Mount Entoto- Travel Tips
What to See, How to Plan & Tours- Historical & Cultural
- 5 Reviews
Reviews of Entoto
Johan van der Walt - 4
Really nice view of Addis Ababa and there are a few nice restaurants to visit at the lookout location/gate. Note that there are other locations/gates as well with different attractions but we did not visit them. Just a few pointers for anyone thinking of visiting 1. All responses to questions and other sources states that entrance is free when it is not. There is a 1000 Birr entrance fee per adult (Different lower price for locals) and they only accept Cash, no card facilities available. 2. There is no Wi-Fi at any of the restaurants or other shops so unless you have roaming which is charged at 2-5$ per MB make sure that your driver waits for you to take you down again. There is not a lot of taxi services waiting up there and you could be stuck for a while or forced to negotiate at a ridiculous rate. (Personal experience). 3. When arranging a taxi or any form of transport ensure that the vehicle is in proper condition as the road up and down the mountain is steep, you don’t want a brake failure when going down. (Personal experience). 4. Not all of the shops/restaurants have card facilities so I would ensure that I have some cash if you would like to keep your options open. Visiting the lookout location is still a worthwhile outing, but you are not going to spend hours there unless you are also planning on visiting one of the restaurants.
tticha. k - 5
You can get the beautiful view of the city from here, and the forest view is breathtaking. Entry is free, just show your passport or id.
tewodros wondwossen - 5
Had a great time @ the lung of Addis Ababa, the place to be if you are in need of spiritual uplifting or if you enjoy running on sundays upto the peak but be ready it is a treacherous uphill track of 8 km distance and for anyone who is a nature admirer. Mt. Entoto is @ 3100 mtr ASL
Eyob Tadesse - 4
Awesome views of Addis Once you get over the hardship of the hike to the top, you can expect to see most of the city from the newly contracted view point. I was surprised to find a pedestrian and bicycle trails which are located about a hundred meters up hill from the view point
Peter Pan - 5
Place is awesome - a nice church and a very kind tour guide. We had a great time there but be aware - rather navigate to the church rather to the mountain top otherwise you will be stuck in the middle of nowhere.
