Explore the Wild at Lion Park, Addis Ababa

Getting There

• Car

  From Debre Libanos Monastery, head south on the main road towards Addis Ababa. Continue for about 60 kilometers. As you approach Addis Ababa, look for signs indicating the city center and follow the directions to Kebena area. Once you reach the Kebena area, navigate to Russia Street. Lion Park is located at 2QV6+4RC, Russia St, Addis Ababa. There may be parking available near the park, but please be cautious of local traffic regulations.

• Public Transportation

  Start at Debre Libanos Monastery and take a minibus heading to Addis Ababa from the nearby station. The fare is typically around 30-50 Ethiopian Birr. The journey may take approximately 1.5 to 2 hours depending on traffic. Once you arrive in Addis Ababa, disembark at the main bus terminal. From there, you can take another minibus or taxi towards Kebena. Request to be dropped off at Russia Street, where Lion Park is located at 2QV6+4RC. Expect to pay an additional fare of about 20-30 Birr for this leg of the trip.

• Taxi

  If you prefer a more direct route, you can hire a taxi from Debre Libanos Monastery to Lion Park. Agree on a fare with the driver before starting your journey. The cost could range from 800 to 1200 Ethiopian Birr depending on negotiation and the time of day. The taxi will take you directly to Lion Park located at 2QV6+4RC, Russia St, Addis Ababa. The journey will take approximately 1.5 hours.