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Top 10 Sightseeing Tours in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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. Private Omo Valley Tours From Addis Ababa
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
This omo valley tribal culture tours brings you to some of the fascinating omo valley tribes. T The highlight of these photo expeditions would be • MURSI TRIBE PHOTOGRAPHY • DASENACH TRIBE PHOTOGRAPHY • KONSO TRIBE PHOTOGRAPHY • HAMER TRIBE • DORZE TRIBE PHOTOGRAPHY • BORENA TRIBE PHOTOGRAPHY • TSEMAY TRIBE PHOTOGRAPHY • BENNA TRIBE PHOTOGRAPHY • WEEKLY TRIBAL MARKET • SURMA TRIBES • DIZZI TRIBES • MENIT TRIBES • KARO TRIBES • NYANGATOM TRIBES • DAILY LIFE • THREE NATIONAL PARKS WITH ENDEMIC ANIMALS , BIRDS AND AMAZING LANDSCAPES • FOUR UNESCO SITES
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch
Exclusions: Personal Expenses
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. Addis Ababa Layover
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
This is the highlight of Addis Ababa city tour. Addis Ababa means “New Flower.” in English. It was founded by Emperor Menelik II in 1887 and situated between 2300 - 2500 meters above sea level. It's the third highest capital in the world. Nowadays, Addis is has a population of more than 7 million and the continent's premier diplomatic center the headquarters for African Union located here. Addis Ababa besides its many attractive sites, lies at the of an area rich in places of interest, most of which can be visited either as a half or full day tour.
Inclusions: Tour escort/host, Driver/guide, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by private vehicle, TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee, Fuel surcharge, Landing and facility fees
Exclusions: Drinks, Food and drinks, Lunch
Reviewed By Trail440886
We were fortunate to get Gish Abay as our local Travel &Tour agent and he planned an excellent 8 days trip in Ethiopia, where we got to see and enjoy all that we wanted to. The Stay and Travel arrangements and Guide services were good and I will strongly recommend Gish Abay to travellers wanting to explore the Best of Ethiopia in a short trip like ours.
4. 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
5. Prepare for the Best Day Tour in Addis Ababa
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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 !!!
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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.
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. The Best way to Discover Addis Ababa
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5.0 based on 30 reviews
It enables our clients to have a great experience to learn the highlight of Ethiopia. for example, Visit the prominent peak of Mount Entoto, which served as Menelik II's capital before the founding of Addis Ababa. Visit the museum and the palace and see one of the best views of Addis Ababa. Visit this trio of historical churches and see the Menelik II Mausoleum and the final resting place of Emperor Haile Selassie. it is the highest ranking Orthodox cathedral in Addis Ababa and the second most important place of worship in Ethiopia after the Church of Our Lady Mary of Zion in Axum. The Ethnological Museum is considered one of the finest museums in Africa. Visit the home of the famous Lucy which is ranked one of the most important museum collections in Sub-Saharan Africa. Merkato, it’s the largest shopping area in Addis and some say the largest market in Africa.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Bottle of water, Coffee and Banana , Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation
Exclusions: Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages
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.
