Dagtocht van Addis Abeba naar Debre Libanos en de Portugese brug

A group of us joined the Day Trip from Addis Ababa to Debre Libanos and the Portuguese Bridge with Danakil Depression Tours, and it was one of the most enjoyable excursions of our trip. The monastery was fascinating, offering a glimpse into Ethiopia's rich religious heritage, while the dramatic views from the Portuguese Bridge were simply breathtaking. We were also lucky enough to spot several gelada baboons along the way, which made the day even more special. Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and shared interesting stories about every stop, making the experience both educational and fun. Everything was perfectly organized, from transportation to timing, allowing us to relax and enjoy every moment. We would definitely recommend Danakil Depression Tours to anyone looking for an unforgettable day outside Addis Ababa.

I recently took the Day Trip from Addis Ababa to Debre Libanos and the Portuguese Bridge with Danakil Depression Tours, and it turned out to be one of the most memorable experiences during my time in Ethiopia. The journey from Addis Ababa was smooth and well-organized. Along the way, we passed through beautiful highland scenery, with stunning views of the Jemma River Gorge. The landscapes alone made the trip worth it—rolling hills, dramatic cliffs, and plenty of opportunities for photos. At Debre Libanos Monastery, the atmosphere was peaceful and spiritual. Our guide explained the history and religious importance of the site in a very engaging way, which made the visit much more meaningful. We also had the chance to see local wildlife, including baboons near the cliffs. The highlight for me was the Portuguese Bridge. The views from there are absolutely breathtaking, especially overlooking the gorge and nearby waterfall. It’s a perfect spot to relax, take photos, and just enjoy nature.

Danakil depression tour is excellent tour operator in addis ababa ,i booked two day tours both debre libanos and debre zeit was an amazing experience. All crew are supper organized. Debre Libanos is a mixture of History & Natural beauty. Its approx 100km North of Addis Ababa. Primarily famous for Monastary were Saint Tekele Haimanoth penanced. Also nearby in the valley of one of Blue Nile Tributaries nestled 400 year old bridge build from Ostrich Eggs & Limestone by Portugal's Army in 16th century. During Ethiopian rainy seasons (June - September) one would come across spontaneous water falls. The water from this waterfall gets merged with one of Blue Nile Tributaries which in turn be a part of larger "Tis Abbay" waterfalls some 50 km downstream from Debre Libanos. To reach Portuguese Bridge waterfall one has to hike about 900 meters down towards valley from the Main Road. Due to rainy seasons, the tracks are slippery & needs local guide assistance. Luckily now a days local authority has posted few. This was my third visit & in my 3rd visit I was lucky to spot the waterfalls underneath Portuguese Bridge. The waterfall makes three steps before it reach to bottom of valley. The view of 3 step waterfall is menacing as water flows abundantly & gushing into valley with full forces. The views is fantastic. Thank you so much for a great experience

What a great day trip with our Mickey and driver Delarosa This tour was an excellent insight into a little part of Ethiopia. The Rift Valley and Portuguese Bridge are spectacular places to see. This is a must do trip with Danakil depression Tours, who are well organised and efficient. Mickey was the best guide - full of fantastic information and stories. He is a genuinely nice guy, who is passionate about his job and love of his country. He really made this one of the highlights of our 7 week trip through Africa.Thanks Alex. Also thanks to zekarias for being a good driver and keeping us safe. Definitely need to visit Ethiopia again and do more tours with Mickey.

We took a day trip (family of 5) to the monastery, cave and 13th century Portuguese Bridge with my mother Danakil Depression Tours picked us up at our residence and took us north. While on the trip there the tour guide was very informative and we jammed to local Ethiopian music. They were very friendly, spoke clear English, and patient with the kids. The transportation was spotless and comfortable and the driver was great and friendly, pulling over for us to take photos when we asked. Living in Ethiopia for the past 9 months and using 2 other tour groups, this one does not compare. They strive for excellence, have open communication with their clients and make sure to give you a memorable day filled with fun, culture and history. I cannot recommend this company enough!

From communication before our tour, to picking us up for our tour, throughout the tour and dropping us off -- this was a fantastic experience!!! Our guide picked us up at our hotel given to us by Ethiopian Airlines and we had a fantastic day exploring Addis! We went to a museum and saw Lucy, had smoothies and our guide's favorite spot, went behind the scenes at the market, saw an overview of the city, had a FANTASTIC traditional Ethiopian meal, had delicious coffee and got dropped back off at our hotel! Not before our guide helped us to get our shoes cleaned (a local spot on the corner) to get some dust off that had accumulated throughout the day! I could not recommend this tour enough!! Great for a quick layover in Addis when you want to experience the city!! Able to customize as well!