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Discover the breathtaking crater lakes of Bishoftu (Debre Zeit) on a relaxing day trip just one hour from Addis Ababa.
Enjoy a guided walk around Lake Hora, with peaceful lakeside scenery and panoramic volcanic crater views. Choose shorter or longer trails and enjoy an optional boat ride.
Spot diverse birdlife including fish eagles, kingfishers, white pelicans, cattle egrets, and yellow-billed hornbills. Along the trails and surrounding areas, you may also encounter vervet monkeys, grivet monkeys, and warthogs in their natural habitat.
Continue to Lake Cheleleka, a seasonal wetland attracting flamingos and other water birds. Enjoy a scenic drive, traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony, and local food experience.
A perfect blend of nature, wildlife, birdwatching, culture, and relaxation near Addis Ababa.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Any pick up points in Addis Ababa
Itinerary
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1Bishoftu
The journey begins at Lake Hora, where guests can enjoy a guided hike along the crater rim or lakeshore. Depending on preference, they may choose a short walk or a longer scenic trail with panoramic views of the volcanic landscape. An optional boat ride is available for those who want to explore the calm waters up close.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Bishoftu
Along the way, travelers will observe rich birdlife and wildlife, including fish eagles, kingfishers, white pelicans, cattle egrets, yellow-billed hornbills, and other native species. Nile monitors can often be seen basking along the shoreline.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Bishoftu
The day concludes with a scenic countryside drive, followed by a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony and local food experience, giving travelers a taste of authentic Ethiopian hospitality before returning to Addis Ababa.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
4Bishoftu
The experience continues to Lake Cheleleka, a seasonal wetland and important bird sanctuary known for flamingos and migratory birds, offering excellent photography and nature viewing opportunities.
50 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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