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About Menagesha Suba Forest
The oldest conservation area in East Africa, Menagesha Suba Forest has been protected by imperial decree since the mid 15th Century. At 2500 ha, it represents the largest remaining patch of indigenous forest in the Addis Ababa area, and as such is an excellent spot for walking, birding and wildlife spotting.
- Climb Damocha Peak (3385m)
- See forest mammals such as guereza monkeys and the endemic Menelik’s Bushbuck
- Look for endemic species including Ethiopian oriole, yellow-fronted parrot, black-winged lovebird, banded barbet, Abyssinian woodpecker and Abyssinian catbird
Spend a day out in nature, learning about endemic flora and fauna, with this tour from Addis Ababa to Menagesha Suba Forest Park. Your professional driver can pick you up at the airport or at your hotel and take you out to the park, where you’ll have plenty of time to explore. All sorts of creatures live in the park, from tropical birds to endemic antelope.
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Just 40km from Addis Ababa, Menagesha Suba Forest offers a breath of fresh air and a very contrasting landscape. Here, you can meander through forest trails, encounter endemic wildlife and even trek to the summit of Mt Wuchacha (3380m). Some of the giant juniper and wanza (Podocarpus) trees on the western slope of the crater are said to be over 400 years old.
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- An experienced professional English-speaking local guide
- Private vehicle transport from Addis Ababa and back
- Lunch
- Entrance fees
- Additional Services
- Insurance
- Food & Drinks
- Tickets
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