Top Things to do in Tigray Region
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The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Tigray Region, Tigray Region
Discover the best top things to do in Tigray Region, Ethiopia including Abuna Yemata Guh church, Lake Assale, Teddy Zion Tours and Travel, Lucy Ethiopia Tours, Sycamore Ethiopia Tours, ARRE TOURS AND CAR RENT, Gheralta Rock, Northern Stelae Field, Monastery of Debre Damo, The Ruins of Aksum.
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1. Abuna Yemata Guh church
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 184 reviews
Reviewed By gtkruger - Johannesburg, South Africa
Bucket list stuff. Brace yourself for the super scary barefoot climb against the rock face- more mentally taxing than physically taxing though. The reward at the top is incredible. Unlike any other church in Tigray. Don’t do it if you have vertigo though.
2. Lake Assale
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By ClunkNebbermorth - Cardiff, United Kingdom
Magical salt flats and salt lake, and great for a sunset. And then there is the salt mining and salt caravans. Great place to visit - a true adventure
3. Teddy Zion Tours and Travel
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 52 reviews
Teddy Zion Tours offer affordable tours throughout Ethiopia to the following cultural and local historical locations: Danakil Depression, Simien Mountain, Tigray Churches, OMO Valley, Lalibella, Harar, Axum, Gondar and Bahir Dar. Each tour is guided by our local expert guides. We are the highest rated tour company as rated by TripAdvisor Travelers. We now have a second office located at the Axum Touring Hotel in Axum Ethiopia.
4. Lucy Ethiopia Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 101 reviews
Lucy Ethiopia Tours: The Authentic Ethiopian Experience. Lucy Ethiopia Tours is a different kind of tour company. We’re special. When you choose to travel with us, you’re choosing to experience an authentic Ethiopia, our Ethiopia. Our goal is to give you a once-in-a-lifetime adventure… with expert local guides, a community-focused ethos and exceptional routes through our amazing country.
5. Sycamore Ethiopia Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 40 reviews
Sycamore Ethiopia Tours is your perfect local tour operator and partner for all your traveling needs in Ethiopia. We are based in Mekelle. We provide a private guide , couple , family and group tailor made program as well as car hire services . We work hard to suit your needs and wishes with a personal attention and care. We warmly welcome you to discover a real and authentic country of Ethiopia.
6. ARRE TOURS AND CAR RENT
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5.0 based on 37 reviews
I am Arre from Axum, Ethiopia. I have been working with tourists for many years, knows a lot about Ethiopia and Especially NORTH ETHIOPIA, and willing to share with tourists. I can organize your Trip to everywhere in Tigray region (rock hewn churches), Axum, Gehralta Mountains, Simien Mountains,Afar Region (Danakil Depression and Dallol), and South Ethiopia (Omo valley). Contact me through WhatsApp; +251961263661 Or Through E-mail; [email protected]
7. Gheralta Rock
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 149 reviews
Reviewed By 434clarisl
I'd like to recommend our fantastic guide Berhanu (whatsapp +251914861090 / email [email protected]). We were camping in the Tigray region last month (Dec 2019) for 5 days. It was an all-inclusive package: guide(himself), transportation (airport to airport), camping equipment and camping crew, food, entrance fees). Berhanu helped to put together and customize everything. We discussed on whatsapp beforehand. The process went smooth, we were picked up on time at the airport, and visited all the churches as we agreed. (except one since we were out of time) The wonderful food our cook Mary prepared was one of the best we've had in Ethiopia. Berhanu put safety first, he was very caring when guiding us in the mountains. He took us to many great viewpoints (good for photos) where we didn't see other tourists around. On the last day, we camped at his mother's. It is a traditional house with lots farm animals around. His sister welcomed us with the coffee ceremony, and we even learned how to make injera from his mother! Overall, great experience. Contact Berhanu for your next trip! This young man owns a tour company in Hawzen, but he can arrange tours all around Ethiopia.
8. Northern Stelae Field
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4.5 based on 108 reviews
Reviewed By Starelenas - Orlando, United States
I arrived in Axum by myself. I met Mulugeta- my tour guide where my adventure started. It was an experience after experience. Did you know that the Queen of Sheba used to reside in that area? As well as one of the wise man that visited baby Jesus? I wouldn’t have been able to see all that without Mulugeta. He helped me not only with tourism, but also when I was sick and needed medications. He brought me to a religious procession at 5am in the morning free of charge in order to appreciate more their culture and it was the procession of the Ark, where approximately 2000 people dressed in white robes with candles in their hands. They surrounded a replica of the Ark of the Covenant singing and praising the Lord. It was a deep act of dedication. For contact, this is Mulugeta’s watsup number +251 91 339 5845 I had an incredible time digging into Ethiopia’s rich history. Thank you!
9. Monastery of Debre Damo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By lennonmick00 - Ardee, Ireland
At first be aware the this religious site is acessable by men only. The religious monks who live here do not leave the monastry and continiously pray and live a very simple life. There are 150 monks and 150 student monks. Acess to the monastry is Only by cowhide rope and is very difficult climb. Even food and livestock are pulled up the 30 metre rockface. Once on the plateau food is basic and accommodation even more so. It is a very tranquil place and you must be respectful of the monks and their way of life. I found it uplifting and grounding. As part of Ethiopian culture it remains unique.
10. The Ruins of Aksum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 308 reviews
The remains of once powerful royal capital contain impressive tombs and stelae.
Reviewed By raym12345 - London, United Kingdom
Sometimes people skip over Axum but it's a fascinating place, especially at the start or end of a northern ethiopia adventure. We had a fantastic weekend visit to Axum, organized by our guide Berhanu. The stellae are very impressive and just opposite you can go inside the beautiful cathedral/church built by the emperor. Axum and surroundings have a huge amount of history to explore including the oldest standing building in sub-Saharan Africa (Yeha monastery). Definitely well worth getting a guide who speaks good English to explain what the archaeologists think, and also what the local people believe. Berhanu also brought us to a great cultural restaurant and dance show, definitely ask for the lamb shakla tibs (probably the best we had in Ethiopia)! We have used Berhanu for many other trips and would definitely recommend him to organize a stress free trip! His number on WhatsApp is +251 91 486 1090, and he now has his own company organizing tours across Ethiopia.
