Escape the hustle and bustle of Addis Ababa and embark on an unforgettable overnight trip to Wonchi Crater Lake. Immerse yourself in the countryside life and culture of Ethiopia, explore hot mineral springs, waterfalls, and beautiful valleys, and visit an ancient monastery on a lake island.
Escape the hustle and bustle of Addis Ababa and embark on an unforgettable overnight trip to Wonchi Crater Lake. Immerse yourself in the countryside life and culture of Ethiopia, explore hot mineral springs, waterfalls, and beautiful valleys, and visit an ancient monastery on a lake island.
Escape to Addis: A Journey to the Stunning Wonchi Crater Lake
Wonchi - Located 155 km west of Addis Ababa, between Ambo and Welliso, Wonchi Crater Lake is a serene destination. This extinct volcano, with its peak at 3380m above sea level, features a large lake, hot mineral springs, waterfalls, and picturesque valleys and farmland. An ancient…
Escape to Addis: A Journey to the Stunning Wonchi Crater Lake
Wonchi - Located 155 km west of Addis Ababa, between Ambo and Welliso, Wonchi Crater Lake is a serene destination. This extinct volcano, with its peak at 3380m above sea level, features a large lake, hot mineral springs, waterfalls, and picturesque valleys and farmland. An ancient monastery with a church is nestled on one of the lake’s islands.
Travel approximately 155 km to leave the bustling city of Addis Ababa behind and find tranquility at Wonchi Crater Lake and its village. Upon arrival, choose between a horseback ride or a 4 km hike lasting one and a half to two hours. Begin at the crater’s rim from Kala, about 3300m above sea level. Enjoy breathtaking views and waterfalls along the trail, and from the lake’s shore, take a boat to the small island monastery church of Deber Kirkos, a site of historical significance.
ITINERARY
- Meet in the lobby of the Ghion Hotel at 7:10 AM, with drop-off at the Ghion or your nearby location.
- Begin trekking or horseback riding while taking in the stunning scenery.
- Enjoy a boat trip to the lake island, home to the historical church.
The Wonchi tour offers an optional overnight stay for those interested.
* Return the next day if booked for a two-day or overnight stay at Negash Lodge / Weliso.
Morning Drive from Wonchi Crater Lake to Addis Ababa
Wonchi - Travel approximately 155 km to leave the bustling city of Addis Ababa behind and find tranquility at Wonchi Crater Lake and its village. Upon arrival, choose between a horseback ride or a 4 km hike lasting one and a half to two hours. Begin at the crater’s rim from Kala, about 3300m above sea level. Enjoy breathtaking views and waterfalls along the trail, and from the lake’s shore, take a boat to the small island monastery church of Deber Kirkos, a site of historical significance.
ITINERARY
- Meet in the lobby of the Ghion Hotel at 7:10 AM, with drop-off at the Ghion or your nearby location.
- Begin trekking or horseback riding while taking in the stunning scenery.
- Enjoy a boat trip to the lake island, home to the historical church.
The Wonchi tour offers an optional overnight stay for those interested.
- Private transportation
- Entry/Admission to Wonchi crater lake
- Lunch
- Dinner
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Parking fees
- Horse riding and Boat Trip at the lake
- Private transportation
- Entry/Admission to Wonchi crater lake
- Lunch
- Dinner
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Parking fees
- Horse riding and Boat Trip at the lake
- Alchole drink and Tips
- Alchole drink and Tips
Clients will enjoy an incredible journey experiencing the rural lifestyle and culture of Ethiopia. Moreover, they can escape the hustle and bustle of Addis Ababa and find tranquility at Wonchi Crater Lake and village. With hot mineral springs, waterfalls, stunning valleys, and farmland, there is also an ancient monastery with a church located on one of the lake’s islands.
Clients will enjoy an incredible journey experiencing the rural lifestyle and culture of Ethiopia. Moreover, they can escape the hustle and bustle of Addis Ababa and find tranquility at Wonchi Crater Lake and village. With hot mineral springs, waterfalls, stunning valleys, and farmland, there is also an ancient monastery with a church located on one of the lake’s islands.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
