• Debre Libanos - This ancient and historic monastery in Ethiopia is located northwest of Addis Ababa. Founded in the 13th century by Saint Tekle Haymanot, who, according to tradition, meditated in a cave for 29 years. The monastery’s chief abbot, known as the Ichege, was the second most influential figure in the Ethiopian Church after the Abuna. The monastery complex is situated on a terrace between a cliff and the gorge of a tributary of the Abbay River. Although none of the original buildings remain, David Buxton believed “there are interesting things still to be found among the neighboring cliffs.” The current structures include the church over Tekle Haymanot’s tomb, commissioned by Emperor Haile Selassie in 1961; a slightly older Church of the Cross, which reportedly houses a fragment of the True Cross; and five religious schools. The cave where the saint lived is nearby, described as a five-minute walk away by one travel guide. This cave has a spring, whose water is considered holy and attracts pilgrims.

• Portuguese Bridge - The Portuguese Bridge near Debre Libanos, though attributed to the Portuguese in the 16th century, was actually constructed by Ethiopians at the turn of the 19th century in the old Portuguese style. The narrow span is picturesque, and the waterfall below it, especially during the rainy season, is even more impressive.

• Mount Entoto - Entoto is the highest peak in the Entoto Mountains, overlooking Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, and reaching 3,200 meters above sea level. The mountain is densely forested with eucalyptus trees imported from Australia during Menelik II’s reign and mostly planted during Emperor Haile Selassie’s time. It is sometimes called the “lung of Addis Ababa” due to its dense forest, which is a vital source of firewood for the city and was historically a source of building material.

• Debre Libanos - You will have the opportunity to experience the daily life of Ethiopians in the local huts or grass houses in the countryside near Debre Libanos.

• Lunch
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• All attraction fees are included
• Airport and departure taxes
• Tea and coffee

• Dinner
• Alcoholic beverage available for purchase

It is a unique because ;-
You will have a chance of learning about the history of Ethiopia
-You will have a chance of seeing the Ethiopian Endemic monkey called Chilada monkey ( one of the rare monkey in the world)
-You will have a chance of seeing some birds like the massive Lammergeier and some endemic birds only found in Ethiopia and specifically in Debre Libanos
-You will have a chance of testing Ethiopian Foods and coffee with ceremony in spectacular views
-You will have a chance of hiking near to the George of Blue Nile & Jemma Valley.
-You will have a chance of visiting one of the oldest monastery of Ethiopia and its museums
-You will have a chance of experiencing the daily life local people in hut or grass houses of the countryside.
-You will have a chance of seeing the fabulous waterfalls at the Portuguese bridge(which is one of the oldest bridge in Ethiopia)

• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Minimum age is 8

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