Bahir Dar

Ethiopia

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Bahir Dar & Lake Tana

The city of Bahir Dar sits on the southern shores of Lake Tana, in Ethiopia's northern Amhara region. It is an attractive, hospitable city that serves as a base for visiting a number of attractions in the surrounding region, most notably the Blue Nile Falls and Lake Tana.

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Featured itineraries

Ethiopia's Historic Route

Discover Axum, Lalibela, Lake Tana, Bahir Dar and Gondar on this guided 10-day tour of Ethiopia's Historic Route. This sightseeing programme can also be extended to include walking in the Simien & Bale Mountains, remote Tigray, or the Rift Valley Lakes.

Destination

  • Ethiopia

Experience

  • Cultural Holidays

Prices from £2770 pp

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Ethiopia's Historic Route (with Tigray and Simiens)

This 2-week itinerary offers a comprehensive overview of Ethiopia's Historic Route - including Axum, Gondar, Lalibela, Lake Tana and Addis Ababa - as well as remote Tigray and the Simien Mountains.

Destination

  • Ethiopia

Experience

  • Cultural Holidays
  • Walking and Climbing

Prices from £3095 pp

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Accommodation

Abay Minch Lodge

Abay Minch is a comfortable garden lodge set in the centre of Bahir Dar, close to the monasteries of Lake Tana.

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Blue Nile Resort Hotel (Avanti)

The Blue Nile Resort(also known as Avanti Hotel & Resort) is a comfortable resort hotel situated on the shore of Lake Tana, in Bahir Dar.

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Jacaranda Hotel

Jacaranda Hotel is a smart, 3-star city hotel situated in Bahir Dar, within easy reach of Lake Tana.

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Kuriftu Lodge

Kuriftu Lodge occupies a prime location on the shores of Lake Tana, the source of the Blue Nile, where it enjoys cool off-shore breezes all year-round, as well as stunning lake views.

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Memories of Kilimanjaro, Safari and Zanzibar

The porters and mountain guides were the kindest individuals I have ever had the pleasure to meet.

Stephen and Emma