Addis Ababa: Traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony Tour

Immerse yourself in Ethiopian culture with a traditional coffee ceremony. Learn about the history of coffee in Ethiopia, watch the beans being roasted, and enjoy three rounds of freshly brewed coffee.
Experience the essence of Ethiopia’s hospitality and culture in a short but immersive 3-hour Coffee Ceremony Tour. Witness and participate in one of the most cherished traditions of Ethiopia—the Bunna (Coffee) Ceremony.

Arrive at a local home or a cultural setup designed for the ceremony. Learn about the history of coffee in Ethiopia and its cultural significance, from the legend of Kaldi to its role in social gatherings.

Get a brief introduction to the tools and ingredients used in the ceremony, including the jebena (traditional coffee pot), green coffee beans, and incense. Watch as fresh, green coffee beans are carefully roasted over an open flame. The aroma fills the room, a crucial part of the ceremony’s sensory experience.

Participate by grinding the roasted beans using a traditional mukecha (mortar and pestle). Witness the brewing process in the jebena as water and ground coffee combine over a charcoal stove.

Enjoy three rounds of freshly brewed coffee, traditionally referred to as abol, tona, and bereka, symbolizing friendship and blessings. Engage in conversation with your hosts, learning about Ethiopian customs, family life, and the role of the coffee ceremony in fostering community ties.

Complement the coffee with traditional snacks such as dabo (bread), kolo (roasted barley or chickpeas), or popcorn. Participate in a closing prayer or blessing, often led by an elder, wishing goodwill and prosperity.

Take photos and purchase locally roasted coffee beans or handmade jebenas as souvenirs.

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.