Tiya and Melka Kunture Day Tour – Ancient Civilizations & Archaeology

Uncover Ethiopia’s deep prehistoric and spiritual roots on a full-day tour to Tiya and Melka Kunture, two UNESCO-recognized archaeological sites located south of Addis Ababa.

Start the journey by exploring Melka Kunture Prehistoric Site, one of the most important Stone Age excavation sites in Africa. Here, you'll walk through open-air exhibits and a museum that showcases tools, fossils, and ancient human remains dating back over 1.5 million years.

Continue to Tiya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its mysterious stelae (standing stones) engraved with symbols, believed to mark the burial grounds of an ancient warrior society. The peaceful rural landscape and the spiritual significance of these megaliths make this a uniquely memorable visit.

Tour Highlights:

• Visit Melka Kunture Prehistoric Site & Museum

• Explore ancient human tools and fossils

• Discover the engraved stelae of Tiya (UNESCO site)

• Learn about Ethiopia’s early civilizations and burial traditions

• Scenic drive through the Rift Valley countryside

• Optional local cultural lunch experience