2 Days Ethiopian Rift Valley Lakes Tour from Addis Ababa

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About the Activity

Enjoy the freedom of stopping at different viewpoints to enjoy the dramatic view of the Ethiopian part of the Great East African Rift Valley by drive with a comfortable air conditioned Toyota Minivan, and learn from your professional experienced English speaking tour guide of the Ethiopian birdlife at the Rift Valley Lake of Ziway. Meet local families and partake a typical Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony, and see the bird life of the lakes and wildlife of the Abiyatta Shalla Lakes National Park. The tour also includes visiting the unique and still operational rock carved church of Adadi Mariam, Tiya Steles (a cemetery dating back to 12th – 14th Century AD and UNESCO World Heritage Site), and walking by Lake Ziway to spot a number of lowland water birds. The tour includes a total of 580 km drive in two days. On Thursdays or Sundays, experience local culture at the colorful weekly held cultural market at Adadi town.

2 days

Private Tour

Pickup offered

Instant Confirmation

Mobile ticket

Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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Travelers

Traveler : 1

Inclusions & Exclusions

Professional and experienced English speaking tour guide

Bottled water in the vehicle

Local family visits, Cultural Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony, onsite tour guides, and park scouts

Fees : Surcharges on fuel. Fuel surcharge

Comfortable insured private Toyota Corolla (1 or 2 people) or Minivan with AC and seat belts

Entrance (admission) fees to places of visits

Accommodations

Meals

And, any expense which are not mentioned in the "Included" list above

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Locations in the itinerary

Tiya World Heritage Site

Tiya, EthiopiaTake a guided tour visit the incredible stone grave markers at Tiya. The Steles of Tiya is one of Ethiopia’s sites listed as World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Here you will visit beautiful carved stone grave markers erected between the 12th and 14th Century AD in honor of important local heroes (warriors).1 hour • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location

Butajira

Butajira, EthiopiaStop at a couple of outlooks for the picturesque scenery of the Ethiopian part of the Great East African Rift Valley. You will also visit one of the villages of the local people of Silte for cultural experience.1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Lake Ziway

Ziway, EthiopiaSpot Ethiopian Lowland water birds by walking by the shores of the Rift Valley Lake of Ziway to see families of hippos (if lucky) and a number of birds such as Great white pelicans, Marabou Storks, African Fish Eagle, Sacred Ibis, Hammer Kops, etc Finally, drive 115 km south to the Rift Valley Lake of Awassa. If the weather is good, enjoy the beautiful sun set over the lake. 1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Melka Kunture

Addis Ababa, EthiopiaVisit Melka Kunture archaeological site to learn about humanity's evolutionary story. Set by the Awash River, visit Melka Kunture’s Museum to step back 1.8 million years. Discover stone tools from Homo erectus, witness fossilized footprints, & visit an open-air 800,000 years old butchery site. 40 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Accommodation : Not Included

Meals : Not Included

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup details

Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations

Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Any hotel/lodge in Addis Ababa OR ADDIS ABABA BOLE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Pickup points

Additional Information

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
June to Mid September is the rainy season where the tour runs. Please be prepared accordingly.
When visiting the rock church of Adadi Mariam, women are expected to be fully dressed and cover hairs.
We can help visitors book accommodations, if needed. Please contact us!

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

German
English
French

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket• Dress code is formal and when visiting churches women visitors are expected to be fully dressed and cover hairs

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Africa/Addis_Ababa time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by Merit Ethiopian Experience ToursCreated on 18 May 2018Created on 28 Jun 2025

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