Duration
6-Day
Lake Ziway, Ethiopia
6-Day Explore the Countryside Around Addis Ababa
Overview
Planned Countryside Tour from Addis Ababa Enjoy a scenic countryside tour from Addis Ababa, exploring some of Ethiopia's most beautiful natural and cultural attractions. The journey includes visits to Wenchi Crater Lake, known for its stunning volcanic scenery; Debre Zeit (Bishoftu), famous for its chain of crater lakes; and the historic Debre Libanos Monastery, one of Ethiopia's most important religious sites. Continue to the rock-hewn church of Adadi Mariam, and Lake zeway.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Addis Ababa to Addis Ababa
Via Debre Libanos Monastery, Wenchi Crater Lake, Tiya
Country & park
Ethiopia / Lake Ziway
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
2 years
Activities
nature hikes/walks & boat trip
Accommodation
Best Western Plus Pearl Addis - Mid-range hotel in Addis Ababa (City) – Breakfast Included
Meals
Breakfast Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$1,540 USD
$1,100 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$1,540 USD
$1,100 USD
Jan 1, 2028 - Dec 31, 2028
$1,540 USD
$1,100 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 2 years and older. Children under 3 receive a discount.
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Route
country
Ethiopia
Start
Addis Ababa (Day 1)
Day 2
Debre Libanos Monastery (Highlight)
Day 3
Wenchi Crater Lake
Day 4
Tiya (Highlight)
Day 5
Lake Ziway
Day 6
Bishoftu (City)
End
Addis Ababa (Day 6)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses hotels.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
2
Minimum age of 2 years
The minimum age for this tour is 2 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: nature hikes/walks & boat trip
Getting around: minivan
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-5
Best Western Plus Pearl Addis
Mid-range hotel in Addis Ababa (City) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 6
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Addis Ababa City Tour
We will welcome you at bole international airport and transfer to your hotel. After you take some rest you will start exploring the highlights of Addis Ababa. Visit the National Museum of Ethiopia where you can see the famous fossil Lucy and other ancient artifacts. Continue to the Holy Trinity Cathedral the final resting place of Emperor Haile Selassie and Empress Menen. Drive to Mount Entoto for a panoramic view of the city and visit the historical Entoto Maryam Church. After lunch explore the Ethnological Museum located inside Haile Selassie’s former palace and then experience the vibrant atmosphere of Mercato one of Africa’s largest open-air markets. In the evening enjoy a traditional Ethiopian dinner accompanied by cultural music and dance at a local restaurant. Overnight in Best western plus pearls Hotel. Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Addis Ababa (City) Stay: Best Western Plus Pearl Addis Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 2
Explore Debre Libanos Monastery and Portuguese Bridge
Leave Addis Ababa and travel north through beautiful mountain scenery toward the Blue Nile Gorge. Visit the historic Debre Libanos Monastery founded in the 13th century and one of the most important religious centers in Ethiopia. Continue to the Portuguese Bridge an old stone bridge set over a deep canyon and enjoy the magnificent views and a short walk to the nearby waterfall. Have lunch at a local lodge overlooking the gorge before returning to Addis Ababa in the late afternoon. Overnight in Addis Ababa. Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Debre Libanos Monastery (Highlight) Stay: Best Western Plus Pearl Addis Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Wenchi Crater Lake
Depart westward toward the town of Ambo and continue to Wenchi Crater Lake a beautiful volcanic lake surrounded by green hills. Enjoy a guided walk or horseback ride down to the lakeshore and take a boat trip to the island monastery of Cherkos. Enjoy a picnic or lunch at a local guesthouse near the lake and then hike or ride back to the crater rim taking in the stunning landscape. Return to Addis Ababa in the evening. Overnight in Addis Ababa. Day 4 – Day Trip to Adadi Mariam, Melka Kun. Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Wenchi Crater Lake Stay: Best Western Plus Pearl Addis Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Adadi Mariam, Melka Kunture and Tiya Stelae
Drive south on the Butajira road for a cultural and historical day trip. Visit Melka Kunture an important archaeological site along the Awash River known for its prehistoric stone tools. Continue to Adadi Mariam a 12th-century rock-hewn church similar in style to those in Lalibela and still in active use. After lunch in Butajira visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Tiya where ancient carved stone stelae mark mysterious burial grounds. Return to Addis Ababa in the late afternoon. Overnight in Addis Ababa. Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Tiya (Highlight) Stay: Best Western Plus Pearl Addis Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Trip to Lake Ziway
Travel south along the Addis Hawassa highway to Lake Ziway one of the largest Rift Valley lakes. Enjoy a boat excursion to explore Bird Island or Tulu Gudo Island which is home to a historic monastery and many species of birds including pelicans and fish eagles. Have lunch at Haile Resort Ziway or Bethlehem Lodge by the lakeshore then visit the local fish market to observe the daily life of fishermen and birdwatching around the lake. Drive back to Addis Ababa in the evening. Overnight in Addis Ababa. Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lake Ziway Stay: Best Western Plus Pearl Addis Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
Debre Zeit (Bishoftu)
Head south to Debre Zeit also known as Bishoftu a charming resort town famous for its chain of crater lakes. Visit Lake Bishoftu Lake Hora and Lake Babogaya and enjoy a relaxing morning by the water with optional swimming or spa time at Kuriftu Resort and Spa. Have lunch at one of the lakeside lodges and take a short walk to enjoy the scenery and birdlife. In the afternoon return to Addis Ababa. Depending on your schedule you may enjoy some last-minute shopping or be transferred to the airport for your departure. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Bishoftu (City) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Addis Ababa
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD - Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Vowland Ethiopia Tour and Travel
4.8 operator rating
27 reviews
Vowland Ethiopia Tour and Travel, established in 2019 by Abrham Fentaw, is more than just a travel company—it is a gateway to discovering the heart and soul of Ethiopia. Recognized as one of the nation’s most trusted tour operators, Vowland specializes in creating unforgettable experiences for travelers from across the globe.
Office In
Ethiopia
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2019)
Member Of
ABATA & ETPA
Tour Types
Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
Ethiopia
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Fabulous and enthusiastic
Abraham has great knowledge about his country and imparts it with great insight. Thoroughly enjoyed two tours with him.
Lisa · Australia
Abraham is an excellent guide
Abraham has great knowledge and is enthusiastic about his country. He is an excellent guide who loves telling you about the history and events in Ethiopia. I would highly recommend him to anyone going to Ethiopia
Lisa · Australia
21 days tour, Vowland Ethiopia tour are incredible and felts in memory!
Our journey began Simien Mountains in northern part of Ethiopia provided breathtaking hiking opportunities, with stunning vistas and encounters with endemic wildlife like the Gelada baboons. Our knowledgeable guide Abrham led us through the rugged terrain, making every step worthwhile. Next we travel to visit Lalibela Rock hewn churches , where the awe-inspiring rock-hewn churches left us speechless. The spiritual ambiance and the stories shared by our guide Abrham deepened our appreciation for this UNESCO World Heritage site. Finally we ventured into the Danakil Depression a true adventure! The otherworldly landscapes, vibrant colors, and the thrill of witnessing bubbling lava at Erta Ale were unforgettable. Camping under the stars in such a remote area was a highlight of our trip. We returned from an incredible tour of the Omo Valley in southern part of Ethiopia , and we can't recommend it enough! Our guide Abrham was knowledgeable and passionate about the diverse cultures of the various tribes we visited, including the , Chamo lakes ,Kara Villages Hamar , Mursi , Dassanech Tribeand others. The landscapes were breathtaking, from lush valleys to stunning river views. The highlight was definitely the traditional ceremonies we were fortunate enough to witness. The warmth and hospitality of the local people made this trip unforgettable. If you're looking for a unique cultural experience, Southern Ethiopia is a must-visit! Finally, we explored the Bale Mountains, where tranquility reigns supreme. The chance to spot the rare Ethiopian wolf amidst pristine nature was a dream come true. The combination of comfortable accommodations and delicious local cuisine made for a perfect end to our adventure. And we highly recommend Vowland Ethiopia Tour!!
Flipess · Belgium
Very nice and interesting tour.
It was a very nice trip. Wonderful landscape, an interesting monastery and very delicious food. Thank you for everything!
Florian · Germany
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 2 years and older. Children under 3 receive a discount.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request changes to this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Best Western Plus Pearl Addis - Mid-range hotel in Addis Ababa (City) – Breakfast Included. Meals: Breakfast Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Addis Ababa
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Vowland Ethiopia Tour and Travel, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Vowland Ethiopia Tour and Travel.
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