Addis Ababa: Mount Zuqualla and Monastery Day Trip
ID: GYG1009973-1562470
Category:
Country: Ethiopia
Duration:
09:00 hours
Description
Hike to the top of Mount Zuqualla from Addis Ababa on a day trip. Visit the 4th-century Zuqualla Monastery, enjoy a holy lake, and spot wildlife.
Begin your adventure with a drive south from Addis Ababa to Debre Zeit and then to the foot of the extinct volcano Mount Zuqualla.
Embark on a challenging 4-hour hike to the Zuqualla Monastery, founded in the 4th century and situated at the top of the mountain. Gain a height difference of about 900 meters as you make your way to the summit.
Once at the top, discover a lake surrounded by a beautiful forest, considered to be holy. Enjoy the wildlife, such as the Columbus monkeys and the endemic Menelik’s bushbuck, as well as birds, including the endemic Ethiopian oriole and Abyssinian woodpecker.
After taking in the breathtaking views and exploring the area, make your way back down the mountain and drive back to Addis Ababa.
Highlights
- Feel the thrill of hiking to the top of Mount Zuqualla, an extinct volcano
- Visit the 4th-century Zuqualla Monastery and learn about its history
- Enjoy the serene beauty of a holy lake surrounded by a lush forest
- Spot wildlife like Colobus monkeys and the endemic Menelik’s bushbuck
- Savor a delicious Ethiopian lunch and coffee to fuel your adventure
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The hike involves a height difference of about 900 m
The hike takes about 4 hours
Be in good physical condition to do this hike
INCLUDED
- Car with Professional driver
- English Speaking Professional guide
- Entrance Fee
- Bottle of water
- Ethiopian coffee
- Lunch Ethiopian Food
- Dinner
NOT INCLUDED
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
When should I book?
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.
Cancellations
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.
