Ethiopia: Early Christianity, Simien Mountains, and Blue Nile Falls

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Overview

Simien Mountains NP

Along with evidence of early civilization, Ethiopia is home to temple ruins, rare endemic wildlife, and the source of the Nile. Witness and participate in the annual festival of the church of Maraimtsion in Axum. Supposed to house the Ark of the Covenent or the original tablets of Moses, Ethiopian Orthodox Christians flock to Axum each year to merely be in the presence of such historic artifacts. Overnight inside the Simien Mountains National Park to view fantastic wildlife such as the bleeding heart baboon and cruising Lammergeyer with its 12-foot wingspan! Explore ancient castles and beautiful murals depicting early Christianity in Gondar and grass-roofed monasteries on the islands of Lake Tana. With a final visit to Blue Nile Falls, the source of the Nile, this is a fantastic extension to round out your unique Coffee tour in Ethiopia or as a stand alone highlights tour of Ethiopia.

Adventure Highlights

• 8 Day/7 Night Cultural & Natural History extension
• Participate in the Pilgrimmage of Mariamtsion, Axum
• Explore wildlife in Simien Mountains National Park
• Lake Tana boat trip to island monasteries and murals
• Expert local guides
• 3 In-country flights included
• Accommodations and meals included

Church of Mariamtsion, Axum		Gondar Castle Ruins		Blue Nile Falls

 Overview  |  Photos  |  Itinerary (PDF)