Ethiopia Explorer

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  • duration 10 days
  • tour type Small group
  • age requirement 18-99 yrs
  • max group size 15
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-16271
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • Ends Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Marvel at the monolithic churches of Lalibela
  • Discover the medieval castles in the old capital of Gondar
  • Day walk in the Simien Mountains
  • Cruise to the tranquil island monasteries of Lake Tana and Blue Nile Falls
  • Explore the capital, Addis Ababa
  • Sightseeing in Bahir Dar
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The Ethiopia Explorer tour starts and ends in Addis Ababa. The Ethiopia Explorer is a walking tour that takes 10 days taking you through Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and other destinations in Ethiopia.

Explore Ethiopia's unique cultural heritage and spectacular mountain scenery. Ethiopia is an African enigma, combining a rich history, mosaic of cultures and incredible geographic diversity. The highlands strong Orthodox Christian heritage has been formidably maintained over the millennia, alone amongst Islam and tribal cultures in surrounding African countries. From the colourful chaotic sprawl of the capital Addis Ababa, medieval castles of Gondar, to the tranquil island monasteries of Lake Tana, it is indeed a land of contrasts. This itinerary includes walking in the Simien Mountains for a look at highlands life as well as time to take in the greatest of the ancient churches including the 12th century rock-hewn churches of Lalibela. The tremendous ethnic diversity of Ethiopia is evident as we explore the only country in Africa to have escaped colonialism.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1 : Join Addis Ababa
  • Day 2 : In Addis Ababa, city tour
  • Day 3 : Fly to Lalibela
  • Day 4 : In Lalibela
  • Day 5 : Drive to Gondar (approx 6-7hrs)
  • Day 6 : Gondar sightseeing
  • Day 7 : Drive to Debark for day walk in Simien Mountains, return to Gondar in the late afternoon (one way - 100km, 2.5hrs drive)
  • Day 8 : Drive to Bahir Dar, afternoon city tour (175km, approx 4hrs)
  • Day 9 : Lake Tana boat trip and Blue Nile Falls
  • Day 10 : Fly to Addis Ababa, trip concludes on arrival
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • 2 nights in 3 star hotel in Addis and 7 nights in best available hotels elsewhere on a twinshare basis
Meals
  • 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 7 dinners
Transport
  • Airport transfer Day 1 only
  • Private road transport
Guide
  • Local guides at each location (English speaking tour leader throughout for 6 or more guests)
Others
  • Boat trip on Lake Tana
  • Site entrance and national park fees per itinerary
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • international flights
  • internal flights Addis Ababa/Lalibela and Bahir Dar/Addis Ababa. *we recommend booking these flights with World Expeditions as it is easier to manage any schedule changes locally
  • arrival and departure transfers in Addis Ababa (other than airport transfer on Day 1 only).
  • NOTE - The Addis Ababa group hotel (Jupiter Hotel) offers a free airport to hotel shuttle service upon arrival or departure. This shuttle must be pre-booked prior to your arrival or departure – please refer to your reservations consultant for more details.
  • bottled water, aerated and alcoholic drinks
  • items of a personal nature such as phone calls, internet, laundry, etc.
  • travel insurance
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
5 - Excellent
Based on 2 reviews
  • Anonymous
  • On Nov 01 2018
5 - Excellent
Excellent
We had several trip leaders. Abraham was our first driver/guide for the first week and very fun, knowledgeable, experienced and pleasant.
  • Anonymous
  • On Nov 03 2016
5 - Excellent
Excellent
This trip exceeded my expectations. Fascinating country, excellent tour guide, very friendly people.
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GOOD TO KNOW Download trip notes
CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Ethiopia Explorer tour. You can cancel the tour up to 72 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 71 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 08 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 08 June 2024, a deposit of 316 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 71 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Ethiopia Explorer tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Ethiopia Explorer tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

For Solo Travelers

A twin share room may not always be available for solo travelers as it depends on the final number of people on the tour. If you have picked twin share room while booking, and that option is not available, we will get back to you after booking. A single room might then be available against an additional fee.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Safe Travels stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene global standardised protocols have been adopted.
  • Smaller group sizes have been implemented on this tour to protect against COVID-19 and to ensure that the tour complies with local authorities’ guidelines.
  • Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
  • Guides are trained in our COVID-19 response plan that has been developed in line with state government medical provisions.
  • All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure.
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