Overnight Trip to Wonchi Crater Lake: Experience Countryside Life and Culture of Ethiopia
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Addis Ababa
Escape the hustle and bustle of Addis Ababa and embark on an unforgettable overnight trip to Wonchi Crater Lake. Immerse yourself in the countryside life and culture of Ethiopia, explore hot mineral springs, waterfalls, and beautiful valleys, and visit an ancient monastery on a lake island.
Duration: 2 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Escaping from Addis, A trip to breathtaking Wonchi crater lake

Wonchi - Wonchi Crater Lake is 155 km west of Addis Ababa, between Ambo and Welliso. An extinct volcano (the top of which is 3380m above sea level) the crater contains a large lake, hot mineral springs, waterfalls and beautiful valleys and farmland there is an old monastery with a church is situated on one of the lake islands.

We will drive about 155 km Leave the rush of Addis Ababa behind and retreat to the peace of Wonchi Crater lake and village. Once we arrive, we will either ride Horse or take 4 km hike for one and half up to two hours.
Start at the rim of the crater from Kala about 3300m above sea level. While passing the trail have a beautiful views and waterfalls along the way, from the shore of the lake taking a boat to the small island monastery church of Deber Kirkos, an old historical church.
ITINERARY

  • We will meet in the lobby of the Ghion Hotel, at 7:10 AM and the drop will be at the Ghion or your place if it not far.
  • start trekking or Horse Riding while enjoying the beautiful scenery
  • Boat Trip to lake Island where we found historical church
    Wonchi tour is optional for people to stay overnight.
    * Back the next day if you booked for two days or overnight stay at Negash Lodge / Weliso
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Horse riding
  • Boat trip on the lake
  • Lunch included
  • Dinner included
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Admission to Wonchi Crater Lake
  • Parking fees covered
What's Not Included
  • Alchole drink and Tips
Additional Information

Our clients will have an amazing time and experience of the countryside life and culture of Ethiopia. In addition, Leave the rush of Addis Ababa behind and retreat to the peace of Wonchi Crater lake and village. hot mineral springs, waterfalls and beautiful valleys and farmland there is an old monastery with a church is situated on one of the lake islands.

Location
Hilton Addis Ababa
Menelik II Avenue
at the parking area or at the lobby of the hotel
Cancellation Policy

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

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Phileas53
Jul 27, 2022
Nice experience visiting the lakes in Oromia - Wonderful tour with a hike in the mountain doen de lake and a beautiful excursion by boat with the people of the lake, very keen and committed with the preservation of the environment. The guide was well informed about every detail. We aldo visited the wineyards and had a nice wine tasting.
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