Debrelibanos Monastery & Portugese Bridge Tour ETHE03

Debrelibanos Monastery & Portugese Bridge Tour ETHE03

Overview

Debrelibanos Monastery lies northwest of Addis Ababa. Founded in the thirteenth century by Saint TekleHaimanot, the Monastery’s chief abbot was the second most powerful official in the Ethiopian Church. The Monastery complex sits on a terrace between a cliff and the gorge of one of the tributaries of the Abbay River (the Blue Nile). Along the side of the church, visitors may cross a river and proceed on foot up a hill where allegedly, SaintTekle Haimanot, prayed for many years; legend says that he stood on one foot for so long that the other foot fell off.  

Activities
Activities

In the morning, embark on a drive towards Debrelibanos Monastery, located 110 kilometers to the north of Addis Ababa. Explore this 13th-century monastery founded by Abune (father) Tekle Haimanot, peruse the intriguing collections within the church museum, and savor the awe-inspiring scenery featuring cascading waterfalls formed by the Jemma River. Get up close with the unique Gelada Baboon, and take a leisurely stroll around the area, making a pause to observe the remnants of the renowned "Portuguese bridge." Inside the church, marvel at the exquisite stained-glass windows depicting biblical history. The monastery's integral cave houses a spring revered as holy, drawing pilgrims from far and wide. Lunch at a local restaurant  Then drive back to Addis Ababa through the fertile Selale plateau, the land of the hospitable and kind local people. Transfer to the airport if you have international flight. 
What’s Included
  • Ground transportation service including all transfers
  • Entrance fees according to the tour program
  • English speaking local guide
  • Picnic lunch/ lunch at a local restaurant
  • Payment for scout/ranger
  • One litre of mineral water per person per day
What’s Excluded
  • Any other expenses which are not mentioned under what's included part
Contact Detail On Arrival

Ethiopian Holidays representative upon arrival will meet and assist. 

Email: ETHolidays@ethiopianairlines.com

Contact Number: + 251 115174204/4207/4205/4504 

Cancellation Policy

Date of cancellation                                                                    Penalty

More than 30 days before arrival                                              No fees

Between 29 and 21 days before the date of arrival               25% of the total value

Between 20 and 08 days before the date of arrival               50% of the total value

Less than 07 days before the date of arrival                          100%of the total value

Special Note

Hotel Bookings During the Following Peak Periods Will Be Treated as Special Cases and Will Be Subject to Availability, Revised Rates, And Applicable Booking Terms:

·         Meskel Festival: September 24–30

·         Ethiopian Christmas (Genna): January 7–10

·         Epiphany (Timket) Festival: January 16–23

·         African Union (AU) Summit: Late January or Early February (Exact Dates Vary Each Year and Will Be Advised Once Officially Announced).

·         Child fare will be below 2 yrs. free of charge, & 5 to12 yrs. 100 % of adult fare

·         Other language speaking guide 100.00 USD/group/day 

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Highlights
Tour Name Debrelibanos Monastery & Portugese Bridge Tour ETHE03
Sales Validity Start 13 August 2026
Sales Validity End 31 December 2026
Duration 1 day
Price
Group Size Price Per Person
1 USD 282
2 USD 146
3 to 4
USD 102
5 to 6
USD 66
7 to 8
USD 51
9 to 10
USD 52
11 to 14
USD 44
15 to 20
USD 35