ETHIOPIA
Ethiopia's standouts.
The 10 most popular tours and experiences in Ethiopia. Rock churches, highland treks, Danakil expeditions and Omo Valley journeys, the standout days in one place.
Full-day Addis Ababa tour with hotel pickup: Lucy at the National Museum, Merkato market, Entoto views, and St. George Cathedral.
“The tour of Addis was very interesting. I spent a pleasant day visiting the most important attractions of the city even enjoying local food. Thank you Adisu for the amazing day in Addis!”
Sample vegetarian, beef, and fish in Addis Ababa with beer, coffee, and juice on a guided Atlas neighborhood walk.
“Meeting place was closed 2 years ago, but we had a great taxi driver that wouldn’t leave us without getting us to our tour. No signage, no update. Otherwise a great walking foody tour.”
Addis Ababa day trip to Debre Libanos and Portuguese Bridge, with Blue Nile Gorge views, gelada monkeys, birds, coffee, and lunch.
“Breathtaking scenery in the area around the monastery and the Portuguese bridge, and Sis was an extremely friendly and knowledgeable guide who went out of his way to make the experience as enjoyable as possible. Seeing the baboons up close and personal with the valley in the background was spectacular as well.”
Day trip from Addis to Debre Libanos, Blue Nile Gorge, Portuguese Bridge, and a cave church, with endemic primates, lunch, and views.
“I had a very nice tour to Debre Libanos, Blue Nile Gorge, Portuguese Bridge with Abiy. Abiy is the best driver guide. He ensured Im safe and he is very nice. 5 star for Abiy.”
Addis Ababa in one day with hotel or airport pickup. See Lucy at the museum, Merkato market, Entoto views, and a historic church.
“We had a great time! Mohamed the guide and driver George were extremely friendly and nice to be around. Mohamed is very knowledgeable about so many things - history, culture, food.. He presents information easily without overloading, at the same time we learned so much. We were picked up at the hotel after changing the…”
Entoto Mountains day trip from Addis Ababa: Debre Libanos, Portuguese Bridge, wildlife and church stops, pickup and lunch included.
“Teka was an amazing tour guide and extremely knowledgeable. I would recommend him for anyone looking to experience Ethiopia! Mussie was a very professional driver and great companion. Would absolutely book again!”
A flexible private day in Addis Ababa: cathedrals, museums, Entoto coffee in a family setting, and Merkato market time.
“Muluken was a great guide. He showed us around Addis Ababa, and we enjoyed the museums, learning about culture and history as well as the coffee ceremony. We highly recommend Muluken!”
3 days in Ethiopia’s Danakil Depression: Erta Ale sunrise lava lake, Dallol colors, salt mining, and Lake Assal, with meals and permits.
“The landscapes were amazing - both Erta Ale and Danakil. The tour itself was mixed. The communication from the main guide during the tour was rather poor so the program was often not clear. More proactive communication would be goodRead more”
Private full-day Addis Ababa tour with cathedral, Mercato, museums, Lucy and Entoto views. Pickup, entrances, coffee included for $75.
“Great tour of the Ethiopian Capital. Very well knowledgeable of history, culture, and rituals of the Ethiopian people and nation.”
Explore Addis Ababa with a local guide: Lucy at the National Museum, Entoto views, Mercato, and a traditional coffee ceremony.
“This tour was truly unforgettable! I was absolutely impressed by the professionalism of my guide and the genuine passion, care, and dedication he brings to his work. Exploring the most fascinating places in Addis Ababa was an amazing experience, and I couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Every detail was thoughtfully organized, and I…”
