Day Trip from Addis Ababa to Crater Lakes at Bishoftu

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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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7 to 8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Take a relaxing escape from Addis Ababa and discover the stunning volcanic crater lakes of Bishoftu with Addis Authentic Tours. This day trip offers a perfect blend of nature and culture, giving you the opportunity to learn about Oromo traditions while enjoying breathtaking landscapes. Along the way, you’ll enjoy bird watching, taste local beverageS and take a peaceful boat trip on a volcanic lake. An ideal getaway for travelers seeking tranquility, culture, and natural beauty just outside the capital.

What's Included

Driver Allowance
Areki Process and Taste
Guide services
Bottled water
Traditional Coffee Ceremony
Boat
Air-conditioned vehicle
Fuel surcharge
Everything not listed in Inclusions
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

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

We are ready to pick up our customers wherever they are located.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Located 65km far from Addis Ababa (1h30 driving),Bishoftu means sweetness in Oromo language and used to be known as Debre Zeit "Mount of Olives". Bishoftu can be reached in an hour drive from Addis and is a popular place for tourists and locals to relax and enjoying fresh air and natural landscapes. Bishoftu is the home of resorts and of five crater lakes (Bishoftu, Hora, Babogaya, Kuriftu and Chelekleka) as well as the gateway of Ethiopian great Rift Valley. The tour will start by visiting Bishofu Lake which is the second deepest lake in Ethiopia (90 meters deep) and traditional ethiopian habitations(Tukul) to learn how to make the homemade alcohol drink (Areki). After enjoying traditional coffee ceremony, the tour will continue with a walk around Babogaya Lake. This is a chance to see plenty different bird species.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Kuriftu Resort is located by Kuriftu Lake and offers different activities such as kayak, water park, sauna, etc. During lunch time, the tour will continue at Kuriftu Resort to taste delicious ethiopian food and have kayak tour on Kuriftu Lake.

    4 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day 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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