Debre Libanos Monastery Day Trip
Visiting Debre Libanos Monastery
We’ll pick you up from your hotel in Addis Ababa and head north. After an approximately 3-hour road journey, we’ll reach our main destination: Debre Libanos Monastery.
Once there, we’ll take a guided tour of the main church. We’ll admire its famous stained glass windows and learn more about the history of this sacred site, founded in the 13th century by Saint Tekle Haymanot. We’ll also visit the monastery museum, which houses religious relics and ancient manuscripts of incalculable value.
We’ll continue the day with a short walk to the Cave of Tekle Haymanot. In this place of prayer, where the saint is said to have meditated for years, we’ll see the holy water spring that local worshippers believe has healing properties. We’ll share all the details with you!
Our next stop will be the iconic Portuguese Bridge, built in the 16th century. From here, we’ll enjoy amazing views of the Jemma River canyon, a geological formation so impressive that it’s known as the “Little Grand Canyon” of Ethiopia. If we’re very lucky, we may spot some of the animals that inhabit the area from afar, such as the gelada monkey or the bearded vulture.
Around midday, you’ll have 2 hours of free time to have lunch at a local restaurant with panoramic views or enjoy your own picnic in a unique natural setting.
We’ll end the day by dropping you off back at your hotel in Addis Ababa approximately 11.5 hours later.
More Information
Duration
11h 30m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Admission tickets
1 bottle of water
Not included
Food and drinks
When to book?
You can book up until 4 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets. Free wheelchair loan service available. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation.
Sustainability conditions
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Uses an electric vehicle.
- The show represents local culture.
- The indigenous community participates in the management of the activity.
- The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity helps vulnerable groups.
- The activity helps to promote peace.
- The activity promotes local production.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Vowland Ethiopia Tour Corporate name: Abraham Fentaw Beyenew Registered Office: Addis abeba, Kasanchise, Afework building, Adís Abeba, Ethiopia Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 0006063706 Contact information Email: tarikuwondoson12@gmail.com Phone: +251930831759
If you have any other questions please contact us.