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Private Tour to Debre Libanos Monastery and Jemma River Gorge

Location Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
$190
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The Private Tour to Debre Libanos Monastery and Jemma River Gorge offers a unique opportunity to explore Ethiopia's rich history and breathtaking landscapes. This day trip takes you away from Addis Ababa to discover both cultural and natural wonders.

  • 🏛️ Visit Debre Libanos Monastery, a pivotal center for Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity, founded by St Teklehaimanot in the 13th century.
  • 🌉 Walk across the renowned 16th-century Portuguese Bridge, where you'll marvel at the impressive cascade below during the rainy season.
  • 🌄 Enjoy stunning views of the Jemma River gorge, a tributary of the Nile, with a dramatic drop of nearly 1000 meters to the valley beneath.
  • 🐒 Spot the Gelada, one of Ethiopia’s endemic mammals, as well as various vultures soaring over the gorge.
  • ☕ Experience a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony at a local family's home and savor the unique flavors of locally made coffee.
  • 🚗 Pickup and drop-off at your hotel included for a hassle-free experience.
  • 👨‍🏫 A professional, experienced English-speaking tour guide will accompany you throughout the journey.
  • 🍽️ Enjoy a delicious typical Ethiopian lunch with a spectacular view over the Jemma River gorge.
  • 💧 Stay hydrated with complimentary bottled water provided during the tour.
  • ♿ Wheelchair accessible and pram/stroller friendly, ensuring comfort for all travelers.

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Private Tour to Debre Libanos Monastery and Jemma River Gorge
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

  • Professional experienced English-speaking escort tour guide
  • Local family visits
  • Pick up and drop of to your hotel
  • Lunch
  • Entrance
  • Local on-site guides for the monastery
  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony

  • Debre Libanos
    Visit Debre Libanos an important monastic center for Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity. The monastery was founded by the renowned 13th-century mystic, St Teklehaimanot. You will have a tour of the monastery and learn about the interesting history and life of the whole aeria (2h) Enjoy a typical Ethiopian lunch with a great view over the Jemma River gorge, which is one of the tributaries of the Nile. There is a drop of nearly 1000 meters to the valley below. Enjoy a typical Ethiopian lunch with a great view over the Jemma River gorge, which is one of the tributaries of the Nile. There is a drop of nearly 1000 meters to the valley below.
  • Portuguese Bridge
    Walk about 300m down to the famous 16th century Portuguese Bridge, the narrow span makes it to look like the Portuguese style but it was actually built by the Ethiopians. In the rainy season the cascade just below it is quite impressive. You will also see one of Ethiopia’s endemic mammals, the Gelada or bleeding-heart baboon. Over the gorge are a variety of vultures – Lamergeyer’s, Ruppell’s and Lappet faced vultures circling the sky Before heading back to Addis Ababa visit a local family to enjoy a typical coffee ceremony and the unique taste of the traditionally made coffee. (2h)

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Private Tour to Debre Libanos Monastery and Jemma River Gorge

    Location Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
    $190
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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