Day Tours To Crater Lake Bishoftu

65km far from Addis Ababa (1h30 driving),Bishoftu means sweetness in Oromo language and used to be known as Debre Zeit "Mount of Olives". Bishoftu can be reached in an hour drive from Addis and is a popular place for tourists and locals to relax and enjoying fresh air and natural landscapes. Bishoftu is the home of resorts and of five crater lakes (Bishoftu, Hora, Babogaya, Kuriftu and Chelekleka) as well as the gateway of Ethiopian great Rift Valley.

The tour will start by visiting Bishofu Lake which is the second deepest lake in Ethiopia (90 meters deep) and traditional ethiopian habitations(Tukul) to learn how to make the homemade alcohol drink (Areki). After enjoying traditional coffee ceremony, the tour will continue with a walk around Babogaya Lake. This is a chance to see plenty different bird species.

The Oromo-speaking town of Bishoftu is located fifty kilometers outside of Addis Ababa. Many residents of Addis Abeba take weekend trips to this area because of its many crater lakes. Day trips to the lakes or short hikes (the round of Lake Hora takes about half an hour) are both possible. Many flock here specifically to see the birds. The lake and spa are home to several eateries perfect for a midday meal.Debre Zeyt is home to five crater lakes, two of which may be seen upon arrival. You can go on short walks, observe birds, or snap pictures here. If you're looking for a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony, you can stop by a local coffee shop on your way to or from the crater lakes. Lunch will be provided at a neighboring resort after your excursion to the crater lakes. The resort's menu has surprisingly authentic Ethiopian and European dishes. We will transport you to a resort near a crater after lunch. From the architecture to the service,

Located on the northen tip of Bishoftu encompassing the smallest of the four lakes lies our flagship resort, Kuriftu Resort & Spa Bishoftu. Born from Mr. Tadiwos's vision to create luxury resort destinations in neighboring cities of the capital, this resort made its mark in 2007 as the first 5-star resort in the country. With just 14 rooms and a lakefront restaurant at the time, Mr. Tadiwos made his offical debut by setting the standard for luxury and exquisite service, attracting guests from around the world to this unique establishment.

Duration: 55 minutes

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.

Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes