Travelers Can Enjoyed a Breath taking Crater Lakes of Bishoftu as well as epic Landscape of Crater
Lakes with in Bishoftu a Boat trip and Hiking to lake Hora as well as Bird watching
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
9:00 AM
Next available
Sat, Oct 10
Adult (ages 18–60)
$56
Senior (ages 61–90)
$56
Youth (ages 13–17)
$46
Child (ages 3–12)
$36
Infant (ages 0–2)
$21
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Tour Options
Day Trip to Debre Zeit/ Bishoftu
Pickup included
Itinerary
120 min
The best way to appreciate this scenic body of water is from the crater rim at one of the hotels, drink in hand. The view is sensational. According to local lore, this, the second-deepest lake in Ethiopia, is home to a sleeping devil. From time to time his evil gases kill the fish and send them bobbing to the surface to be scooped up by delighted waterbirds.
Bishoftu
90 min
Lying just north of the town centre, Lake Hora is the wildest of Bishoftu's lakes and features some outstanding birdlife along its lushly vegetated slopes. There's a footpath around the lake, but never go alone as theft is a real concern. Sadly there's no reliable local guide that can be recommended in the area.
Admission included120 min
Lake Babogaya (formerly named Bishoftu Guda) is the site of most of Bishoftu's high-end resorts. With its beautiful backdrop of volcanic Mt Yerer, this circular lake is scenic to boot. There will be a boat trip on this Lake
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or tea
Not included
Other Services which are not mentioned on the inclusion section
Pickup Locations & Times
Addis Ababa Tito street near to Intercontinental hotel.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.2
5 reviews
5
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4
1
3
0
2
0
1
2
How it compares in Addis Ababa
Starting price $56 is 57% below the typical $130 for tours of similar length in Addis Ababa
Excurgo comparison of 560 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Day Trip to Debre Zeit/ Bishoftu take?
Day Trip to Debre Zeit/ Bishoftu lasts about 9 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Day Trip to Debre Zeit/ Bishoftu cost?
Prices start at $56 per person for this Addis Ababa experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Day Trip to Debre Zeit/ Bishoftu run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.
How much does Day Trip to Debre Zeit/ Bishoftu cost for children?
Children aged 3–12 pay from $36, adults from $56.
Can I cancel Day Trip to Debre Zeit/ Bishoftu for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Addis Ababa Tito street near to Intercontinental hotel. Pickup points include Addissinia Hotel, Friendship International Hotel.
What languages is Day Trip to Debre Zeit/ Bishoftu offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Day Trip to Debre Zeit/ Bishoftu worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.2 out of 5 across 5 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Guide to Addis.
Reviews(5)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4
428amandas
April 19, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Confirmed my booking but did not show up on the day
Very disappointing. I booked, prepaid and received a confirmation for this trip. But on the day, I was waiting at the agreed pick up and time. The tour guide did not show. After 20 minutes wait, I tried calling the tour company's number - which was out of service. My hotel reception helped me to try another number that is listed online for Guide to Addis, and they hung up on me. After one hour, the guide had still not arrived and so I made a different arrangement to get me to Debre Zeit.
I have requested a refund from Trip Advisor
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AriNunes
May 19, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
50km from Addis Ababa!
If you are in Addis Ababa with a free day, visiting Debre-Zeit could be a good option to spend some time. It's not far, 50 km!
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Tatiana_C
April 4, 2024 · via Viator
Nice day out
Amazing experience and incredible landscape. More than I expected. The guides were friendly and funny.
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Lucas_A
June 2, 2021 · via Viator
Do not take this tour
Several things, the driver didn't speak English (even though I requested an English speaking driver/guide), he got lost, and most importantly, he didn't know/understand the itinerary.
After speaking with the management of this tour company, it seems they didn't read the itinerary as well. This was a complete mess and I never got to take the actual tour, despite having to sit in a car for about 3 hours or so, round-trip.
If you value your time and money, do not book this tour.
1 people found this helpful
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801victory
February 4, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
So refreshing.
The Day trip to the Bishoftu lake was really great everything was well organized we have visited three beautiful lakes which were the most amazing place to refresh our minds.
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