Wonchi Crater Lake Full Day Tour with Trekking

listing image 1
Show all photos
7 to 8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Looking for a nature-filled getaway from Addis Ababa? Lake Wonchi (152 km west) is an area of outstanding natural beauty—from its dramatic rim down to its emerald-green waters.

Highlights & Activities:

Island Monastery: Take a peaceful boat ride across the lake to visit an ancient church.

Volcanic Hot Springs: Relax in thermal springs framed by shaded lawns and trees.

Outdoor Adventure: Perfect for walking, trekking, hiking, and horseback riding.

What's Included

Bottled water
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Soda/Pop
Alcoholic Beverages

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We provide convenient pick-up directly from your hotel, residence, or office, provided it is located within central Addis Ababa.

Pick-up Window: Starts at 6:45 AM (exact time depends on your location).

Tour Start Time: 7:30 AM

Drop-off point
Addis Ababa

Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Addis Ababa

    We will pick you up from where you stay. Then we drive out of Addis Ababa.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Waliso

    We drive 152 km west of Addis Ababa to Woliso. Then we arrive at Wonchi.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Wonchi

    We trek down to the crater lake, for about 30-45 minutes, with a beautiful breathtaking landscape and nature. We take a local boat ride to visit the island monastery on the Crater Lake.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Ambo

    We trek back to our vehicle and drive to Ambo for lunch break at Negash Lodge. We relax, explore the surrounding or swim at pool filled with hot spring water.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Addis Ababa

    Drive back to Addis and to your destination.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Yod Abyssinia Traditional Restaurant

    For extra fee: You may join a cultural night for authentic Ethiopian cultural food buffet along with cultural drinks, live music and dances of the diverse nations and nationalities of Ethiopia at Yod Abyssinia Cultural Restaurant.

    3 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Dil Tour & Travel

Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
4WD Tours
Walking Tours
Nature Walks
Zombie
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Show more
from per group (up to 15)
Was {{formatPrice(summaryFromPriceBeforeDiscount, currency, 2)}}
Book Now