15 One-Day Tours in Ethiopia Worth the Drive

1.Day Trip From Addis Ababa See Historical Monastery,Stunning Nature,Animals,Birds

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 303 reviews · from $90Our pick

Review of a Debre Libanos and Blue Nile Gorge day trip from Addis Ababa, with Geladas, coffee, hiking, culture, and practical tips.

“At every moment our guide Sis was very very friendly, knowledgeable & helpful. The tour is definitely worthwhile! The company was very organized and helpful along the way. The next day we also did the city tour where Dagim & George wRead more”

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3.Day Trip From Addis Ababa To Debre Libanos & Portuguese Bridge

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 64 reviews · from $100

Escape Addis Ababa for Debre Libanos, the Jemma Gorge, Portuguese Bridge, birds, geladas, and sweeping mountain views.

“Despite the the fact that the way we left the city and met other members of our trip was a little bit sophisticated, I really enjoyed the tour. The panoramas, view points, dinner, baboons (!!!!!)... It was really exciting! We also had a traditional coffee stop) The best way to spend a day in Addis Ababa if you're waiting for your flight. Highly recommended!”

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4.Day trip Debre Libanos, Bule nile George &Portugal Bridge

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 25 reviews · 9 hours · from $90

Review of the Debre Libanos and Portuguese Bridge day trip from Addis Ababa, with monastery history, Geladas, Blue Nile Gorge views, and practical tips.

“Interesante actividad para descubrir un poco mas la cultura etiope y alejarse de la ciudad Mi guia Kane lo hizo todo segun lo previsto”

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5.Day trip to Adadi Mariyam and Melka kunture

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · from $100

Explore Melka Kunture’s ancient fossils and stone tools, then visit Adadi Maryam on a small-group day trip from Addis Ababa.

“The day trip was really amazing. The church is beautiful, particularly inside. really amazing artwork and stonework to create a very unique place. The archaeological site we were meant to visit was closed for maintenance, but the tour guidRead more”

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7.Escape From Addis – Day Trip To Debre Libanos And The Portuguese Bridge

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $195

Review of the Debre Libanos and Portuguese Bridge day trip from Addis Ababa, with monastery visits, Blue Nile Gorge views, hiking, lunch, and Geladas.

“We had an exceptional day organized by Beki. This was our second tour with him and just with the first one, he went above and beyond to make our day another cultural experience. However, he was not able to guide the tour, Beki arrangeRead more”

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8.Day trip on Bahir dar. To visit lake tana monasteries and Blue Nile Falls.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $250

Review of a private Bahir Dar day trip to Lake Tana monasteries and Blue Nile Falls, with hotel pickup, flexible plans, and practical tips.

“Mass, the guide, now friend is one of a kind. The places are mesmerising, got lucky to see a huge snake and birds blooming in color, geese with chicks, some traditional stuff I chose, (my request, nothing is forced upon you), met great pRead more”

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9.Day Trip to Rock Hewn Churches of Lalibela

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $45Best value

Review of Lalibela’s rock-hewn churches, with private guiding, airport pickup, pricing, itinerary details, practical tips, and booking advice.

“It was a amazing tour of one of the most beautiful historical and religious areas in the world The tour guide was knowledgeable about the history of the region”

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10.Day Trip to Debre Zeit/ Bishoftu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · from $150

Review of the private Bishoftu day trip from Addis Ababa, with crater lakes, birdwatching, lunch, a Lake Babogaya boat ride, and practical tips.

“The beauty of the craters! was stunning It's a good trip, but it had several butts. Only one boat ride which was disturbed with constant talking from the three staff members. Could not really enjoy the serenity of the lake. The drive was lovely, in Read more”

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11.Day Trip To See Monastrys,Amazing landscapes & Animals

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $120

Review of a $120 Debre Libanos day trip from Addis Ababa, with monastery treasures, Gelada monkeys, Jemma Gorge views, lunch, and guides.

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12.Day Trip to Gheralta’s Cliffside Churches, “Sacred Heights”

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $205

Review of Gheralta’s Sacred Heights day trip from Axum, with Abune Yemata Guh, Maryam Korkor, Daniel Korkor, hiking details, and practical advice.

“Beautiful and impressive landscape of the northern region of Ethiopia. Arre communicated very well the important points to remember and was well documented on the history of the region.”

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13.DAY TRIP TO Debre Libanos Monastery Cave Church Nature and Wildlife

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews · from $275

Review of a private Debre Libanos day trip from Addis Ababa, with monastery, Portuguese Bridge, baboons, lunch, and coffee ceremony.

“I highly recommend this tour! A complete 10/10. My tour guide Melaku was professional and knowledgeable and as a plus he speaks perfect English, which was helpful as I am a U.S. traveler. Additionally, I am a solo female traveler and I felt 100Read more”

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14.Day Trip To Menagesha Suba Forest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $100

Review of the Menagesha Suba Forest day trip from Addis Ababa, with hiking advice, wildlife details, price analysis, and booking tips.

“Finally reaching the waterfall after a difficult hike-a sense of accomplishment.this trip like my previous one with you shows the natural beauty of your amazing and unique country.”

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15.DAY TRIP TO THE UNESCO HERITAGE SITE TIYA & Melka Kunture

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · from $265

Explore Tiya’s UNESCO megaliths, Melka Kunture tools, and Adadi Mariam on a private day trip from Addis with lunch included.

“Unfortunately, I was unable to do this trip due to sudden security concerns. Communications could have been better as I was waiting for over an hour without any information from the tour company. Back and forth with hotel front desk staff anRead more”

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