24 Apr 2023
I had a blast on the Debre Libanos day tour with Yihun and Sisay, the best guides ever! I chose them based on the rave reviews they got on here, and they didn’t disappoint. Yihun spoke perfect English, which was awesome because I only knew a few words in Amharic. As soon as we left the city, we spotted a hyena darting across the street - what a thrilling start! We stopped for coffee at a cozy local spot where other tourists also gathered. The aroma was so tempting that I couldn’t resist having a cup, even though I’m not a coffee lover. On our way to Debre Libanos, we were lucky enough to encounter a large troop of gelada baboons. At the Monastery, we met a monk who gave us a fascinating tour of the museum and the church, which was closed to the public but opened specially for us. He was very knowledgeable and answered all my questions. Then we hiked to the Portuguese bridge and enjoyed a stunning view of the Blue Nile Gorge. After that, we savored a delicious traditional meal with a coffee ceremony and a sip of the local liquor. The ride back was full of laughter and stories as we exchanged our experiences. I can’t wait to book them again for my next trip to Ethiopia!