Explore Debre Libanos Monastery: Discover history, stunning stained glass, and sacred sites on a captivating day trip from Addis Ababa.
Explore Debre Libanos Monastery: Discover history, stunning stained glass, and sacred sites on a captivating day trip from Addis Ababa.
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Debre Libanos - Discover the Debre Libanos Monastery, a significant Ethiopian Orthodox site.
Visit the church museum to view religious artifacts and Italian firearms.
There is debate regarding the origins of the so-called Portuguese Bridge. Some believe it was constructed in the 16th century by the Portuguese, while others claim it was built by Ras…
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Debre Libanos - Discover the Debre Libanos Monastery, a significant Ethiopian Orthodox site.
Visit the church museum to view religious artifacts and Italian firearms.
There is debate regarding the origins of the so-called Portuguese Bridge. Some believe it was constructed in the 16th century by the Portuguese, while others claim it was built by Ras Darge, Menelik’s uncle, in the 19th century. After crossing the bridge, turn left along the riverbank until reaching a large rock, perfect for viewing the 600-meter waterfall. Spot the Galada Baboons, which are unique to Ethiopia.
Explore the cave of Tekla Haimanot, the monastery’s founder, and the source of the holy water.
Gain insight into the history of the monastery and the Ethiopian Orthodox Church.

- Private transportation
- All entrance fees
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Coffee or tea
- Government tax
- Private transportation
- All entrance fees
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Coffee or tea
- Government tax
- personal expense like, shopping any alcoholic Drink
- Tips
- personal expense like, shopping any alcoholic Drink
- Tips
Embark on a day trip from Addis Ababa to Debre Libanos. Explore the church, its museum, and the cave of Tekla Haimanot, the monastery’s founder.
Leave Addis Ababa at 7:30 AM. Located just over 100 kilometers from the city, Debre Libanos is a top choice for a day trip from the Ethiopian capital. The church is grand, and while its exterior may not be the…
Embark on a day trip from Addis Ababa to Debre Libanos. Explore the church, its museum, and the cave of Tekla Haimanot, the monastery’s founder.
Leave Addis Ababa at 7:30 AM. Located just over 100 kilometers from the city, Debre Libanos is a top choice for a day trip from the Ethiopian capital. The church is grand, and while its exterior may not be the most appealing, the stained glass windows are captivating.
Debre Libanos boasts one of Ethiopia’s most fascinating church museums. In addition to the usual religious artifacts, the museum features Italian guns, large cooking pots, crowns of former emperors and their consorts, musical instruments, and ancient wooden shackles.
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.