Addis Ababa: 2-Day Wenchi Crater Lake Tour with Boat Ride

Explore Wenchi Crater Lake on a 2-day tour from Addis Ababa. Hike or ride to the lake, enjoy a boat ride to Cherkos Monastery, and stay overnight at a local lodge.
Day 1: Departure from Addis Ababa → Wenchi Crater Exploration

Morning:
• 7:00 AM – Depart from Addis Ababa.
• 10:30 AM – Arrive at Wenchi Crater Lake entrance.
• Tea/snack break and register at the tourist office.
• 11:00 AM – Start a guided hike or horseback ride down to the lake (about 1.5 to 2 hours walk).
• Pass through scenic viewpoints.
• Visit local villages and farmlands on the way.

Afternoon:
• 1:00 PM – Enjoy a traditional lunch in a local hut or a pre-packed picnic near the lake.
• 2:00 PM – Boat ride on the crater lake, visiting the Cherkos Monastery (on the island, accessible only by boat).
• 3:30 PM – Continue hiking or riding back up to the crater rim.
• 5:30 PM – Check into a local eco-lodge or guesthouse (e.g., Wenchi Eco-Lodge).
• 7:00 PM – Dinner at the lodge (traditional Ethiopian cuisine).
• Overnight stay at Wenchi.

Day 2: Sunrise View & Return to Addis Ababa

Morning:
• 6:30 AM – Optional: Short walk or drive to a sunrise viewpoint over the crater.
• 7:30 AM – Traditional breakfast at the lodge.
• 8:30 AM – Leisure time: interact with locals, short nature walks, or buy local honey/handicrafts.

Midday:
• 11:00 AM – Check out and start the return journey.
• 1:30 PM – Stop for lunch en route (e.g., in Ambo town).
• 4:00 PM – Arrive in Addis Ababa.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.