Overview
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9 hours
Mobile ticket
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
Additional Info
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
What To Expect
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
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.
Options
Day Trip to Debre Zeit/ Bishoftu
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or tea
Other Services which are not mentioned on the inclusion section
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Confirmed my booking but did not show up on the day
428amandas,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Very 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
50km from Addis Ababa!
AriNunes,May 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00If 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!
Nice day out
Tatiana C,Apr 4, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing experience and incredible landscape. More than I expected. The guides were friendly and funny.
Do not take this tour
Lucas A,Jun 2, 2021
- Review from Viator
1.00Several 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.
So refreshing.
801victory,Feb 4, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The 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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