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Bishoftu, Wenchi, Tiya, Adadi Maryam, Debre Libanos & Lake Langano, Ethiopia Oromia

The Crater Lake Circuit

Volcanic lakes, ancient stelae and cliff monasteries near Addis

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About The Crater Lake Circuit

The Crater Lake Circuit is a rewarding collection of natural and cultural wonders within easy reach of Addis Ababa. It links the blue crater lakes of Bishoftu, the stunning volcanic lake of Wenchi on its mountain summit, and the beach-lined Lake Langano — one of the few Ethiopian lakes safe for swimming.\n\nAlong the way, travellers discover the mysterious medieval stelae of Tiya (a UNESCO site), the rock-hewn church of Adadi Maryam, and the cliffside monastery of Debre Libanos, perched above a spectacular gorge that is home to gelada baboons and lammergeyer vultures.

Highlights

What Makes It Special

Wenchi Crater Lake
Tiya stelae (UNESCO)
Debre Libanos monastery
Lake Langano swimming beaches
Blue crater lakes of Bishoftu
Must See

Top Attractions

Wenchi Crater Lake

Tiya stelae field

Adadi Maryam church

Debre Libanos monastery

Portuguese Bridge and Blue Nile gorge

Lake Langano

When to Go

Best Time to Visit

October – March: dry and ideal for day trips
Weekends are popular — go midweek
Year-round accessible from Addis Ababa
Experiences

Activities

Hiking around Wenchi Crater Swimming and watersports on Langano Boat trips on Bishoftu lakes Monastery and church visits Gelada and vulture watching at Debre Libanos

Getting There

Day trips from Addis Ababa (1–3 hours each site)
Paved roads to most locations
Combine sites into a 2–3 day circuit

Accommodation

Lake resorts on Langano
Lodges at Wenchi and Bishoftu
Eco-camps by the crater lakes

Quick Info

Location

Bishoftu, Wenchi, Tiya, Adadi Maryam, Debre Libanos & Lake Langano, Ethiopia

Region

Oromia

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