ADDIS ABABA – STELES OF TIYA – BUTAJIRA – LAKE ZIWAY – LAKE LANGANO

Tiya World Heritage Site - Meet your tour guide. Drive to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Steles of Tiya. On the way to Tiya, stop at a couple of viewpoints to enjoy the great scenery of the Rift Valley and to cross the bridge of the Awash River by waking. At the Steles of Tiya, spend half an hour to visit 40 huge stone grave markers decorated with carvings and erected in the 14th Century AD in honor of local warriors.

Lake Ziway - After lunch at Butajira, hear 80 km more to Lake Langano via Ziway. Around Ziway, visit the villages of the Oromo people, interact with locals and learn their cultural way of life.

Walk by the sides of Lake Ziway to spot a number of bird species including Great White Pelicans, Yellow Billed Storks, Marabou Storks, African Fish Eagles, Ruppell’s Griffon Vulture, etc

Finally, after tea break at Haile Resort Ziway, drive to Lake Langano for overnight.

Butajira - On the way from the Steles of Tiya to Butajira, stop at viewpoints to enjoy great views of the Ethiopian part of the Great East African Rift Valley. You will also visit a local village of the Silte people for cultural experience and to learn how to bake Enjera or Injera (Ethiopian Bread).

Langano - Take a walk by Lake Langano admiring the beautiful sunset, watching different birds and if interested, enjoy swimming.

• Attend an Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony
• Refreshments including bottled water, snacks, coffee, and tea
• Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned Toyota Minivan with seat belts
• Guidance by professional, experienced, and local language-speaking tour guides
• Unique experience with local family visits

• Accommodation for the night at Lake Langano
• Food and drinks
• Gratuities
• And, any expenses which are not mentioned in the “Included” list above

This is a private, 2-day tour from Addis Ababa that combines natural beauty and cultural exploration. On this trip, immerse yourself in the local culture and conduct ecotours through Ethiopia’s Rift Valley Lakes. Visit the Abidjatta-Shalla Lakes National Park and get acquainted with the local wildlife under the guidance of an expert guide. At the Rift Valley Lake of Ziway, stroll through serene paths and learn to recognize various Ethiopian bird species.

Enjoy stunning vistas of Ethiopia’s slice of the Great East African Rift Valley. Dive into history by understanding the significance of the gravesite markers at the UNESCO World Heritage Site - the Steles of Tiya. At Lake Langano, unwind with opportunities for swimming, water sports, bird-watching, and catching a mesmerizing sunset.

Experience an authentic Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony and take in the picturesque views of Lake Bishoftu. The package comes inclusive with a private vehicle possessing modern amenities like air conditioning and seat belts. The cost also covers fuel (gasoline), services of a proficient tour guide, visits to local households, in-car bottled water and local snacks, an Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

• Please book your hotel room at one of the lodges around Lake Langano. Or inform us if you need help with it.
• If the tour is between June and Mid September, please expect wet weather and get prepared accordingly.
• If you are interested to swim at Lake Langano, please bring swimming suits

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