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55 Ethiopia vacations found
Ethiopia holidays, tailor made
Discover the natural beauty and culture of Ethiopia
From £1,795 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made at a time to suit you and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary. Minimum 2 people
Ethiopia holiday, tailormade
Discover the people, places and wildlife of Ethiopia
From £2,483 17 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made at a time to suit you and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary. Minimum 2 people
Ethiopia tour with Timkat festival departure
Take Ethiopia's greatest religious celebration, the Timkat Festival
From US $3,799 to US $3,879 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 10 Jan, 15 Jan
Wildlife and cultural tour to Ethiopia
See wildlife in the Omo valley
From £1,997 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade at a time to suit you and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary. Minimum 2 people
Travel Team
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Ethiopia birdwatching holiday in Bale Mountains
Discover Ethiopia's vast array of unusual birds
From £1,447 10 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade at a time to suit you and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary. Minimum 2 people
Ethiopia family holiday
Experience the unique and breathtaking sites of Ethiopia
From £2,335 16 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made at a time to suit you and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary. Minimum 2 people
Ethiopia cultural vacations
Discover the historic wonders of Ethiopia
From £3,225 to £3,535 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 14 Oct
2020: 7 Jan, 12 Apr, 11 Oct
2020: 7 Jan, 12 Apr, 11 Oct
£100 discount per person off our Historic Ethiopia - 14 October tour
Bale Mountains holiday in Ethiopia
Traverse the highest plateau in Africa viewing wolves
From £1,299 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 5 Oct
Omo Valley cultural vacation in Ethiopia
Travel to the Omo Valley, Africa's cultural heartland
From £2,565 to £2,695 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 27 Oct
2020: 21 Jan, 25 Apr, 24 Oct
2020: 21 Jan, 25 Apr, 24 Oct
£100 discount per person off our Ethiopia Omo Valley Explorer 27 October tour
Trekking in Ethiopia, nr Lalibela
Walk through beautiful landscapes as guests of the villagers
From US $205 4 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This itinerary can be arranged throughout the season from 1 Oct - end June
Ethiopia vacation
One of Africa's most fascinating countries
From US $2,840 to US $3,180 16 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 5 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 26 Oct, 2 Nov, 16 Nov, 23 Nov, 30 Nov, 7 Dec
2020: 7 Jan, 25 Jan, 1 Feb, 8 Feb, 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 29 Feb, 7 Mar, 14 Mar, 28 Mar, 4 Apr, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 24 Oct, 31 Oct, 7 Nov, 14 Nov, 28 Nov, 19 Dec
2020: 7 Jan, 25 Jan, 1 Feb, 8 Feb, 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 29 Feb, 7 Mar, 14 Mar, 28 Mar, 4 Apr, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 24 Oct, 31 Oct, 7 Nov, 14 Nov, 28 Nov, 19 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 05 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 26 Oct
Ethiopia & Djibouti holiday, Danakil Depression
An amazing journey through Africa's most striking landscapes
From £3,299 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 10 Nov
2020: 8 Nov
2020: 8 Nov
Luxury cultural tour of Southern Ethiopia
A unique insight into the tribes and landscape of Southern Ethiopia
From £2,649 11 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip departs every Saturday between July and the end of March
Tailor made vacations to Ethiopia
Discover the beauty and adventure of Ethiopia
From £3,595 11 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can depart anytime between October and March and adapted to suit your requirements
Travel Team
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Egypt, Sudan & Ethiopia overland tour
Exciting scenic adventure from Egypt to Ethiopia
From £3,850 to £3,985 49 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 4 Mar, 17 Nov
2021: 3 Mar, 16 Nov
2022: 2 Mar
2021: 3 Mar, 16 Nov
2022: 2 Mar
Ethiopia trekking in Wof Washa forest
Community trekking, stunning forest, Rift Valley escarpment
From US $280 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Simien mountains trekking in Ethiopia
Trek remote, beautiful farmland near Janamora
From US $300 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Trekking in Ethiopia on Mount Abuna Yosef
Stunning Mountain trek on Abuna Yoseph (4300m)
From US $305 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Ethiopian small group tour, Ethiopian Odyssey
Rock-hewn churches, endemic wildlife and tribal culture
From £6,995 21 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 22 Sep
2020: 19 Apr, 20 Sep
2020: 19 Apr, 20 Sep
Eastern Trans Africa & Gorillas overland tour
Journey up the Nile through to Sudan, Ethiopia, Uganda and Kenya
From £6,695 to £6,935 92 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 21 Jan, 17 Nov
2021: 19 Jan, 16 Nov
2022: 18 Jan
2021: 19 Jan, 16 Nov
2022: 18 Jan
Kenya and Ethiopia overland tour
Overland tour of Ethiopia with Northern & Central Kenya
From £3,250 to £3,355 44 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 10 Feb, 18 Apr, 4 Nov, 15 Dec
2021: 8 Feb, 17 Apr, 10 Nov, 14 Dec
2022: 7 Feb
2021: 8 Feb, 17 Apr, 10 Nov, 14 Dec
2022: 7 Feb
Ethiopia festivals tour, Genna and Timkat
Experience Ethiopia's Genna and Timkat Festivals
From US $5,035 16 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 6 Jan
2021: 6 Jan
2021: 6 Jan
Rift Valley overland tour of Ethiopia & Kenya
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From £640£544 to £690 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 12 Oct
2020: 19 Jan, 10 Feb, 22 May, 4 Nov
2021: 18 Jan, 8 Feb, 21 May, 10 Nov
2022: 17 Jan, 7 Feb
2020: 19 Jan, 10 Feb, 22 May, 4 Nov
2021: 18 Jan, 8 Feb, 21 May, 10 Nov
2022: 17 Jan, 7 Feb
Up to £90 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 12 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 12 Oct
Ethiopia tour, Harar & Bale Mountains
The Rift Valley and its tribes are at the heart of this journey
From £1,160 to £1,200 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 21 Oct, 29 Nov
2020: 5 Jan, 2 Feb, 19 Feb, 8 May, 13 Nov
2021: 4 Jan, 24 Jan, 12 Feb, 17 Feb, 7 May, 19 Nov
2022: 3 Jan, 11 Feb, 16 Feb
2020: 5 Jan, 2 Feb, 19 Feb, 8 May, 13 Nov
2021: 4 Jan, 24 Jan, 12 Feb, 17 Feb, 7 May, 19 Nov
2022: 3 Jan, 11 Feb, 16 Feb
Late availability on these dates: 21 Oct
Travel Team
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Ethiopia overland tour, 35 days
A wonderful overland tour of Ethiopia
From £2,630 to £2,705 35 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 29 Nov
2020: 13 Jan, 19 Feb, 18 Apr, 13 Nov, 15 Dec
2021: 4 Jan, 12 Feb, 17 Feb, 17 Apr, 19 Nov, 14 Dec
2022: 11 Feb, 16 Feb
2020: 13 Jan, 19 Feb, 18 Apr, 13 Nov, 15 Dec
2021: 4 Jan, 12 Feb, 17 Feb, 17 Apr, 19 Nov, 14 Dec
2022: 11 Feb, 16 Feb
Ethiopia tour with Timkat Festival
Join in with the Timkat Festival in Ethiopia
From £3,535 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 7 Jan
Ethiopia coffee tour
Discover the jungles of Kaffa and the birthplace of coffee.
From £1,499 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 4 Jan
Danakil volcano trek in Ethiopia
Dramatic nature & nomadic life in the Afar Triangle
From £3,075 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 17 Nov
2020: 15 Nov
2020: 15 Nov
Ethiopia walking tour
A superb walking tour showcasing the best of Ethiopia
From £4,195 13 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Eastern Ethiopia vacation
13 days to mountains, wildlife & towns of Eastern Ethiopia
From £3,995 13 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
From
£1,795
excluding flights
It was good to see and experience contrasting aspects of Northern Ethiopia, both cultural and natural, and having guides who knew their town or region made a huge difference to our trip. (more)Nick Waterfield
Everything was memorable. Perhaps the "treks" in Janamora and West Mesket stand out, or the smiley friendliness of everyone... Fabulous, loved every minute. (more)Tony Riley
The most memorable part of the vacation was visiting the livestock market... A wonderful first (and not last) experience of Ethiopia. (more)Susan Cunningham
From
£3,225
excluding flights
Great if you are interested in culture, history and religion (more)Hannah Murray
Although the Churches, Museums and Palaces were stunning and memorable the aspect that made the most impact was meeting people in different parts of Ethiopia and gaining some understanding of how they live. (more)Lauren Kaswell
Go with an open mind and you will have many wonderful surprises (more)Margarita Lytle
From
£2,483
excluding flights
What was best - all of it!! It is difficult to pick out just one memorable or exciting part as our various experiences in Ethiopia were all very special in their own way. We did see a procession for the Feast of St Michael in a small town and that remains a very special memory too. (more)Ruth Adams
Visiting the rock churches in AETHIOPIA and coming across a group of local pilgrims was my highlight. (more)Barbara Schmidle
The entire trip was very memorable. The churches were beautiful, the historical sites were interesting, the people were warm and friendly. I loved being in the midst of the gelada baboons. (more)Sheryl Padjen
From
US $205
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Arrving at the first village on day one of the trek - incredible setting and the most spectacular place to have a cup of tea anywhere in Ethiopia!
Tips?
Take some alternative nibbles for when you tire of injera. Wear high factor sunscreen - it's high up so it might not feel hot but you burn quicker. Drink lots of water.
Local benefits?
Yes, we were told 60% of the money goes to the community. Our trekking had minimal impact on the local environment, though... (more)Joe Downie
From
£2,565
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Bull jumping ceremony in Hammar village
Tips?
Beware of poor accommodation in Yabello and Wando Genet
Local benefits?
No
Overall rating?
I enjoyed learning about the customs and village life (more)Joan Thomas
From
£4,265
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Visiting rock churches and Lalibela and being able to enjoy their Timkat/Epiphany celebrations.
Tips?
Watch the amount of time you are spending on the road. If necessary reduce what you see to enjoy it more.
Local benefits?
One hopes so the parks and lodges are employing local people.
Overall rating?
Excellent, our tour operator did a great job of organising and delivering for us. (more)Hugh Tottle
From
US $3,799
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Walking in procession amidst the welcoming crowds celebrating Timkat, the Ethiopian Coptic Church Epiphany, in Mekele.
Tips?
Go with an open mind to discover Ethiopa's history and amazing wildlife. Take binoculars.
Local benefits?
Certainly benefited local people through employment of local guides and work at hotels through tourism. Ethiopia needs more tourism to help its economy.
Overall rating?
Brilliant. We had a fabulous Ethiopian guide who could... (more)Jane Harris-Matthews
From
US $2,840
excluding flights
Thoroughly enjoyed our first tour with the operator. The tour leader (Sue) was without doubt the best we have ever had from any tour company. Her knowledge and enthusiasm contributed to a fascinating and unforgettable tour of a beautiful country. (more)Brian Muir
Very good; although personally I found it a little too fast-paced. I would have preferred more downtime. (more)Katharine Shaw
From
US $68
per person per night
The camp we stayed at was in the most stunning position... The landscape aside, what really made this trip was the people. It was a wonderful experience staying and walking with the locals and whilst humbling at times it never once felt uncomfortable. (more)Mark Lineham
The walk is simply spectacular with magnificent views over the escarpment every step of the way....The people are really lovely and very welcoming and we found it an extraordinary privilege to meet them and learn about their lives. (more)Justin Francis
From
£3,650
excluding flights
I reckon I am a culture vulture and the churches were amazing. I didn't expect to be bowled over by the scenery of the Simien Mountains and the trek at the end of the vacation which was a real privilege. (more)Jennifer Blain
It was all memorable but - not toooo exciting! (more)June Addison
The most memorable parts were the fantastic views from the escarpments and a chance visit at a local school during the TESFA walk, the view over the twin of Ayers Rock from the Ghiralta lodge (more)Monica Filkova
From
£1,447
excluding flights
Most memorable was the stunning and very diverse scenery we passed through whilst traveling the countryside, the very interesting birds and wildlife and the friendly cheery people. (more)Susie Wiltshire
Overall seeing 306 bird species was my highlight. Specifically the drive across the Sanetti Plateau. (more)Brian Kings
There were so many memorable times that it's difficult to choose, but highlights were birdwatching while eating lunch overlooking Bishoftu Lake far below; walking in Awash National Park guided by Mohamed and eating traditional food overlooking Awash Falls; staying at Sabana Resort and swimming in Lake Lagano... (more)John Payne
From
£1,997
excluding flights
The highlight was visiting the tribal markets at Turmi and Alduba, including walking to the Turmi market from Buska Lodge; and sitting in a Hamer mud hut drinking coffee. (more)Ann Wintersgill
A great vacation ... incredible sights and the chance to see several of the tribal groups in the Omo Valley. (more)Lloyd Martin
This vacation was everything we hoped it would be, and much more. We saw everything we wanted to see, but what really made the difference was the wonderful guide and driver. (more)Carolyn Scharf
From
£820
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Scrambling up the rocks to the rock hewn churches of Tigray, adrenaline, amazing views and fantastic history.
Tips?
Be prepared for long drives on dangerous roads, awesome scenery but nailbiting at times. Although the sights were amazing some of them were also busy, take a few extra days and try to get a bit more off the tourist trail, there are places to stop on the way between the major sights, would have been good to stop rather than motoring between major places.... (more)lisa rose
From
£2,335
excluding flights
The spectacular mountain scenery was something unexpected and awesome. The people were very friendly. Labilela rock hewn churches and the history was very interesting and fascinating. (more)Nicola de Jager
I am not sure what was the most memorable or exciting part of our vacation - for the three of us it would be different things. I think for my daughter it would be the fact that a leopard visited our camp in the Simien Mountains...I would say it was a truly amazing time. (more)Sophie Brinckman
As an introduction to the African continent, for me it was the best experience imaginable!
(more)Julie Stanhope
From
US $2,932
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Gondor, Aksum, and Lalibela were simply wonderful. Lalibela has often been called the 8th Wonder of the World and I would believe it.
Tips?
For me it was a more physically strenuous trip than I thought - there is a lot of hiking up and down hills.. I also took a side trip to Harar and I thought it was definitely a great add-on.
Local benefits?
I bought a Life Straw this year and it definitely reduces the amount of bottled water you need to buy. We always... (more)Patricia Ruble
From
£1,770
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Seeing off the beaten track places, learning about traditions first hand. Seeing great scenery and good wildlife in Kenya.
Tips?
Ethiopia is quite 'rugged' but beautiful and varied. Don't expect luxury but it is rewarding in terms of scenery, customs and friendly people. Kenya is more comfortable with good campsites, great wildlife and good food.
Local benefits?
Visiting National Parks obviously support's conservation. Otherwise not that much.
Overall... (more)Liz Buckle
From
US $3,099
excluding flights
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