Day Trip; Addis Ababa to Debre Libanos & Portuguese Bridge
ID: GYG752806-1217949
Category:
Country: Ethiopia
Duration:
06:30 hours
Description
Get out of the city for a day of visiting natural and cultural attractions with this tour from Addis Ababa. You'll visit the Debre Libanos Monastery, Jemma River and the Portuguese Bridge.
Debre Libanos Monastery Day Trip
Hotel Pickup
Start your day with a hotel pickup in Addis Ababa at 2:30 am. Your private driver will provide a comfortable and efficient transfer to your first destination.
Arrive at Debre Libanos Monastery
Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by the stunning 13th-century monastery, perched on the edge of the Jemma River Gorge. Spend time exploring the monastery's historic church, admiring the intricate murals and learning about its significance in Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity.
Visit Tekla Haimanot's Cave
Visit the cave of Tekla Haimanot, the monastery's founder. This is where he is said to have done his daily prayers, and the source of the monastery's famed holy water.
Explore the Monastery Museum
Step inside the monastery's fascinating museum, which displays a variety of artifacts, including Italian guns, cooking pots, crowns of past emperors, and traditional musical instruments.
Visit the Portuguese Bridge
Continue your journey to the 17th-century Portuguese Bridge, which spans the Jemma River Gorge. Marvel at the impressive engineering and take in the breathtaking views.
Birdwatching and Wildlife Viewing
Explore the area around the monastery and bridge, keeping an eye out for the diverse birdlife and the endemic gelada baboons that inhabit the region.
Lunch at a Local Restaurant
Enjoy a delicious lunch at a nearby restaurant, sampling traditional Ethiopian cuisine and taking in the stunning mountain scenery.
Depart for Addis Ababa
Begin your return journey to Addis Ababa, arriving back at your hotel in the late afternoon.
Highlights
- Immerse your self with the nature and history of Debrelibanos monestry church
- Marvel at the magnificent interior of the Debrelibanos monestry church
- Enjoy the views from top of Portuguese Bridge. More than 500 years old bridge.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
# Woman's bring white scarf (Netela) to cover their hair
# Comfortable walking shoes
# Hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses
# Light jacket or sweater (the monastery can be cool)
# Camera to capture the stunning scenery
# Small bills for any additional purchases or tips
INCLUDED
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Fuel surcharge
- Guide at the sites
- Driver Allowance
- Bottled water
- All Entrance Fees
- Entry/Admission - Debre Libanos
- Entry/Admission - Portuguese Bridge
NOT INCLUDED
- All not Mentioned on The Inclusion
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.
