Hot springs

Wanzaye hot spring is one of the popular hot spring tourist destinations in the Amhara region. It is found in the South Gondar administration zone, Deraworeda, particularly at Gedam Geregera administrative kebele. Gedam Geregera kebele is found at an altitude of 1786 meters above sea level. The Gumara River one of the big rivers that fed lake tana is also found near the hot spring. .

The hotspring was built during the reign of Emperor Haile Selassie l and started providing fully-fledged service in 1974. The therapeutic waters of the naturally hot springs at Wanzaye is best spot to relax and healing,. The waters come from deep within the Earth and are geothermally heated to temperatures of 42°C and over. Ethiopians believe they are holy and can cure all sorts of ailments such as rheumatism and skin complaints. There are aslo Other natural springs in and around the Lake Tanawhich includes Wenqshet Gabriel, Andasa.