What to do and see in Ethiopia, Ethiopia: The Best Hidden Gems Things to do

November 9, 2021 Carley Gatson

Coordinates: 8°N 38°E / 8°N 38°E / 8; 38
Restaurants in Ethiopia

1. Simien Mountains National Park

Ethiopia +251 (0) 581170422 [email protected] http://www.simienmountains.org
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5.0 based on 1,539 reviews

Simien Mountains National Park

Simien Mountains National Park, in northern Ethiopia is a spectacular landscape, where massive erosion over millions of years has created jagged mountain peaks, deep valleys and sharp precipices dropping some 1,500 m. The park is of global significance for biodiversity conservation because it is home to globally threatened species, including the iconic Walia ibex, a wild mountain goat found nowhere else in the world, the Gelada baboon and the Ethiopian wolf.

Reviewed By RudiRoo4 - Cape Town, South Africa

We did a 3 day trek in the Simien mountains organised by a wonderful tour agent called Mensur. The trek was spectacular with views around every corner of every day. I highly recommend going to the Simien mountains even if you can only do 2 days. Included in the trek is a transfer from Gondar to the start and back afterwards, well organised tents, sleeping bags, mattresses already set up on arrival at camp, delicious food and plenty of water, very knowledgeable trek guide and prerequisite scouts. We met a group who tried to go without a tour company as this is advertised as possible on a noticeboard outside the simien mountains tourist info centre in Debark, but getting transport to the start and someone to transfer your bags between campsites was incredibly difficult without speaking the local language so they resorted to paying a tour agency. I highly recommend our tour agent Mensur. He was always only a whatsapp msg away to answer all our questions including whether transferring vehicles in a small village was correct. The amazing signal and data connectivity all over the country (even in the Simien mountains) with a local ethio telecom simcard helped ease our travels by being able to contact Mensur all along out trip. He also arranged a very good price for us because we booked both 3days Simien and 3days Danakil tour through him, so he transferred us via Aksum and Tigray for free, where we explored the sites briefly over the two days of traveling. Great deal and friendly, helpful, trustworthy agent! You can contact him as follows Email address:- [email protected] WhatsApp number:- +251975156015

2. Danakil Depression

0125 Ethiopia
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Danakil Depression

Reviewed By SerenaTa87 - Cossato, Italy

The landscapes in the Danakil depression are just impressive. This tour leads you to see the sunrise on the geysers, and the sunset on the salted lake Assale, and to trek under the stars to the top of Erta Ale volcano, waiting for the sunrise near the crater. You can also float in salted water pool and observe camel caravans transporting salt blocks. I had to organise this trip last minute and Hafi Tours did a great job. Very swift and clear communication via WhatsApp. They picked me up at the airport in Mekele and arranged a 3-day and 2-night tour in the Danakil depression, including Erta Ale volcano. Everything was well very organised, including transport in 4x4 LandCruiser, camping equipment, drinking water and meals. Our driver was very kind. Really recommended! Hafi Tours Whatsapp: +251918518807 Email: [email protected]

3. Yama Ethiopia Tours

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Yama Ethiopia Tours

One of the most outstanding tour operation company in Ethiopia and we are specialized on organizing trips to the Danakil , Lalibela , Siemen mountain , cultural tour to the Omo valley tribes village, Bale mountain national park and Awash National park.

4. Ethiopan Wanderer Tours & Travel

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Ethiopan Wanderer Tours & Travel

Welcome to Ethiopia Wanderer Tours & Travel! We are a private eco-tourism business in beautiful ancient Ethiopia. We want to give you the best tour experience our country has to offer and we guarantee that you will love Ethiopia after we show you and your family or fellow travellers a grass roots cultural experience.

5. Tek Tours

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Tek Tours

Tek Tour is well-established with its tagline “Think Africa, Visit Ethiopia” in the Ethiopian hospitality industry. Our company, Tek Tour, is the greatest choice for City Tour of Addis Ababa, Short Excursions, Historical Tour, Omo valley & South West Omo Surma area, Trekking the Danakil depression & Adventures, as well as Religious tours, Bird Watching, Sporting, Coffee tour and many more.

6. Inside Ethiopia Tours

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Inside Ethiopia Tours

Inside Ethiopia Tours is an Ethiopian-Spanish owned tour company aimed at providing its customers with an unforgettable travel experience in Ethiopia. Our team is formed by qualified, multilingual and experienced guides and drivers willing to offer our visitors a better understanding and perspective of the Ethiopian culture. Inside Ethiopia Tours offers a variety of tourism services to both individuals and groups wishing to visit Ethiopia for leisure or professional reasons. The specially crafted itineraries offered by Inside Ethiopia Tours strive to highlight the Ethiopian nature, history and lifestyles.

7. Awaze Tours

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Awaze Tours

Based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Awaze Tours offers tours throughout Ethiopia. Independent travelers may join our scheduled itineraries or we can customize private tours for groups of any size. Tours may include Ethiopia’s nine World Heritage sites such as the rock churches of Lalibela, the tribes of the Omo Valley, and Ethiopia’s spectacular National Parks. One of the oldest nations in the world, Ethiopia is renowned for its fascinating history, vibrant cultures, and generous hospitiality. Our priority is that every visitor experience this firsthand for a truly memorable tour.

8. Lucy Ethiopia Tours

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Lucy Ethiopia Tours

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.

9. Omo National Park and River

Jinka 2222 Ethiopia
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Omo National Park and River

My name is Yared a Local Guide & Tour Organizer in Ethiopia! City Tour ,Day Trips , Historical & heritage Tours , Tribes Tours

Reviewed By ingeques

this was the second time in 4 months i visited the omo valley in ethiopia. my guide was kali, because i had travelled with him before and i was sure i didnt want another guide! we visited a lot of tribes around arba minch which rarely see tourists. i was completely taken by the beauty of the people and the endlessness of the landscapes!!! if you have the time its definitely advisable to try and make your trip as long as possible because there are so many extraordinary things to see!!! after visiting the tribes around arba minch we went into the lower omo valley and again i was mesmerised by the beauty of the people!!! we visited many different tribes, but the ones that i still appreciate the most are the mursi tribe, who live in the mago national park, not so far from jinka. every time i go to the omo valley i see new and more amazing things!! its definitely the most beautiful place on earth. kali man also knows where all the good spots are, so hes definitely the best guide i have travelled with in all my years of travelling. he takes care of literally everything. he always made sure my hotels, lodges or campsites were to my liking, the food was always delicious and i always felt so at ease with his company! so omo valley and kali are definitely a very good combination. you can reach him on +251942209230

10. Yemrehana Krestos Church

Lalibela Ethiopia
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Yemrehana Krestos Church

The church of Yemrehanna Kristos is one of Ethiopia's best-preserved late Axumite churches, and is named for a twelfth-century Zagwe priest-king and saint. The church is located inside a large natural cavern on a hill in northern Ethiopia, set in a spectacular landscape of juniper trees, predating the famous nearby rock-hewn churches of Lalibela by almost a century.

Reviewed By ClaudiaYacura - San Vito al Tagliamento, Italy

I visited this Monastery accompanied by Bekire (+251 92 018 3099) who organized my stay in Lalibela. This monastery is worth to be visited..

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