Wenchi Crater Lake: Hike, Hot Springs & Local Market

4.8
(5 reviews)
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

10 hours 48 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 3 more

Discover Ethiopia’s most iconic landscapes and culture in one unforgettable day. Explore the stunning Wenchi Crater Lake, a volcanic paradise of forests, cliffs, waterfalls, and a serene crater lake. Enjoy flexible guided hikes with panoramic viewpoints, plus optional horseback riding or a boat trip to the island monastery. Travel through the Ethiopian Highlands, passing Oromo villages and farmland, and spot wild savanna baboons and Colobus monkeys. Relax in natural hot springs, enjoy a traditional Ethiopian lunch and coffee ceremony, and experience authentic rural culture before returning to Addis Ababa.

What's Included

WiFi on board and boat ride+ admission to the Monastery
Professional Guid service + Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
Drinking bottled water + You Will Have A Chance Of Experiencing Ethiopian Coffee
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
admission fees -Wenchi crater Lake & Fuel surcharge
Alcoholic Beverages
Tips
Horse riding

Meeting and pickup

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

Drop-offs are provided at hotels or central locations within Addis Ababa only. Any request for an alternative drop-off location may be accepted at our discretion, depending on timing, route, and distance, and may incur an additional charge for more information call the tour guide number +251913384298

What to expect

Depart Addis Ababa and travel through the scenic Ethiopian Highlands, passing Oromo villages, rolling farmland, and dramatic mountain landscapes. Along the way to Wenchi Crater Lake, enjoy opportunities to spot wild savanna baboons along the roadside, often seen moving in troops across the highland terrain.

Arrive at the stunning crater lake, surrounded by forests, cliffs, and volcanic scenery. Enjoy a guided hike with panoramic viewpoints, suspension bridge crossings, and optional activities such as horseback riding or a boat trip to the island monastery. Experience natural hot springs, lakeside walks, and rich birdlife, including endemic species like Black-and-White Colobus Monkeys.

On Sundays, explore a vibrant local Oromo market. End your journey with a traditional Ethiopian lunch and coffee ceremony before returning to Addis Ababa.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Daily Addis Tours

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Cancellation Policy

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

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