Sodere Hot Springs Ethiopia
Sodere, Arsi Zone, Oromia, Ethiopia, Ethiopia
- Location
- Sodere, Arsi Zone, Oromia, Ethiopia, Ethiopia
- Water type
- thermal
- Temperature
- 40 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
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Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Balancing
LowHigh
Rich in trace elements — gentle on the skin.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
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Sodere a spa town in central Ethiopia. Located approximately 25 kilometres south of Adama and 120 kilometres southeast of Addis Ababa in the East Shewa Zone of the Oromia Region, this town has a latitude and longitude of 8°24′N 39°23′E with an elevation of 1466 metres above sea level. It is one of five settlements in Nannawa Adama.
Insider tip — Sodere Hot Springs sits in the Awash River valley of the Great Rift Valley, ringed by doum palms and riverine forest that shelter olive baboons and crocodiles. The pools reach 40°C and have been developed into Ethiopia's most popular resort destination, drawing Addis Ababa residents for weekend breaks. The combination of thermal bathing, wildlife, and Rift Valley geology is unmatched in the Horn of Africa.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 40 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features thermal water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Saison sèche.