Wanchit River Camp is located on the banks of one of the largest tributaries of Blue Nile river, not far from the capital but already in the great highlands and Amhara plateau.
Wake up early in the morning in a village, wait for the stars in the night under a big tree, fall asleep listening to the flow of a river…our tented camps are simple and small accommodations in great naturalistic location that allow you to enjoy this experience in a safe environment and in contact with the local communities.
Wanchit River Camp is 190 km north from Addis Ababa and around 2 km from the main road from Muketuri to Midda: it’is located on the banks of one of the largest tributaries of Blue Nile river, not far from the capital but already in the great highlands and Amhara plateau.
There are beautiful excursions for birdwatchers but also there is a nice one-day-hike up to Dengare Mariam church. It is possible to relax and bath in the river, visit the towns nearby like Alem Ketema and the weekly markets and also Melkisedek monastery.
Facilities
The camp is equipped with all essentials but sleeping bags and water bottles. All meals are included and prepared by our experienced cook. Vegetarian or vegan menus are available on request. We cook local, fresh and organic products; the water is provided in reusable jars. Please bring your own reusable bottle.
To sleep and relax there are three big tents with cots, mattresses, pillows; living area, dry toilet and shower. There is a dining area with tables, chairs and kitchen. It is also possible to book igloo tents with only mattresses and common toilet and showers.
Proposals
For quotation and booking please contact us
