The Blue Nile Falls, known locally as Tis Issat (“Smoking Water”), are located approximately 30 kilometres southeast of Bahir Dar (🚙6,500 ETB, guide 1,500 ETB, 🚢200 ETB, 🎟️200 ETB). These falls are formed where the Blue Nile River plunges about 45 meters into a deep gorge, creating a spectacular mist. While the falls are most dramatic during the rainy season, they are up to 400 meters wide. Unfortunately, a hydroelectric dam upstream has reduced water flow, particularly during the dry season.
