Addis Ababa: Debre Libanos Monastery and Jemma River Day …
ID: GYG848797-1341556
Category:
Country: Ethiopia
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
walk down to debrelibanos, the 17th century Portuguese Bridge waterfall.
Expected to see a variety of birds and endemic mammals,Galada baboons. 17th-century Portuguese Bridge, see the Galada baboons,
Discover the Debrelibanos Monastery, a significant monastic center for Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity, on a guided day trip from Addis Ababa. See the Jemma River Gorge, the Portuguese Bridge, and the Entoto Mountains.
Start your day with a pickup from your hotel in Addis Ababa and head to the Debrelibanos Monastery, 100 kilometers away. Founded by the 13th-century mystic St. Teklehaimanot, the monastery is an important site for Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity.
After visiting the monastery, stop at the Jemma River, one of the tributaries of the Nile. Walk down to the 17th-century Portuguese Bridge and admire the views of the surrounding valley and the waterfall. Keep an eye out for the variety of birds and endemic mammals that live in the area, including the Galada baboons.
Leave the gorge and drive through the Ethiopian rural village with grass-roof houses and lush mountain countryside back to Addis Ababa. On the way, stop at a restaurant with views of the Jemma River Gorge to enjoy lunch. Finally, head into the Entoto Mountains and admire the views and snap some photos before being dropped off back at your hotel.
Highlights
- Visit the Debre Libanos Monastery, a significant center for Ethiopian Christianity
- Admire the views of the Jemma River Gorge and the 17th-century Portuguese Bridge
- See the Galada baboons and a variety of birds and endemic mammals in the area
- Enjoy a delicious lunch at a restaurant with views of the Jemma River Gorge
- Explore the Ethiopian countryside and rural villages with grass-roofed houses
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved
Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun
Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated
Be prepared for cooler temperatures in the mountains, bring a jacket or warm clothing
Photography is allowed, so bring your camera to capture the beautiful scenery
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.
