Entoto Natural Park

CAUTION: 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 steep that all visual contact with the abyss's bottom is impossible, except for the staggering view within the concealed vault of the waterfall. In all expressions of its nature, as a multi-dimensional beauty, it's despite all; nevertheless, a false invitation of security is delivered through the surrounding nature's grandiose, lush veil of Bees' Cliff (14). This treacherous danger includes any hiking within the Canyon's depth (35), but the alert is only apparent after point (36) towards (14). [See the map below] Due to this alluring beauty, a deceivingly natural trickery is delivered. The Easter Canyon's slope gives the impression of inviting lush beauty, but is ...

Climate Ethiopia can be divided into zones according to altitude and precipitation. Addis Ababa has an annual rainfall of 1,270 mm, which might be somewhat higher for Entoto. The precipitation, with the altitude range of 2,600 to 3,100, defines the site as the agro-climatic zone Moist Dega, the natural vegetation being Afro-montane forest-woodland, indicated by Juniperus, Hagenia and Podocarpus trees (Bekele-Tesemma1993) The average temperature in Addis Ababa is 16.3°C. However, since the temperature is falling with increasing altitude,  the top of the Park is estimated to be about 12°C. The wind can also be strong, making the climate pretty harsh, especially during the rains and in the higher parts. Water: Drinking water must be available all year round, but since most brooks dry out sometime during the year, it is prudent to bring water in rugged bottles before any adventure. There are, however, a few springs within the Park area, providing water for all seasons. Rain Se...

Photos: Bees' Cliff, Area No.14, Highland Plateau, Entoto Natural Park. Picnics & Baths Seasons for Picnics Among Hilarious Baths Caution: Months of Weather Protection The average temperature in Addis Ababa is 16.3°C. However, since the temperature is falling with increasing altitude, the top of the Park is estimated to be about 12°C. The wind can also be strong, so the climate can be pretty harsh, especially during the rains and in the higher parts. Water: Drinking water must be available all year round, but since most brooks dry out sometime during the year, cautious behaviour is to bring water in rugged bottles before any adventure. 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). Meandering Streams above The Canyon's Abyss Natura...