A day trip to Lake Wenchi

Day Trip
Addis Ababa
Amharic (Native), English, French
12 hours
Private tour (only you and your group)
Up to 6 people

Early morning departure west from Addis Ababa to Lake Wenchi, a crater lake in a stunning location There are many options for activities in the area, including hiking, horseback riding, or a boat trip to the island monastery of Kirkos and the hot spring valley. After the visit, return to Addis Ababa.

Demeke G.

Meeting Point

At your hotel or at the airport

07:30 AM

Meeting at your hotel or airport and depart to wenchi

We will depart to southwest to Lake wenchi.

10:00 AM

We will reach Lake Wenchi, and we will start our activities.

- Lake Wenchi, a crater lake in a stunning location.

- Hiking.

- Horseback riding.

- Boat trip to the island monastery of Kirkos and the hot spring valley

05:00 PM

Back to Addis Ababa to your hotel.

Driving back to Addis Ababa

07:30 PM

The end of the tour

Ending Point

At your hotel

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guide fee, transportation , entrance fees, boat trip and mineral water during the whole trip.

What‘s not included

- All meals and beverages, including all alcoholic beverages.

- Tips

- Camera and/or photo fees

- Items of a personal nature

Important Information

- It is recommended to bring a packed lunch for this trip.

- Hiking Shoes.

- Comfortable outfits

Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
  • 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
  • No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
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