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Wanchi Crater Lake and Tiya ETH11

Wanchi Crater Lake and Tiya ETH11

Overview
Wanchi Crater Lake is the beautiful legacy of a once-powerful volcano located within a mountain range between the towns of Ambo and Woliso. The beautiful lake is situated at an altitude of about 3000 m above sea level. Wanchi contains hot springs, waterfalls and breathtaking views of valleys and stunning scenery. On the island in the middle of the lake there is an ancient monastery named Cherkos. Wanchi also has indigenous forest reserves. The surrounding beauty mesmerizes visitors to Wanchi!
Activities
Activities

Drive to Lake Wonchi (160 km from Addis). Wonchi Crater Lake is the beautiful legacy of a once powerful volcano erupting in the Tertiary period of the Cenozoic era. This beautiful lake is exceptionally situated at an altitude of 2800m above sea level. Wonchi contains hot springs and waterfalls with breath-taking valleys and stunning scenery. Wonchi is the home of wonderful and indigenous forest reserves. Wonchi is truly regarded as a paradise for trekkers. Enjoy the spectacular scenic view of the lake positioned in the middle of the surrounding ringed hills covered by vegetation. You will trek on horseback to access the shore of the lake. Once you arrive at the Crater Lake, you are totally mesmerized by the beauty of the landscape and the freshness of the air. There are some aquatic bird species around the lake. 

 

There is a medieval period Qiorkos church on one of the islands. The church is accessible by local/wooden canoe/ boat. We will have short visit to the church. 

 

Overnight: Lodge/Hotel

Transfer to Tiya Stelae field which is registered in UNESCO’s world heritage list. Tiya Stelae park contains 36 monuments and several megaliths standing in the field bear swords, plants and other tools. The monuments are remains of an ancient Ethiopian culture dating back b/n 10th-12th centuries. While driving to Tiya, visit Addadi Mariam rock-hewn church built by King Lalibela in 12th c as to the church’s sources and is considered to be contemporary with the Lalibela churches. On the way back to Addis, visit Melka Kunture archaeological site. Melka Kunture is a Palaeolithic site. This site has yielded several eco facts and artifacts. A museum consisting of four buildings exhibits the artefacts and skeletons dating back to 1.8 million years. 

 

Proceed driving to Addis 

 

What’s Included
  • 1 Night hotel cost on Twin/Double room, and on Bed & Breakfast basis
  • Ground transportation service including all transfers
  • Entrance fees according to the tour program
  • English speaking local guide
  • Horse ride
  • Riding canoe boat
  • One litre of mineral water per person
What’s Excluded
  • Any other expenses which are not mentioned under what’s included section
Contact Detail On Arrival

Ethiopian Holidays representative upon arrival will meet and assist. 

Email: ETHolidays@ethiopianairlines.com

Contact Number: + 251 115174204/4207/4205/4504 

Cancellation Policy

Date of cancellation                                                                    Penalty

More than 30 days before arrival                                              No fees

Between 29 and 21 days before the date of arrival               25% of the total value

Between 20 and 08 days before the date of arrival               50% of the total value

Less than 07 days before the date of arrival                          100% of the total value

Special Note
Important Note

Hotel booking for the below festival period will be treated as special case (MESKEL FESTIVAL from Sep.24 to 30, EPIPHANY FESTIVAL from Jan.16 to 23 & either in late January or early February (the summit date is moving), during AU SUMMIT 

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Highlights
Tour Name Wanchi Crater Lake and Tiya ETH11
Sales Validity Start 25 January 2024
Sales Validity End 31 December 2025
Duration 2 day(s)
Price
Price Group Price Per Person
1 USD 645
2 USD 368
3 to 4
USD 285
5 to 6
USD 240
7 to 8
USD 216
9 to 10
USD 213
11 to 14
USD 211
15 to 20
USD 210