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Full Day Excursion to Blue Nile Gorge |
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Excursion to Blue Nile Gorge, Portuguese bridge, Debre Libanos Monastery and local farmers village visit.
The Blue Nile has a total length of 1, 450 kilometres (900 mi), of which 800 km (500 mi) are inside Ethiopia. The first European to have seen the Blue Nile in Ethiopia was Pedro Paez, a Spanish Jesuit who reached the river's source April 1613.
The Blue Nile Gorge found at 210 km North of Addis Ababa, is one of the most spectacular gorges in the world; bigger, wider and dipper than the Grand Canyon of US America.
A right turn after 100 km drive will take us to the 13th Century Monastery of Debre-Libanos. One of the endemic mammals of our country, The Gelada Baboon is also found near the cliff.
A few Kilometers from the monastery is the 16th century Portuguese Bridge also worth a visit. Continue the drive through the Selale or Shewan plain and farm lands till you reach the Gorge.
After having picnic lunch on either side of the river; drive back to Addis Ababa. |
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| Meet up location: From Hotel Guests are staying, assuming hotel is located within the city. |
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| End location: Where the tour started |
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| Duration: 10 hours |
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| Tour duration can vary due to the the length and number of stops you make on the route and during sightseeing. The above duration is maximum estimate. |
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Price in both options includes:
1)entrance fees at 13th century monastery, Portuguese bridge and local house and village visit on the way
2)English speaking professional and experienced tour guide
3)Newest model minivan fitted with AC and seat belt
4)Pick up clients from their hotel and drop off again at the end of the activities
5)driver allowance |
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| Tour #: 12508 |
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| Tour Type: Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Youth and Family |
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| Activity Level: Light |
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 Friendly: Yes. |
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| Kid Friendly: Yes. |
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| Language(s): English (fluent), Arabic (conversational) explanation |
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| Maximum travelers: 4 |
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