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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. Awash National Park Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Awash National Park you 225 kilometers east of Addis Ababa with its southern boundary along the Awash River and the park covers 756 square kilometers of acacia woodland and grassland. In the south of the park the Awash River gorge has amazing waterfalls. In the upper Kudu Valley at Filwoha are hot springs amid groves of palm trees. In the evening you will have a chance to do a short game drive to see the local wildlife, such as oryx, baboons, greater and lesser kudu, warthogs, gazelles, Columbus monkeys.
Inclusions: National Park fees, Landing and facility fees, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Port pickup and drop-off, Private tour
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities
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
2. Day Trip To Sodere Natural Hot Springs
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
sodere hot spring is culturally said to be a medical value which is believed a naturally therapeutic bath to relax body and soul and vervet monkey playing with you every we’re you can see the spectacular view of the shore of Awash river and a chance to see hippos and corocodile
Inclusions: soft drink water coffee or tea
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.
3. Prepare for the Best Day Tour in Addis Ababa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 38 reviews
This tour is unique in allowing the guests to improvise it based on their interest and time. The tour will involve some combinations of Historical, cultural and natural attractions. Apart from the touristic spots, we will show our guests the best and realistic parts of Addis Ababa. It will be full of activities that interests the guests, keeping the major sights in mind. The museums, the church, the Entoto Mountain view plus some Coffee tasting program will give our guests a balanced impressions of Addis Ababa. The tour of Addis Ababa with Aspire Ethiopia Tours will definitely be a day to remember for every guests.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Coffee and/or Tea, Bottled water
Exclusions: Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages, Dinner
Reviewed By 12eduardv
It was my first time ever in Africa and in Ethiopia more in particular. I just had a 18 hours transit time. This could be an excellent opportunity to have some sightseeing, so I booked this tour via Viator. Guide Mr Hailu picked me up at the airport spot on time. While negotiating ourselves through the traffic jam of Addis Ababa, Mr Hailu kept on talking in a very interesting way about his city and his country. He is very knowledgeable and not a second boring. Nothing was to much for him and on my request we drove to the national telecom operator to buy a SIM card so that at least my office could reach me if there was something urgent. After driving to the busy city, he took us on one of the hills where we could have a very scenic view over the city and we got a bit immersed in the village life. Mr Hailu was so kind to leave the big road and drive through countryside to show the contrast. We also visited the National Museum. I had the impression that Mr Hailu must have been born there, cause he could talk about very object on display in a very interesting and entertaining way. It was not just a museum visit. It was an immersion in the culture of a beautiful an peaceful country and we were time travelling in the rich history of Ethiopia. Pity tripadvisor has only 5 stars to quote. This trip would have been rated a lot more ! Finally we went to a resort some 50 km out of the city at the side of a lake. There I could taste the delicious Ethiopian local dishes and ... of course, end with a cup of Ethiopian black gold : their excellent coffee. Pity my stay in Addis Ababa was rather short. I enjoyed every second of it !!!
4. Day Trip From Addis Ababa To Debre Libanos & Blue Nile Gorge
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
This Tour Is Unique Because -You will have a chance of learning about the history of Ethiopia -You will have a chance of seeing the Ethiopian Endemic baboons called Chilada -You will have a chance of seeing some endemic birds only found in Ethiopia and specifically in Debre Libanos -You will have a chance of testing Ethiopian Foods -You will have a chance of hiking near to the George of Blue Nile & Jemma Valley -You will have a chance of visiting one of the oldest monastery of Ethiopia and its museums -You will have a chance of experiencing the local hut or grass houses of the countryside -You will have a chance of seeing the fabulous waterfalls at the Portuguese bridge(which is one of the oldest bridge in Ethiopia built by the Portugal people)
Inclusions: Ethiopian Lunch For Vegan & Veterinarian, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverage, Services which are not mentioned on the inclusion section
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. Day Trip to Debre Zeit/ Bishoftu
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Travelers Can Enjoyed a Breath taking Crater Lakes of Bishoftu as well as epic Landscape of Crater Lakes with in Bishoftu a Boat trip and Hiking to lake Hora as well as Bird watching
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Lunch, Coffee and/or tea
Exclusions: Other Services which are not mentioned on the inclusion section
Reviewed By johnmM4414IP
The day trip to Debre Libanos Monastery was so amazing and wonderful, the arrangement was so perfect and the place was so beautiful, the view was so amazing. The guide take me to a lodge which has a great view of the Blue Nile gorge and we have a lunch there enjoying this view.
7. Day Trip to Debre Libanos and Blue Nile Gorge
Overall Ratings
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. Full Day Addis Abeba City Tour
Overall Ratings
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.
9. Best of Addis Ababa Guided City Tour
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 10 reviews
If you are looking to explore Addis Ababa in just one day with an experienced guide who has lived all their life in the City, you have come to the right place! On this all-inclusive tour, we have hand-picked the must-see places for you, some of which are listed below: Nature & Viewpoint - Entoto Mountains offers the best viewpoint of Addis Ababa surrounded by the densest forestry in the City. You will also get to experience a highlight of the typical Ethiopian countryside life Culture & Market - The LARGEST TRADITIONAL TEXTILE MARKET in Ethiopia (ShiroMeda) Culture & Market - The LARGEST OPEN AIR MARKET IN AFRICA (MERKATO). Museum - The National Museum, home to the fossil replica of your ancestor Lucy Dining Experience - Nothing tops dining at the first hotel in Ethiopia (Taitu Hotel). Their vegetarian buffet at lunch time is claimed to be one of the best for its authenticity, healthiness, variety and taste
Inclusions: Pickup and drop-off at any location in Addis Ababa (Hotel, house or airport), Ground transportation including a car, a driver and fuel, Accompanying English speaking guide, Local tour guides, Lunch
Exclusions: Alcoholic beverages, Tip for tour guide, Other cost not offered in this program
Reviewed By curwinl2021
From the meeting of these two gentlemen I knew my day was going to be spectacular . I was greeted so kindly like i knew these brothers from long ago. Ashanavi ; very humble driver made sure that we got to our destinations safely and efficiently; I felt like I did not go on the trip solo with my buddy Ash. Alex is extremely knowledgeable about the history, context of Addis Ababa and also the checkpoints we encountered ; like this man is a human encyclopedia; really impressed. Any questions that could be asked he would know the answers to . Very amicable , everyone favors him . So many great things can be said that I can put in context of words . Please tour with these guys, you will not regret your time. Seriously !!!
10. 3 Days Bale Mountains Trekking
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 19 reviews
Bale Mountains National Park is suitably a walking, trekking and hiking area for hikers, culture and nature enthusiasts, wildlife watchers, researchers and more. The park is known for being home to the Ethiopian wolf, mountain nyala, giant molerat and Bale monkey. UNESCO has estimated that more mammal species would become extinct were the habitats of the Bale Mountains to decline than if any other area of equivalent size on the globe were to disappear and, when this is combined with rare amphibian species, endemic birds and spectacular flora, it is easy to see why the park is designated as a Biodiversity Hotspot by Conservation International.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottle of Water, Hotel Pickup and Drop Off, Local Guide
Exclusions: What is NOT included on the inclusion List
Reviewed By 290nataliiad
I've got the best possible service, as for me. I had a really good guide and great driver. He was very attentive: I did video on the way with opened windows and driver closed window for safety and said me I can continue to video street life. I liked traditional clothing market a lot: if you want to have really beautiful souvenir from Ethiopia, I think Shiromeda ( I'm not sure, if I wrote it correctly..) is the best possible place)) I really highly appreciative for the service I had. We visited Mercato market and I felt totally safe there: without a guide I would never go there. But with the guide it was very interesting and safe visit. The tour is flexible and it's great: you can choose what is interesting for you. We bought good coffee on the way and also I've tasted avocado and mango juice)) The owner of company is great and treated me in the best way)) Highly recommended Ethio Travel and Tours for your tours through Ethiopia and Addis.
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