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Menagesha National Forest, Gefersa Reservoir & Entoto Mountains Day Trip

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Step into nature, history, and culture on this immersive full-day adventure with Dejene Ethiopia Tours. Depart Addis Ababa in the morning and travel west to Menagesha National Forest, one of Africa’s oldest protected forests. Walk lush mountain trails with your guide while spotting wildlife such as colobus monkeys, Menelik’s bushbuck, and endemic birds including the Ethiopian oriole and Abyssinian woodpecker.

Continue to the serene Gefersa Reservoir, an ideal place for birdwatching and a relaxing picnic lunch surrounded by nature. Watch waterbirds glide across the water while enjoying the peaceful landscape.

In the afternoon, journey to the historic Entoto Mountains for sweeping panoramic views of Addis Ababa. Visit Entoto Maryam Church, a significant religious and historical landmark tied to Ethiopia’s imperial past.

End your day with an authentic Ethiopian coffee ceremony or optional souvenir shopping before returning comfortably to your hotel. This experience perfectly blends wild nature, Ethiopian heritage, and cultural immersion into a memorable day trip.

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Duration - 1 days
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Menagesha National Forest – Gefersa Reservoir – Entoto Mountains, Addis Ababa Region, Ethiopia

  • Professional licensed guide 
  • Private round-trip transport 
  • Hotel pick-up & drop-off 
  • Picnic lunch 
  • Bottled water 
  • Entrance fees 
  • Guided forest hike
  • Personal expenses 
  • Additional snacks & drinks 
  • Travel insurance 
  • Optional shopping purchases 
  • Tips/gratuities
  • Wildlife viewing: Best seen during morning hikes 
  • Fitness level: Moderate walking required 
  • Altitude: Entoto Mountains sit above 3,000m — pace is relaxed 
  • Photography: Excellent bird & landscape opportunities 
  • What to bring: Comfortable shoes, light jacket, sun protection

Itinerary

Morning

Hotel pick-up in Addis Ababa

Drive to Menagesha National Forest

Guided nature hike & wildlife spotting

Midday

Transfer to Gefersa Reservoir

Picnic lunch & birdwatching

Afternoon

Drive to Entoto Mountains

Visit Entoto Maryam Church

Scenic viewpoints & exploration

Late Afternoon

Coffee ceremony or souvenir shopping

Return to hotel

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