Ethiopia has a proud and long history extending to the known beginnings of mankind. We know and focus on both the north and south of the country - two contrasting but equally fascinating regions. The northern part of the country includes some of the great civilisations of the ancient world such as Gondar, with its medieval castles and fairy tale palaces, and Lalibela with its extraordinary rock hewn churches. The stunning landscapes of the Simien Mountains are a trekkers delight as are the beautiful Monasteries on the islands of Lake Tana and in the Tigray region. Our Southern Ethiopia tours focus on the extraordinary tribes, landscapes and wild life along the Rift Valley. Ethiopia has an unusually large endemic bird population - a paradise for birders, and the many lakes and national parks have lovely lodges to relax and enjoy the views and sample the local cuisine and delicious coffee. The Islamic city of Harar in the east makes an interesting diversion with its cobbled mazes of alleyways and markets. Ethiopia is an extraordinary diverse and unique country with something for everyone - and thirteen months of sunshine guarantee warm weather at any time of the year.
Where to go in Ethiopia
Where to go in Ethiopia

Southern Ethiopia
Bale Mountains Nation Park (Bale is pronounced ‘bali’) is often over-looked in favour of the Simien Mountains in the north, but a new lodge...

Historic Northern Ethiopia
Northern Ethiopia is a treasure trove of historical capitals where religious customs from the Middle Ages continue to thrive in the Queen of...

Simien Mountains
Once described as the ‘chess pieces of the Gods’, the towering spires, volcanic pinnacles, huge gorges and gullies and vast rock formations...
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What to do in Ethiopia

Ethiopian Festivals
Enkutatash, Ledet, Meskel, Timkat, Hidar Tsion, Faskia, Debra Damo… the list of Ethiopian festivals is endless, so plan your trip to coincide...
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Luxury Hotels in Ethiopia

Bale Mountain Lodge
Bale Mountain Lodge is a lovely eco-lodge well, well off the beaten track in the heart of central Ethiopia in the Bale Mountain National Park.

Gheralta Lodge
In the heart of the Historic Route, between Mekele and Axum, the recently opened Gheralta Lodge is a lovely property off the well-trodden tourist...

Simien Mountain Lodge
Acclaimed as the highest hotel in Africa, Simien Mountain Lodge has 20 en-suite bedrooms and is situated on the edge of the Simien National Park.
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Key Facts & Useful Links
Language: English
Currency: Ethiopian Birr
Visa: Required
Religion: Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Paganism
Food & Drink: wat (hot spicy stew, injera ( spongy pancake), bunna (coffee)
Time difference:
GMT +3 hrs
Flight from London:
8:00 hrs
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