RING OF THE LAKE TOUR OF RIFT VALLEY OF ETHIOPIA

This tour is characterized by the visit to the volcanic lakes in the Central Rift Valley of Ethiopia with astounding natural and cultural beauty. The water and forest wild life provides a tranquil and pristine feel for those who would like to get respite from the hustle and bustle of city life. For those from abroad and don’t have time to travel to renowned touristic sites, it is one of the prime spots for History (Ark of the Covenant), culture and wildlife (bird and Hippo) tour

Day 1: Addis Ababa- Bishoftu (Debre Ziet)

At Bishoftu (Debre Ziet) you will have the chance to visit the natural and cultural sites of the town, namely the various crater lakes with their unique flora and fauna on a guided tour. In the afternoon you will be at one of the resorts on one of the crater lakes to relax on activities of your choice.

Day 2: Bishoftu (Debre Ziet) -Ziway- Tulu Gudo on Lake Ziway

Drive to the bustling town of Ziway (Batu) Taking your boat, visit to Tulu Gudo Island, the biggest island on the lake. Hiking activities are long and short Tulu Gudo hike. The Island is a place where the Arc of The Covenant said to have been kept to escape the war raged by the then Queen of Ethiopia Yodit Gudit, 1000 years ago. Here the Monastry Museum gives you an opportunity to see the relics left behind from that time.

Other important activities are visit to the local Handicraft shop, where you can buy a very unique locally made craft products. Then it is lunch time where you will be treated to fresh grilled fish lunch (fresh from the lake) prepared by the community restaurant. After lunch depart back to Ziway en-route visit to bird Island and hippo spotting as sun starts to go down.  Overnight Haile Resort, Ziway.

Day 3: Ziway- Langano via Abijata Shalla Lakes National Park
Visit to Abijata Shalla National park that comprises the two lakes with numerous kinds of birds and other wildlife, namely warthog, Ostrich, and various kinds of antelopes. Local culture is also one of the unique attractions expressed in local costume, house architecture and farming practices.  Proceed to Lake Langano relax in one of the lodges, through recreational activities like swimming and fishing. There also one can find a spectacular natural beauty both from the water and the forest atmosphere. Overnight in one of the lodges.

Day 4: Langano- Lephis (18 Kms after Arsi Negelle)

Visit to Lephis a community tourism area with stunning Natural and plantation forest natural waterfall are to be visited. Hiking or horseback riding in the natural forest and Bird watching (some endemic bird, locally called Ashokora,) are the main activities. Overnight in Lephis in tented camp,(Or Hotel if proceed to Hawassa or Shashemene towns).

Day 5: City tour of Hawassa. In the morning after breakfast, visit the fish market on the Lake shore, Boat rides on the lake, and visit to the traditional craft making sites in the town. After lunch drive back to Addis Ababa. End of Tour.

N.B we organize tailor made tours that will suit the time and budget of our clients. 

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