Sodere Hot Springs
Sodere, West Hararghe, Oromia, Ethiopia
- Location
- Sodere, West Hararghe, Oromia, Ethiopia
- Water type
- bicarbonate
- Temperature
- 42 °C
- pH
- 8
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
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Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh
Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
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Sodere Hot Springs is the most popular thermal station in Ethiopia, located near Lake Ziway in the Rift Valley's valley. Natural springs are its main attraction. Visitors can enjoy a relaxing soak in the warm waters rich in bicarbonate minerals. The area offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
Insider tip — Sodere Resort sits on the banks of the Awash River in the Ethiopian rift valley, where warm bicarbonate springs feed outdoor pools surrounded by doum palms and acacia woodland. The resort is a beloved weekend retreat for Addis Ababa residents, a roughly two-hour drive away, and is one of Ethiopia's oldest established spa destinations. Hamadryas baboons inhabit the riverine forest around the resort and frequently wander through the grounds, delighting guests. The Awash River itself offers birdwatching opportunities with dozens of waterbird species visible from the pool terrace.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 42 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features bicarbonate water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Saison sèche.