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Sometimes referred to as the capital of Africa, Addis Ababa is a buzzing hub of economic, social and political activity and home to such notable offices as the African Union and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa. The diversity of its people is reflected in the many churches, mosques and museums, including the Ethiopian National Museum which houses the fossilized skeleton of Dinkinesh, or Lucy, the Australopithecine discovered in the area in the 1970s.
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1. Addis Ababa City Tours
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
I will work with you to ensure that you are getting the Addis Ababa Tour that you want. This can include the many churches and historic sites throughout the city, our many museums, cultural food experiences, and a trip through Merkato to see that largest open market in Africa!
Inclusions: Private transportation, Lunch
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Reviewed By Gerturd1153
Traveling with eshet(the owner ) was so awesome , he’s an excellent travel driver with full of hospitality ..... we were so happy being with him and the rest of his co-workers , they were so friendly . If you have plan to visit Ethiopia I highly recommend you this tour for unforgettable travel memory .
2. Addis Ababa Tour (full day)
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Addis Ababa is the capital and largest city of Ethiopia. Explore Addis Ababa with a local tour guide. Sightseeing its cultural & historical attractions. Taste Ethiopian food & coffee from its origin. This Addis Ababa city tour & sightseeing tour can be customized to your need. It's a great experience to see this mosaic of people city. It has a mind blowing contrast in ways of life. A modern house built next to a mud house. Driving modern car while sharing the street with a donkey & people is common. Make a visit to our ancestor, Lucy the 3. 2 million years old hominid fossil in the national museum with the country historical artifacts. Drive to mount Entoto to have the panoramic view of Addis Ababa, then Merkato the largest open air market in Africa. It is colorful with people and activities.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Food and drink
3. Full day city tour of Addis Ababa
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Take an 8-hour tour of Addis Ababa City with guide. See several points of interest and landmarks. Enjoy the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off. The tour starts with a pick up from Bole International Airport or at your hotel, and drive to Trinity Cathedral Church which has unique architectural style. Then, you will be taken to the National Museum of Ethiopia for visiting the long age history of Ethiopia and the oldest human ancestor, Lucy. After lunch, we will go to the ethnographic museum and admire the country's different nationalities cultural materials. Finish the tour with shopping in Merkato, the local marketplace which is said to be Africa’s largest open-air market.
Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Lunch, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Services which are not listed on the inclusion
Reviewed By Grip7791
I traveled to Ethiopia on my own and while I was there I decided to purchase Simien Image Tour & Travel's "Hawassa and Rift Valley Lakes – Two Days Tour." I had difficulties with paying because I was new to experience of financial transactions in Ethiopia, being it was my first time visiting, and my bank in America was having issues with processing some transactions. Alexander Kemal was extremely patient with me and eventually everything was worked out. The morning of the tour's first day the driver was prompt with picking me up from the hotel and we were off. When he told me we were doing to get my tour guide I nonchalantly thought to myself "for what reason!" I wasn't concerned about having a tour guide, just getting to Hawassa and seeing what was on the way there. To my surprise Candy Walker, my tour guide, was an excellent guide. She is very knowledgeable on the history and various cultures of Ethiopia, therefore I learned a lot in two days. Buze, the driver, was the perfect driver for this road trip and was fabulous DJ! He knew all the scenic stops, all the best foods to order whenever we ate, where to get the best buna in Shashamene, and he's even a decent dancer while driver. I saw and experienced way more than I thought I would and I am eternally thankful that I happened to call the business that day. One business transaction, and a two day tour was enough to establish the foundation for a several friendships that I am appreciative of. I will definitely be recommending your business to any and everyone.
4. 5 Days Tour to World Heritage–listed Harrar, Dire Dawa and Awash NATIONAL PARK
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
World Heritage–listed Harar is a place apart. With its 368 alleyways squeezed into just 1 sq km, it’s more reminiscent of Fez in Morocco than any other city in the Horn. Its countless mosques and shrines, animated markets, crumbling walls and charming people will make you feel as if you’ve floated right out of the 21st century. It’s the east’s most memorable sight and shouldn’t be missed. As if that wasn’t enough, there are many chances to get up close and personal with wild hyenas. It’s a rare traveller who doesn’t enjoy it here.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Guide fee, Accommodation , Pick up and drop offs to the airport
Exclusions: Services which are not listed on the inclusion
Reviewed By Grip7791
I traveled to Ethiopia on my own and while I was there I decided to purchase Simien Image Tour & Travel's "Hawassa and Rift Valley Lakes – Two Days Tour." I had difficulties with paying because I was new to experience of financial transactions in Ethiopia, being it was my first time visiting, and my bank in America was having issues with processing some transactions. Alexander Kemal was extremely patient with me and eventually everything was worked out. The morning of the tour's first day the driver was prompt with picking me up from the hotel and we were off. When he told me we were doing to get my tour guide I nonchalantly thought to myself "for what reason!" I wasn't concerned about having a tour guide, just getting to Hawassa and seeing what was on the way there. To my surprise Candy Walker, my tour guide, was an excellent guide. She is very knowledgeable on the history and various cultures of Ethiopia, therefore I learned a lot in two days. Buze, the driver, was the perfect driver for this road trip and was fabulous DJ! He knew all the scenic stops, all the best foods to order whenever we ate, where to get the best buna in Shashamene, and he's even a decent dancer while driver. I saw and experienced way more than I thought I would and I am eternally thankful that I happened to call the business that day. One business transaction, and a two day tour was enough to establish the foundation for a several friendships that I am appreciative of. I will definitely be recommending your business to any and everyone.
5. Day Trip to Debre Libanos And Blue Nile Gorge
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
This Tour will give a partial view of the Ethiopian Rural area like experiencing the local hut or grass houses of the countryside and chance of learning about the history of Ethiopia, the Life in the monastery and its museums,
Inclusions: All entrance fees , Guide and driver, All round transportation
Exclusions: any alcoholic drinks
Reviewed By kseniyak255
I recommend this company and its service to everybody who is going there. There are the best drivers and cars. Abreham is a very punctual man, good guide and he helps to decide all questions and shows everything you want to see in the capital and any place of this country.
6. 3 Days/ 2 Nights Nights Danakil Depression Tour
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Sami lalibela tours is outstanding tour ours different is our service we work everywhere Ethiopia!!!
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Full board Meal, Local Guide
Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages
Reviewed By BackPacker712335
Having recently visited Lalibela, I can highly recommend Sami Lalibela Tours. He speaks English very well. From the moment we arrived, he quietly and professionally arranged everything for us. We stayed for four days. He picked us up on time from the airport in a new and clean vans. He arranged all the details of our tours with the churches. He negotiated the guide’s fee and paid everything for us. The guide was wonderful too. The next day he arranged all the details for our mule/hiking trip up the mountain to see the baboons. Again, every detail was cared for by Sami including lunch reservations for the top of the mountain and supper reservations after having consulted with us. This guide was also very good and the whole mule team and their handlers were great. He offered us Ethiopian “Jebena” coffee with his family each day too. We felt very welcome and confident in his care. At the end, he presented us with one bill for the church fees, guides, etc. and everything was as agreed upon with no surprises. It was really reasonable too. (He also runs a guest house which was a great experience too!) He also delivered us back to the airport on time. During the whole trip he always reserved professional drivers and clean vans. We were traveling with four children (aged 2-15) and he accommodated all of our needs. Thank you, Sami! We had a care-free and relaxing vacation due to all your careful planning. Thank you, again! Our entire family agrees that this was an amazing trip and really well planned.
7. Day Trip to Debre Libanos and Blue Nile Gorge
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
This Tour will give a partial view of the Ethiopian Rural area like experiencing the local hut or grass houses of the countryside and chance of learning about the history of Ethiopia, the Life in the monastery and its museums, and also you will have a chance of seeing the Ethiopian endemic baboons called Chilada, variety of bird life which are abundant to this Place and also seeing the fabulous waterfalls at the Portuguese bridge(which is one of the oldest bridge in Ethiopia built by the Portugal people).
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Local guides at the sites, Driver and Guide, Bottled water
Exclusions: Things which are not mentioned in the inclusion section
Reviewed By veronicahW9545AU
The travel agent with this tour company put together a well planned and wonderful trip. We had many stops with many tours, events, transfers and flights. Everything that the agent put together and reserved for us worked beautifully.
8. Excursion to Melka Kuntre, Tiya and Adadi Mariam
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Our clients will have escaping tour from Addis Ababa and see the countryside part of Ethiopia with scenic drive to the sites of Melka Kuntre Stone Age site then drive to Adadi Mariam heading to Tiya (ancient stele field and UNESCO World Heritage site) - You will have the chance immerse in the village of Tiya and learn how they make Ensset (kocho) from the falls banana tree. It is staple food for the southern people.
Inclusions: Lunch, Coffee and/or Tea, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Fuel surcharge
Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Gratuities
Reviewed By WanderingFunFour
I booked Beki for a one day tour on a recommendation from a friend. He was punctual and provided all necessary information in advance so nothing was missed. Beki is friendly and warm, knowledgeable and a provided a great days activities. As I was on a solo trip he knew exactly the right pictures and view points. The scenery outside Addis is beautiful, even just driving through villages you get a sense of life there. Portuguese bridge was dry this time of year but still spectacular. The monastery at Debre Lebanos has the most amazing stained glass windows, I found the setting to be very serene, enhanced by the chanting in the background. Beki took me to visit local family village, and it was fantastic to visualise their traditional way of life and how they make use of land and resources. I definitely recommend Beki tours be it solo or group travellers. His upbeat personality makes for easy company.
9. Private Full Day Addis Ababa Guided City Tour With Airport & Hotel Pick Up
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5.0 based on 52 reviews
Private official tour guide during your visit in Addis Ababa Private comfert vehicle with AC for your tour Admire the most emblematic attractions of Addis Ababa, its beautiful architecture churches and impressive sights Professional team creating your perfect day Important monuments in Addis and sights: like holly trinity churches ,Emperior Haile Silase Palace and many more places in this private tour… We will arrange a coffee ceremony to show clients how our coffee is unique -We will arrange a walk inside the markets of Merkato to show the daily life of our people -We will show all the historical monuments of Addis Ababa in addition to those sightseeing that we stated in the itinerary -We will arrange some hiking in the mount Entoto inside of the densely eucalyptus and junipers forests
Inclusions: Private tour, Blue Badge guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Bottled water
Exclusions: Dinner, Lunch
Reviewed By Sebrodas
My partner and I had a wonderful day at the Zuqualla Mountain. Joseph and Nico guided us on a private visit. They took care of everything, and showed us local jems. It felt like we were road tripping with our buddies - it was above and beyond! Really great service, it is not the last time, can definitely recommend! Thanks
10. Full Day Addis Abeba City Tour
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4.9 based on 25 reviews
Addis Abeba literally means “ new flower “ in Amharic language it is the Deplomatic capital and the Head quarter of the United Nation economic commission of Africa ( UNECA) and the African Union AU and many embassies and consulates representatives in the city Addis Abeba Ethiopia’s sprawling capital in the highlands bordering the Rift Valley is the country. Commercial and cultural hub it’s National museum exhibit Ethiopian art traditional crafts and pre historic fossils including the replica of the famous hominid “LUCY” The burial place of the 20th century emperor Haile Selassie copper domed Holly Trinity Cathedral is a neo barque Achitectural landmark and there are so many cultural Natural and Historical attractions to explore in the capital Addis Abeba
Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Bottled water, Wifi on Board , Professional Guide , All entrance fee
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks
Reviewed By 419hughr
We were lucky in travelling at a time with few tourists but had a fantastic time. The company was well organised and very honest. We had good information on the trip and what was expected. Our driver/guide was the perfect balance between giving us interesting information but at the same time allowing us to explore and ask questiions that interested us. The visits to traditional tribes were senstively done and visits were playful and fun. While we were in Addis the company took good care of us. Gasaw was very professional and attentive to our needs. He took us to a very traditional coffee shop which we woud never have found on our own . The traditional dinner dancing and singing was truely memoral.
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