Maps & Activities
Maps & Activities
Entoto Kidane Mehret
Community (1) and Sanctuary (32)
Entoto Kidane Mehret (1), as the base for the wild and adventurous hikes, falls naturally for many reasons; the most significant reason is the place's uniquely inviting cosiness and its views' varied and high drama of the landscape. The fact that taxis and buses have this romantic Sanctuary (32) as the end station at the mountain's base makes this secluded and charming mountain town even more convenient besides its appealing attraction. Therefore, the buses and taxis frequently come to Entoto Kidane Mehret before they turn downhill towards Shero Meda. They soon arrive at the Shero Meda (Shiromeda) station and society and further to the central part of the Capital. This northern outskirt of the Capital offers surprising topographical accessibility, both to the attractive settlement's traditional facilities and a gateway to the beauty of the actual mountain massif.
The Accommodation & Station
Shero Meda (Shiromeda) Community.
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Accommodation and Food Services |
Guest Houses, Hotels and Restaurants.
Continuing up to the mountain massif and Entoto Natural Park, this offers an exclusive selection of accommodations. As the area progresses, it is an excellent opportunity for restaurants, cafes in Entoto Kidane Mehret (1) and even hotels some miles north of Shero Meda's (Shiromeda) centre.The graceful invitation to the waiting adventures
Beneath Entoto Kidane Mehret (32), the first impression is enticing and surprising, much due to the attractive path to the inviting river dell (5) - [A], which constitutes here a gateway to this captivating Nature. Thus, this place is a welcoming initiation to real Nature and delivers a view of the mountain massif from a cosy atmosphere of purging water and the seductively curved river banks and cliffs [A]. With a river character of beach curved rocks in harmonious wave formations where the children play, and the laundry dries on the inviting soft and clean, polished rock bed, this place is an appealing beauty to appreciate the first steps on the bridge below Entoto Kidane Mehret. Within the valley, [A] of Entoto Kidane Mehret (32) initiates attractive options for continued family picnics or paths towards challenging hiking adventures.Entoto Maryam Church (43)
Entoto Maryam (43), the old Capital's central area, is located on this historical mountain's high table. Furthermore, the historical site of Entoto Maryam (43) rises just above Entoto Park [Z] and on the same mountain road. After passing all the fascinating facilities of Entoto Park [Z], Entoto Maryam (43) dominates just above and allures to a vast high plateau. Except for the historic and quaint mountain town with restaurants, this high ancient landmark site offers a mighty high table with excellent opportunities for romantic excursions among the village or delightful promenades in gentle terrain.The Gentle Invitation To Family Excursions
With Picnics, Hikes & Trails
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Bees' Cliff 14 requires caution in the canyon but assists by the wide map loop surrounding the gentle and fascinating points 36 and 41-42 Detailed Description of the Area |
The Hidden Path of Entoto Kidane Mehret [1]
The hidden path between the Sanctuary and the gorge runs attractively behind Entoto Kidane Mehret (32) in a concealed curve below its wall and passes through a small part of the village before the path (5) opens along a deep ravine and finishes with a downhill towards a traditional bridge. This bridge crossing over the sculptural gorge within the valley [A] with the cosy picnic source (19) is also the natural start for more dramatic hikes towards the high plateau by the first passing point (37) or (19).
Shops and Facilities for Picnics and Adventures.
The most necessary for the Park's experience and picnics and candy shop is across the bus or taxi stop from the communities (1), (43) and (Z). For those who are very early in the dawn hours, there is a small shop at the beginning of the Juniper forest, just next to the health spring with its associated buildings (31). Restaurants and amenities at Entoto Kidane Mehret (1), Entoto Maryam (43) and Entoto Park (Z): Accommodation and Food ServicesClear and Pleasant Hiking Trails
The southern hillside of Entoto's rising shoulder is apparent at the Sanctuary of Entoto Kidane Mehret (32), thus offering a particular drama from the cosy tranquillity of this adorable Sanctuary (32). With its remote high plateau of authentic old serenity, this ancient highland mountain lures here intriguingly in its enticing beauty. It towers in overwhelming contact on the opposite side of Entoto Kidane Mehret and its seductive polished river dell. The gully and its valley [A] with its bridge crossing initiate the actual view of the rising mountainside. The mountain's mighty hillside begins the first steps of Entoto's threshold and rises majestically over the southern slope. In profound veneration of reverence, it appears to any visitors as it towers above a relatively high altitude. Caution is an essential foundation for preparation because the mountain's rise is quite demanding for visitors with otherwise healthy activities from the lowland experience.Towards the Fresh Well-Fragrance of Highland
Despite this harsh highland air, the hiking is invitingly captivating and comfortable but requires regular rest and remember to drink from the brought-with and rugged water bottle. However, underneath in the valley [A] and just after the handcrafted bridge rises, the mountain's slope towards Entoto's high plateau continuously upwards towards secret places of pure serenity, often with views of breathtakingly beautiful heights. Well fragrant and aesthetically unforgettably alluring are these paths from Entoto Kidane Mehret's valley bottom (gully 22) shown in the map square [A] and the river (35) map circle (B), where they rise towards breathtakingly sublime heights of aesthetically unforgettable dream paths.Activities and Recreation
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Photos: Above and Below, Bees' Cliff (14), Entoto's Southern Highland Plateau - Early Oct - Nov. Activities and Recreation |
- The possibilities for activities are extensive, but the unique Nature offers a wide range of activities through the dramatic terrain in the centre.
- Regarding events for the physically active and sporty, there are limitations in that the area is a bit difficult in the vast and dramatic landscape.
- Learning about this vast area and its possibilities often requires more time than the active can boast. Therefore maps and specific points can offer a quick way to find highlights within half an hour's walk from Entoto Kidane Mehret (1).
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Picnics and Spring Water Baths |
- Those who want a lot of pleasure without demanding the efforts of any mountain hike offer the opportunity instead of choosing public transport (taxi). By this regular taxi, the route offers easy transportation along the mountain's side that reaches the vast high plateau that extends around Entoto Maryam (43) and its society.
- Entoto Maryam (43) is the old Capital's location, with museums, historic buildings, and unique architecture, including an excellent opportunity for leisurely walks. This place is charmingly convenient in every direction, with traditional buildings, history, a quaint mountain town and restaurants. Entoto Maryam (43) also offers surprisingly gentle terrain at this landmark mountain crest and plateau, along with the Capital's former location.
- The sights and activities described with a starting point from Entoto Kidane Mehret (1) with its quite challenging hiking will at Entoto Maryam (43) offer a very different terrain. A high plateau of the gentle undulated landscape is evident, and accessible trails are presented. A terrain vehicle can reasonably make close contact with the unique sights and activities described in most earlier hiking trails from Entoto Kidane Mehret (1).
- Note that the mountain range is vast, and the family on an excursion should avoid the tiring adventures tours beyond the line of sight over the landscape of the mountain range. This caution observance in the family's daily route regards the family's well-being and pleasure due to the demanding terrain. This caution is crucial because the impressions from each place are just at the upper limits of what a person can muster. Therefore, Do Not Combine the family today's new mountain adventure on the same day with tiring and exhausting fluttering trips between Entoto Kidane Mehret (1) and Entoto Park (Z), including Entoto Maryam 43.
- The most necessary for the Park's experience and picnics and candy shop is across the bus stop from the community of Entoto Kidane Mehret (1) or Entoto Maryam (43). Further information about the hiking experiences and their practical circumstances: https://www.entoto-natural-park.org/2019/03/entoto-natural-parks-southern-slope.html
- The most necessary for the Park's experience and picnics and candy shop is across the bus stop from the community of Entoto Kidane Mehret (1) or Entoto Maryam (43). Further information about the hiking experiences and their practical circumstances: https://www.entoto-natural-park.org/2019/03/entoto-natural-parks-southern-slope.html
- Entoto Natural Park (Nursery): https://goo.gl/maps/vrQhZB6jdEw
- Entoto Kidane Mehret (1): https://goo.gl/maps/w6RghvRD5enS6814A
- Entoto Maryam (43): https://goo.gl/maps/RYjBHHDkss139CYo7
Grandeur & Drama Of Entoto Park (Z)
The historical Entoto mountain massif now includes the newly inaugurated Entoto Park (Z), inviting the entire family to enjoy pleasant leisure with gardens or explore many highly inspiring activities. The contrasts between the Capital's family contact and the high drama of a mountain park are unique globally. Here, the landscape's high drama constitutes the adventure's core incredibly close, with breathtaking miles of highland ranges and the most beautiful and cosy twilight canyon of dreams' lost world. Thus, this mountain Park provided highly inspiring views of altitude and cultural refinement with an attraction of a magnitude to a world centre for culture, activities and research within natural sciences. Yet, these fashionable adventures and amusements of Entoto Park (Z) offer golden gateways to pleasant accommodations, which intrigue and stimulate the exploration of the Ethiopian Highland's beautiful wilderness.
Entoto Park (Z) - Main Entrance
With Amusements, Activities & Culture
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Entoto Park (Z) - Main Gate
Entoto mountain's highland now includes an invitingly magnificent culture centre and activities that constitute the new Entoto Park (Z). This grandiose adventurous centre above the Capital forms the amazing mountain-dwelling for the whole family's interest in comforting high-spirited culture.
Adventures with Culture & Comfort
Thus, the historical and captivating alluring Entoto mountain massif includes the newly inaugurated Entoto Park (Z), inviting the entire family to enjoy leisure with gardens, art, or exploring many highly inspiring activities. Here, the landscape's high drama constitutes the adventure's core incredibly close, with breathtaking miles of mountain ranges and dagger-deep ravines.
Culture, Adventure and Activities
Seductively Cosy Mountain Palaces
Entoto Park (Z) 's relaxing activities capture the family's fundamental need for dramatic adventures in many respects. Concealed within the foundation of the world's ground pillars fulfils the essential purpose of creating an eager will for learning, thanks to the Park's closeness to natural science. Thus, with a scientific background, the Park delivers a captivating understanding for the family about creating natural and healthy water and other vital biological processes. However, this Nature's scientific context is crucial to intellectual processes that form the basis for civilizations' development. Thus, this majestic view of Entoto's mountain massif's original Nature, allure with its proximity to the secrets of Nature's phenomenon, delivers this unique opportunity to explore.
Seasons for Swimming or Hiking
Despite the period passed from these photo opportunities and the previous rains being over a month, it is still a great asset of bath and fresh spring water flow on the higher ground of Entoto. But for those hilarious adventures, it would have been even more suitable if they had occurred a month earlier and thus offered even more enjoyable spontaneous bath activities.![]() |
The High Plateau with Spring Water and Bath Nature Pools above Bees' Cliff (14) |
"Entoto's climate during the rainy season was far from pleasant, for it suffered from many storms. A French traveller, Jules Borelli, states that it was a place of much lightning, thunder and fog, while his compatriot, Charles Michel, remarked that ''exposed to the wind, difficult to access, and without drinking water'' (Ibid, p.103).
Photographs
These photos of water-filled streams and cascading waterfalls are shot just above Bees' Cliff (14) at Entoto's southern highland plateau - from early October to November. Therefore, it has been about one to two months since the long rainy season ended for all these active water sports photographs.
Harmonic Currents Along the River
**Caution During Rainy Seasons
Since all streams around Entoto run up within a short distance to the highest part of the plateau, there is no risk of being surprised by far and accumulated sudden river flow from an unknown range. There is no known weakness in the deep rock pools that could constitute a magazine water mass just waiting to break through a weak point in the cliff bottom. However, no person should walk on the riverbanks of the ravines in the aftermath of heavy rain, as this poses an immediate danger to life. A mistake on the slippery ground can be fatal despite the apparent alert about the fast water flow. This torrential force along the river banks can quickly take a person or their pet beyond rescue in a relentless power of a rushing water flow. Therefore, it is crucial to offer a gentle and exquisite excursion even during the few hours of clear weather during the seasonal deluges. Furthermore, this place (19) provides an excellent and cosy invitation to gain an initial practical view of an underground reservoir and water technologies with a comfortable little walk obtained just to the right of the bridge, following the path (5) - [A] - (19) at Entoto Kidane Mehret (1).
Picnic and Play for the Young Family

Bees' Cliff 14 requires caution in the canyon but
assists by the wide map loop surrounding the
gentle and fascinating points 36 and 41-42

assists by the wide map loop surrounding the
gentle and fascinating points 36 and 41-42
The Cosy Source for Family's Excursion
This water source (19) also offers an ideal little excursion for the young family on picnics, where an open grass pitch offering all kinds of games can be enjoyed, which is breathtaking right beneath the start of the mountain. The Italian construction (19) at the site is nevertheless hidden underground and alluring for exploration of its hidden technology. However, a more thrilling adventure is often required and is offered by a cosy mountainous picnic for the amused hike family: The Italian Mountain Fortress (38) - (B)
Profound Veneration for the Majestic Mountain
The mountain's mighty hillside initiates the first steps of Entoto's threshold and rises majestically over the southern slope. In profound veneration of reverence, it appears to any visitors as it towers above a relatively high altitude. Caution is an essential foundation for preparation because the mountain's rise is quite demanding for visitors with otherwise healthy activities from the lowland experience.
Water: There must be water available all year round. Most of the brooks dry out sometime during the year. There are, however, a few springs within the Park area, providing water for all seasons. Rain Season: There are two rainy seasons per year, the minor rains from March to May and the big rains from July to September. The highest rainfall intensity occurs in July and August (Demissew 1988).
Season Limited Canyon Hiking
This seasonal dry creek-bed hiking within the secluded vein of the canyon (35) - (B) can be an exhilarating experience where the shadows fall mysteriously in pesky creatures from the past and concealed cliff space just waiting for the action in a somewhat overwhelming flow of impressions. Observing the hiking directly in the dry brook bed is only possible if it has elapsed some months since the last rainy season. Thereforbgt5fv4e, the dry brook bed offers adventure experiences unique to those who may have the courage to surprise a pleasant strenuous Hyena.The Rising Shoulders of Entoto's Massif
The Abyss of Bees' Cliff (14) |
A Guiding Canyon with Paths & Adventure
This mysterious but inviting twilight cleft of the canyon (B) - (14) dominates the landscape and is an excellent place for the well-equipped family to appreciate unforgettable adventures. However, this canyon (B) - (35) - (14) also assists the most pleasant magical mountain views with sights and picnics that offer an utterly captivating nature. This visible clarity in the appearance and selection of trails is apparent here thanks to the attractive overview of the sculptural introduction towards this very family-friendly gorge and river (35) - (B) and its paths that ultimately deviate along the tributary creek (36).A Canyon of Great Beauty and Drama
The trails towards the first contact with the southern rim of the high plateau (41 - 42) - (14) follow a clear direction upwards on Entoto's mountain massif. This visible clarity in the appearance and selection of trails is apparent here, thanks to the attractive overview of the sculptural introduction of this family-friendly upper slope of the canyon. Due to the visual contact with the canyon (35) - (B) towards tributary creek (36) - (14) appear, both a dramatic allure and a mighty visual guide in the landscape. Furthermore, the paths are straightforward to follow in the landscape, including all these exciting and surprisingly attractive paths along and above the eastern slope of the canyon's riverbank.
[CAUTION]
Note that the mountain range is vast, and the family on an excursion should avoid the tiring adventures tours beyond the line of sight over the landscape of the mountain range. This caution observance in the family's daily route regards the family's well-being and pleasure due to the demanding terrain. This caution is crucial because the impressions from each place are just at the upper limits of what a person can muster. Therefore, Do Not Combine the family today's new mountain adventure on the same day with tiring and exhausting fluttering trips between Entoto Kidane Mehret (1) and Entoto Park (Z), including Entoto Maryam (43).Picnics Care for the Family (19)
The most beautiful and versatile Nature and fascinating places, which are also reachable with charming simplicity, are often the primary for family picnics but can often be challenging to accomplish within the convenience of the whole family's interest. Due to weather conditions, duties and family members' interest in comfort and alluring entertainment, this will require some unique and beautiful characteristics of the picnic requirements. Therefore, during the regular rain season, it s appropriate to enjoy the pleasant and sunny day hours by enjoying the beautifully undulated promenade within a delightful valley [A] and its enchantingly sculptural glen. The Italian-built spring water facility (19) - [A] is within the young family's requirements and, therefore, an excellent choice for most activities and nature interests.![]() |
Water to the Capital |
19. Italian Water Reservoir
The Italians established an extensive reservoir to provide the Capital with water during the occupation. For the Capital nowadays, this mountain reservoir (underground water technology) has lost some importance in favour of more significant catchment dams.Mysterious High-Tech Mountain Water.
Entoto Kidane Mehret's inhabitants bring their household water from this source (19). Therefore, the company is apparent by playing with children and people fetching quantities of water to their homes.
The Alluring Routes from the Valley [A]
Within the valley [A] of Entoto Kidane Mehret, the rising highland mountain with its remote high plateau of authentic old serenity entices intriguingly. The southern hillside of Entoto's rising shoulder is here apparent, and from this site at the bridge crossing [A], the gully and its valley allure just beneath Entoto Kidane Mehret (32), with the majestic mountainside dominating above and very close. The mountain's grande attraction towers in immediate contact on the opposite side of Entoto Kidane Mehret (32) and its captivating river-dell - [A]. Within the valley, just beneath Entoto Kidane Mehret Church (32), appear well-adorned by beautiful scenery with a brook passing by. This brook dominates the views of the dramatic landscape and cliff formations of the higher trails and is above map loop (B), an excellent assistant for orientation for most hiking paths from the valley [A] and further (35) - (B) - (14) up to the high plateau where the brook's meanderings flow continue in pleasant and delightful sceneries.
Entoto Kidane Mehret's Valley [A]
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Detailed map & trail description of point (37) |
This dramatically graceful and sculptural valley [A] below Entoto Kidane Mehret (1) constitutes a crossroad for many choices. Within this inviting valley [A] of pathways and bridge crossing [A], this enticingly cosy and inspiring gully attracts waiting in expectation or enticing exploration. Here are the full experiences of the ravine above this river in its fascinating formations and complete contact.
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The valley crossing of Entoto Kidane Mehret (1) constitutes a bridge [A] by first passing behind and downhill of the Sanctuary (32), which further invites a gentle walk to the place for picnic and games at the Italian reservoir (19) located just to the right by a gentle undulated and charmingly curved path. The bridge crossing here [A] is also the natural path for those who want to hike towards the high plateau by first passing point (37) - [A] just a few steps within the map square [A].
Towards the Fresh Well-Fragrance of Highland
Despite this somewhat harsh highland air, the hiking is captivating and comfortable but requires regular rest, and it's essential to drink regularly from the brought-with and rugged water bottle. However, underneath in the valley [A] and just after the handcrafted bridge rises, the mountain's slope towards Entoto's high plateau continuously upwards towards secret places of pure serenity, often with views of breathtakingly beautiful heights.Mountain Maps & Alerts
The Assistance of Path Directions [A] - (B)
The superficial water-conducting metal pipe (37) - [A] assists the mountain hike where its apparent suitability begins on the slope above the valley [A]. This water-conducting metal pipe (37) makes the path easy to follow, where it reaches a pleasantly high level on the mountain's shoulder. The route deviates in two choices when the pipeline makes its high northern bend just to the right of (38) - (B), where the uphill steeper path gives the direction to most hiking routes. Just before the Italian fortification (38) - shown within the map loop (B) - a theatrical view and potentially dangerous abyss appear a few metres to the left of the path. This precipitous view is within the lower sections of the map circle (B).
Unique Adventures
With Safety Preparations
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[CAUTION] - Precautionary Commitments |
However, be careful and expect the worst scenario because the animals are wild. Even the most solid rock will break if bad luck and a rare and significant earthquake coincide.
14. **Enchanting Lush Attractions Above the Abyss
Bees' Cliff constitutes a hidden, unknown void, which can become a real danger and does not allow direct, easy proximity from either the east or the west side of the gorge's slopes. These precipitous cliff sides are so seriously too steep that all visual contacts toward the bottom of the abyss are impossible. In all their Nature, a multi-dimensional, graceful beauty is nevertheless a false invitation of safety delivered. Through this deceiving natural trickery, the eastern canyon's slope gives an impression of invitingly lush beauty but a treacherous one with a fertile green breathtaking threshold, hiding a shocking void.
Entoto Park Addis Ababa, Ethiopia - Gate of Paradise
Entoto Park (Z) provided highly inspiring views of
altitude and cultural refinement with an attraction
of a magnitude to a world centre for cultural
activities, amusements and entertainment.
The New Facilities of Entoto Park (Z).

Entoto Park (Z) provided highly inspiring views of
altitude and cultural refinement with an attraction
of a magnitude to a world centre for cultural
activities, amusements and entertainment.
Entoto Park (Z) facilities are below Entoto Maryam (43). These newly built facilities should inform the regulations for special open hours of this very modern and extended centre for Entertainment, Culture, Art, Sport Activities and Breathtaking Highlands views of Nature and mountains. However, the freshly made Entoto Park is in its first phase of organizational development, and it is challenging to give personal service time. Despite this, there are probably conditions for direct contact with the amusement activities, entertainment facilities and restaurants at this newly inaugurated Entoto Park (Z).
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