Ein Tagesausflug zum Debre Libanos-Kloster und zur portugiesischen Brücke
Beschreibung
Der berühmte Mystiker Teclehaimanot gründete das Kloster in Debre Libanos, einem bedeutenden Zentrum des äthiopisch-orthodoxen Christentums. In der Nähe der kürzlich errichteten Kirche gibt es eine kleine Höhle, in der er angeblich sieben Jahre lang auf einem Bein gestanden haben soll, bis das andere verkümmerte und abfiel. Wenn wir Debre Libanos erreichen, ist unser erstes Ziel die Jemma-Schlucht. Der Jemma-Fluss, einer der Nebenflüsse des Nils, fließt in ein Tal, das fast tausend Meter unter der Oberfläche liegt. Wir können damit rechnen, hier in der Schlucht sowie in den umliegenden Wäldern den Schwarzkopfpirol, den Rotschnabelstar, den Weißschnabelstar und den Gebänderten Bartvogel zu beobachten.
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Reiseverlauf
Debre Libanos ist ein wichtiges Klosterzentrum für das äthiopisch-orthodoxe Christentum. Das Kloster wurde von dem berühmten Mystiker des 13. Jahrhunderts, dem Heiligen Teclehaimanot, gegründet. In der Nähe der Kirche (die erst vor kurzem erbaut wurde) gibt es eine kleine Höhle, in der er angeblich sieben Jahre lang auf einem Bein gestanden haben soll, bis das andere verkümmerte und abfiel. Auf dieser Tour können Besucher Geschichte und Kultur mit guter Vogelbeobachtung verbinden. Auf unserer Fahrt durch die Sululta-Ebene können wir das Rundhaus des Oromo-Volkes besuchen, um das Leben vor Ort kennenzulernen. Außerdem werden Sie Vögel wie Schwarzflügelregenpfeifer, Klunkeribis, Blauflügelgänse, Kraniche und Weizenähren sehen.
Der Jemma-Fluss ist einer der Nebenflüsse des Nils und das Tal darunter weist einen Höhenunterschied von fast 1000 Metern auf. Hier in der Schlucht (und im Wald rund um die Kirche) können wir damit rechnen, den Bandenbartvogel, den Schwarzkopfpirol, den Weißschnabelstar, den Rotschnabelstar, den Weißflügeligen Klippenschmätzer, die Weißrückenmeise, den Weißwangenturako und den Hemprichs Nashornvogel zu sehen. Wir werden auch eines der endemischen Säugetiere Äthiopiens sehen, den Dschelada oder Blutherzpavian. (In der Schlucht werden wir verschiedene Geierarten sehen: Lamergeyer-, Ruppell- und Ohrengeier.)
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Was ist inklusive
Abholorte & -zeiten
Wir holen Sie in jedem Teil der Stadt in Addis Abeba ab.
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Wichtige Informationen
- Kleinkinder müssen auf dem Schoß eines Erwachsenen sitzen.
- Nicht empfohlen für Reisende mit Wirbelsäulenverletzungen
- Begleittiere erlaubt
- In der Umgebung sind öffentliche Verkehrsmittel verfügbar.
- Kleinkinder können in einem Kinderwagen gefahren werden.
- Alle Bereiche und Böden sind rollstuhlgerecht.
- Die Transfermöglichkeiten sind rollstuhlgerecht.
- Rollstuhlgerechter Zugang
- Reisende sollten mindestens eine gute Fitness haben.
- Das Ziel liegt 100 km von der Hauptstadt entfernt und die Hin- und Rückfahrt dauert 3 Stunden.
Bewertungen(7)
Liyu adapted the tour to fit my schedule, which was very nice of them. This removed a stress knowing they would wait for me at the airport. My guide (Oli) was really good. He was very knowledgeable and answered all of my questions. We stopped at the Portuguese bridge and hung out for a little while before trying to look for the Gelada Baboon. The ones that we found weren't scared of us, so we could get farely close (great for picture taking). We finished off at the Monastery (one of the most important one of Ethiopia).
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We truly appreciate your kind words and your support. It was our great pleasure to host you in Ethiopia, and we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your journey with us. Your feedback means a lot to our team and motivates us to continue delivering the best possible service to all our guests. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future for another memorable experience. Warm regards, Liyu Ethiopia Tours Team
A day trip to Debre Libanos Monastery and the Portuguese Bridge offers a memorable blend of history, scenery, and culture. The experience feels peaceful, and the breathtaking views along the way. Especially, the Portuguese Bridge visiting experience is immersive for me, and the admission fee is modest, making it a great value. Expect to spend 4–6 hours, including travel and walking. The atmosphere is serene, less crowded. Local staff and guides are friendly. This trip is best for travelers who enjoy heritage sites, nature, and photography. I came to Ethiopia for the first time, and the hospitality and assistance I received from the local staff, driver, and guides exceeded my expectations; they were very cordial.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for choosing Liyu Ethiopia Tours! We’re truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us and that our team made your journey memorable. Your kind words mean a lot to us — they inspire our guides, drivers, and staff to continue delivering the highest level of service and authentic Ethiopian hospitality. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another adventure — whether to explore new regions or revisit your favorite places in Ethiopia!
It was a very unique experience where we got a good taste of authentic Ethiopian culture. We got an informative tour at the monastery and a fun hike with stunning views at the bridge. We also had a few viewpoint stops and saw monkeys. Our guide Oli and driver Danny were very welcoming and accommodating to our requests, needs and desires. The only downside was the road itself as it has a lot of potholes and significant traffic.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for choosing Liyu Ethiopia Tours! We’re truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us and that our team made your journey memorable. Your kind words mean a lot to us — they inspire our guides, drivers, and staff to continue delivering the highest level of service and authentic Ethiopian hospitality. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another adventure — whether to explore new regions or revisit your favorite places in Ethiopia!
The monastery and the Portuguese bridge in and of themselves, are nothing special. But the whole tour with the real impressions from Ethiopia (life in the villages, some customs and traditions) is really worthwhile. Especially with Oli! He is so attentive and hospitable. He has responded to every wish and has completely fulfilled his goal of making a beautiful and informative day for me.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for choosing Liyu Ethiopia Tours! We’re truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us and that our team made your journey memorable. Your kind words mean a lot to us — they inspire our guides, drivers, and staff to continue delivering the highest level of service and authentic Ethiopian hospitality. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another adventure — whether to explore new regions or revisit your favorite places in Ethiopia!
We had an amazing day trip to Debre Libanos and the Portuguese Bridge. Our guide was incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and spoke very good English, which made the experience even better. We were able to see everything on the itinerary, including the famous gelada baboons, which was a real highlight. Along the way, they took us to a local restaurant for lunch, and we also enjoyed a honey wine tasting, which was a great cultural touch. Kudoos to the driver as well! Everything was well organized and relaxed. I would definitely recommend this trip to anyone visiting the area.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for choosing Liyu Ethiopia Tours! We’re truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us and that our team made your journey memorable. Your kind words mean a lot to us — they inspire our guides, drivers, and staff to continue delivering the highest level of service and authentic Ethiopian hospitality. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another adventure — whether to explore new regions or revisit your favorite places in Ethiopia!
This was an all day trip which takes about 2 or 2.5 hours each way from Addis. The very sacred Church, which is visited by many Orthodox people from all around, is very interesting , with a historical museum attached, and the Portuguese Bridge is very scenic and striking with cliffs, waterfalls and a troop of Gelada Baboons which are a fascinating endemic family of Baboons which are very peaceful and acclimatized to people. Of course , like any wild animal viewing you have to be lucky in order to have them appear during your visit. I wasn't lucky but the very helpful guide send me photos and videos from a couple of days prior when they were present. The guide and driver were excellent and very attentive and provided useful information. women, be prepared to use squat toilets on the way and the walk to the Bridge and cliffs is very rocky and steep at times. A walking stick is a good idea if you not young and fit! However the guide was great about finding less steep options and lending a hand for balance. The rural markets, people herding their animals, and the farmland was scenic and very typical of most of Ethiopia outside of Addis, including sites of the traditional conical grass roofed houses and Teff and wheat fields. It was super fun to have a delicious lunch at a local restaurant with no cutlery or napkins, so be prepared with wet wipes and women with TP!
Thank you very much for sharing such a detailed and thoughtful review of your day trip to Debre Libanos Monastery and the Portuguese Bridge. We are truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed exploring Ethiopia’s rich culture, history, and landscapes with us. Your kind words about our guide and driver are greatly appreciated — we take pride in having a professional and caring team who always strive to make each guest feel safe, comfortable, and well looked after. We’re also happy to know you appreciated the authentic local experience, from the scenic countryside and traditional villages to the delicious local lunch! Thank you as well for sharing helpful tips for future travelers — this kind of feedback is invaluable. We hope to welcome you again on another adventure to discover even more of Ethiopia’s beauty.
very good ..nature and country side trip with professional guide. recommended if you are looking for an outside tour of addis
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback. We are truly pleased to know that your experience with Liyu Ethiopia Tours was a positive one. It was a pleasure to assist with your travel arrangements, and we are delighted that our services met your expectations. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and serve as a strong motivation for our entire team to continue delivering high-quality, personalized experiences. We look forward to the opportunity to welcome you again in the future.
