,000 meters above sea level, the mountain’s summit features a lake encircled by a stunning forest, regarded as sacred. Visitors can delight in observing wildlife such as Colobus monkeys and the unique Menelik’s bushbuck, along with birds like the endemic Ethiopian oriole and Abyssinian woodpecker.
- Bishoftu - Lake Bishoftu, situated just south of the town center, is the most accessible to the rest of the town.
The lake can be reached via a steep cattle path and is a popular spot for both tourists and locals, especially during the warm summer months, where swimming is a common activity. Located one kilometer north of Bishoftu, Hora Lake is the largest of the five lakes and is frequently visited, with boats often seen on its waters.
Due to this, swimming far into its depths is not recommended, but there are several jetties along its shore offering boats and captains for hire.
- Lunch included
- Guided by a professional Blue Badge guide
- Complimentary bottled water
- Comfortable travel with in-vehicle air conditioning
- Refreshments with tea and coffee
- Entrance fees covered
- All government taxes included
- Lunch included
- Guided by a professional Blue Badge guide
- Complimentary bottled water
- Comfortable travel with in-vehicle air conditioning
- Refreshments with tea and coffee
- Entrance fees covered
- All government taxes included
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Drive south from Addis to Mount Zuqualla to visit the Zuqualla Abo Monastery. Situated at the top of the mountain, the Crater Lake which is dormant is surrounded by beautiful woods and considered to be holy, then to crater lakes of Debre Zeit. There you will enjoy the lovely crater lakes of Hora, Bisheftu and other, these are best place for flora and…
Drive south from Addis to Mount Zuqualla to visit the Zuqualla Abo Monastery. Situated at the top of the mountain, the Crater Lake which is dormant is surrounded by beautiful woods and considered to be holy, then to crater lakes of Debre Zeit. There you will enjoy the lovely crater lakes of Hora, Bisheftu and other, these are best place for flora and fauna, birds’ life and spectacular scenery as you make walk around crater lakes, a number of lodge and resorts are available on the lakes shore.
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.
