How to choose your trip to Ethiopia
Tours to Ethiopia usually focus on one of two main travel regions. The Historical Circuit in the north explores the amazing sites of Lalibela, Gonder and Axum in addition to the beautiful Simien Mountains, Lake Tana and Blue Nile Falls. Southern Ethiopia is renowned for its colourful and diverse traditional tribal groups as well as a number of national parks for wildlife viewing. Dedicated trekking tours to the Simien Mountains are available which include an ascent of Africa's fourth highest mountain, Ras Dashen. Ethiopia also lies along the Nile and Rift Valley route, a remote overlanding journey connecting Cairo to Nairobi.
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Tours of Ethiopia
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 Horn of Africa - Ethiopia and Somaliland 13 days
from £2100 excl. flights*  An exploration into some of the wilder parts of Ethiopia plus Somaliland. We begin in Ethiopia on a road trip through the otherworldly Danakil Depression. Passing through the hottest inhabited place on earth, visiting the lava lake at Irta Ale and witnessing the life of the salt mining Afar nomads that live in this otherwise inhospitable climate. Whilst in Tigray in the north of Ethiopia we’ll visit some of the most spectacularly located rock churches you’ll ever see. For classical history buffs Axum is a gem. Relics from this ancient empire are still being discovered. Then we’ll fly to the east of Ethiopia to the ancient walled city of Harar, exploring the narrow alleyways where wild Hyenas still wander. Finally we will cross into the de-facto independent state of Somaliland to see the stunning cave paintings at Las Geel and enjoy the atmosphere in the Somaliland capital Hargeisa. Then, for the truly intrepid, add on an extra 48 hours in Mogadishu with our experienced guide and security team. |
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 Ethiopia & Djibouti: Into the Danakil Depression 11 days
from £3450 excl. flights*   This adventurous trip takes us from the beautiful coastline of Djibouti to the unforgiving Danakil Depression, one of the lowest and hottest places on earth. A journey of contrasts, the trip starts with a boat trip exploring the islands of Moucha and Maskali and the surrounding crystal clear waters before continuing inland towards the Danakil. Passing through the lush landscapes of the Forest du Day; stopping off at Lake Assal, the lowest point on the African continent; and camping next to the lunar landscapes of Lake Abbe before crossing the border into Ethiopia. Once in Ethiopia, the journey into the Danakil takes us to the shores of Lake Afrera, the alien landscapes of Dallol, and a trek to the top of the active volcano – Erta Ale. From about 120m below sea level, we then follow the route of the Salt Caravans, climbing the mountains that rise steeply from the Rift Valley into Tigray region and on to Mekele before ending our journey in the Ethiopian capital of Addis Ababa. |
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* Prices are either exclusive of international flights or inclusive of flights from and to the UK as stated. Prices may vary depending on the specific departure date. Some tours may include an additional local payment to be paid in cash (USD or EURO) to the tour leader at the beginning of the tour. Please refer to the tour website for details.