5 Days Northern Ethiopia Tour Itinerary
Day 1. Flight to Bahirdar
Today morning we start our safari with a flight to Bahir Dar which is located on the shores of Lake Tana the largest lake in Ethiopia. The lake is known for its 37 Islands and several of them were religious concentrations like Monasteries between the 14th and 19th Century. The area has Mediterranean kind of weather. The streets are decorated with palm tree lines which make the town a little more attractive. This town is also an administrative capital for the regional government of the Amhara people. We shall drive about an hour from the center to the small town of Tissisat where we shall spend our cool morning taking a walk around as we admire the falls and meet the local people. We shall cross the Portuguese bridge that was constructed in the 17th century over the Nile. We shall cross to the other side of the Nile while using a small boat and then we shall get back into our car.
Later that afternoon we shall use a boat to cross lake Tana to the Peninsula of Zeghie where we shall atake a walk to two old monasteries from the 14th century: the UraKidaneMehret and Azwa Mariam monasteries. The monasteries will give you a sneak picture into the old orthodox architecture.
Overnight Jacaranda Hotel.
Day 2. Drive to Gondar (Camelot of Africa)
Today we head to Gondar which is a UNESCO world heritage site, our drive will be about 185km and we shall go through the landscapes of the Amhara region. This area is also the gates to the Simien Mountains. The Gondar ton was a capital for many Ethiopian emperors between the 17th and 18th Century. There are many castles here because of these reasons and we shall take time and visit some of them. After our lunch, we shall go to the area where the Timkat festival is held every year. This is one of the most sought after and famous events in the Ethiopian calendar. The event is about celebrating the baptism of Jesus Christ.
Overnight in Gondar – Haile Hotel.
Day 3. Day Trip To Simien Mountains National Park
We shall have breakfast and dive to the mountains of the Simien, they are also a UNESCO world heritage site. The drive from Gondar to this area is very rewarding with good scenery. These mountain ranges are a spot that houses the rare Gelada baboons and it’s also home to the Ethiopian endemic birds like the Thick-billed Raven and Wattled Ibis. The Afro montane forest is one of the famous attractions you out not miss while here, the woodland and grasslands. Return back to Gondar for overnight.
Overnight Haile Hotel or similar
Day 4. Drive to Lalibela (Eight Wonders of the World)
After our breakfast, we shall drive to another UNESCO world heritage site, Lalibera. We shall drive through the northern region and explore all its scenic views. Some people refer to Lalibera as the “New Jerusalem” as it is very famous for the many churches including the Eight wonders of the world. The Hewn churches here are commended for the on which they stand making different human features.
Overnight Top Twelve Hotel or Similar.
Day 5. Visit of Lalibela Churches Then Flight To Addis
Wes hall explore the rock hewn churches in Lalibera. The cluster of churches here in the northwest include Bet Meskel, Bet Danaghel, Bet MedhaneAlem, Bet Maryam, Bet Mikael & Bet Golgotha are among those you will have to look out for. We shall transfer to the airport for your flight to Addis Ababa.
End of the tour//
