Blue Nile Gorge and Debre Libanos Tour

Full-day excursion from Addis Ababa to Debre Libanos monastery, Gelada baboons, and the spectacular Blue Nile Gorge — Ethiopia’s Grand Canyon.

Tour Highlights

  • 13th-century Debre Libanos monastery
  • Endemic Gelada baboons at close range
  • Blue Nile Gorge panoramic views
  • Portuguese Bridge (optional stop)
  • Teff farming region return drive
  • Free Ethiopian cooking class for all EthioSoul guests
Duration
1 Days
Difficulty
Easy
Start
Addis Ababa
Group Size
112
End
Addis Ababa
Guided
Expert Guide
Season
oct, nov, dec, jan, feb, mar, apr, may

What's Included

  • Private 4WD transport from Addis Ababa
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • All entrance fees
  • Picnic lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Free Ethiopian cooking class

Not Included

  • Personal expenses
  • Tips
  • Travel insurance
  • Hotel pickup outside central Addis

Tour Plan

1 days
Full day · ~200 km round trip200 km5 hrs
Highlights
  • Monastery visit
  • Gelada baboons
  • Gorge overlook
  • Teff countryside
Activities
Debre Libanos monastery · 2hGelada baboon viewing · 1hBlue Nile Gorge viewpoint · 2h
Meals
BreakfastLunchDinner

Customer Reviews

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1+ Reviews

Client Reviews

  • Claire Dubois

    The Blue Nile Gorge rivalled anything I have seen in the US. Gelada baboons were a bonus!

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Free Ethiopian Cooking Class

At EthioSoul Tour, we believe that discovering a country also means experiencing its food and traditions. That's why every guest who travels with us enjoys a free Ethiopian cooking class as part of their journey.

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