Bahir Dar Overnight Tour – Lake Tana & Blue Nile Falls (2 Days / 1 Night)
About
Discover the natural beauty and spiritual treasures of Bahir Dar, Ethiopia’s lakeside jewel. Cruise on Lake Tana, the source of the Blue Nile, and explore ancient island monasteries like Ura Kidane Mehret and Kebran Gabriel, home to centuries-old frescoes and sacred manuscripts.
Visit the spectacular Blue Nile Falls (Tis Issat) and stroll scenic trails with panoramic viewpoints. Overnight by the lake, enjoy lakeside relaxation, and return to Addis Ababa enriched by the landscapes, culture, and spiritual heritage of Ethiopia’s northern highlands.
Bahir Dar • Lake Tana • Blue Nile Falls • Addis Ababa
- Round-trip domestic flights (Addis Ababa ⇄ Bahir Dar)
- Private vehicle & guiding
- Boat trip on Lake Tana with monastery visits
- Afternoon excursion to Blue Nile Falls
- 1-night hotel stay (per package tier)
- Daily breakfast + bottled water
- International airfare
- Visa fees
- Tips & gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Activity level: Light walking & hiking trails at Blue Nile Falls
- Suitable for ages 10–80
- Cultural sensitivity recommended at monasteries
- Booking recommended at least 5 days in advance
- Optional sunset boat rides available with VIP package
Itinerary
Day 1 — Addis Ababa → Bahir Dar: Lake Tana & Blue Nile Falls
Morning: Flight Addis Ababa → Bahir Dar
Midday: Scenic boat trip on Lake Tana; visit monasteries Ura Kidane Mehret and Kebran Gabriel
Afternoon: Excursion to Blue Nile Falls, hike trails, enjoy panoramic viewpoints
Evening: Overnight stay in Bahir Dar
Day 2 — Bahir Dar → Addis Ababa
Morning: Breakfast at hotel; optional lakeside stroll or market visit
Late Morning: Flight Bahir Dar → Addis Ababa
Afternoon: End of tour
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