Day Trip to Lake Ziway
- 8.3–10 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
- Taking a cruise around the nesting grounds of Tulu Simbero, - Spot rare and endemic birds in the marshes and forests. - Spotting native birds nesting on Bird Island. - Viewing thousand-year-old relics at the sacred Maryam Tsion monastery. - See local fishermen at work on traditional reed boats.
Inclusions
What's included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Coffee and/or Tea
What's not
- Things which are not listed in the inclusion
Itinerary
Lake ziway is on of the fresh water Rift Valley Lakes in Ethiopia . In this Lake The church of Maryam Tsion which Once Housed The Ark of The Covenant to Hide it from invaders. The island is full of different specious of Bird life ,Hippos and Rich in Fishery production.
During the scenic boat ride across Lake Ziway, passengers will enjoy observing native birds and the local fishermen on their reed boats. Upon arrival at the island of Tulu Gudo, visitors are met by local guides and introduced to the unique culture of the Zay people. Though just 900 of them live on the island, their culture and language are completely different from the surrounding Oromo people. Visitors pass through the village and meet the community, experience the local way of life, and discover their traditional weaving. The Maryam Tsion monastery is the highlight of the tour. Home to a fascinating collection of ancient relics dating back almost 1,100 years, the monastery features relics such as the beautiful Gedle-Kidusen manuscript, a parchment book written in Ge’ez, the ancient language of Ethiopia. After the tour, visitors hike to an open-air restaurant and can relax with a traditional lunch of freshly caught and grilled fish served with local vegetables and enjera, Ethiopian sourdough flat bread.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Ethio Travel And Tours
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Addis Ababa
- Its from-price is 72% above the median of the 83 day trips we list in Addis Ababa.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 54 of 83.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia's capital, stands high on a plateau among eucalyptus-covered hills, with museums, markets, churches and African Union offices.
At around 2,400 metres, Addis Ababa is one of the highest capitals in the world, laid out on the slopes of the Entoto hills. The National Museum of Ethiopia tells the story of human origins through Lucy, a 3.2-million-year-old partial skeleton found in the country in 1974, while the Ethnological Museum is housed in a former imperial palace. Holy Trinity Cathedral and Saint George Cathedral are important churches, and Meskel Square hosts large gatherings.
Top-ranked sights in Addis Ababa: National Museum of Ethiopia, Mt. Entoto, IES Ethnographic Museum (Addis Ababa University).
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