Addis Ababa
Amharic (Native), English, French
11 hours
Private tour (only you and your group)
Up to 6 people

Debre Libanos Monastery

Day Trip

Drive north from Addis Ababa (about 100km) to the Debre Libanos Monastery. This monastery was founded in the 13th century by St. Tekle Haimanot, who, according to legend, prayed for 7 years straight standing on one leg until the other leg fell off. Nearby the monastery is the Portuguese Bridge, which was the first bridge in Ethiopia. Around this area, you will hopefully see some endemic gelada baboons. Short hikes are available in the area, with stunning views of the Jemma Valley.

Demeke G.

Meeting Point

At your hotel or at the airport

08:00 AM

At your hotel or at the airport

I'll pick you up at a designated meeting spot.

08:30 AM

Head for North of Addis Ababa

Drive north from Addis Ababa (about 100km) to the Debre Libanos Monastery.

The Debre Libanos Monastery.

This monastery was founded in the 13th century by St. Tekle Haimanot, who, according to legend, prayed for 7 years straight standing on one leg until the other leg fell off.

The Portuguese Bridge

Nearby the monastery is the Portuguese Bridge, which was the first bridge in Ethiopia. Around this area, you will hopefully see some endemic gelada baboons.

Enjoy short hikes

Short hikes are available in the area, with stunning views of the Jemma Valley.

07:00 PM

The end of the tour

I'll drop you off at your hotel in Addis Ababa.

Ending Point

At your hotel

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guide fee, Transportation ,hotel pick up , entrance fee and mineral water during the tour

What‘s not included

Food ,drinks ,tips and photography

Important Information

Since the tour will take place outside of Addis Ababa, it will be a full-day excursion. You will have a proper outfit, like hiking shoes and warm jackets.

Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
  • 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
  • No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
$199.99/ per person

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