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Ethiopia Highlights and Events
Travel in Ethiopia with Intrepid

The great land of Ethiopia is one of Africa's veiled treasures. Archaeological, cultural and natural riches await for travellers keen to delve into this ancient yet often overlooked destination. Trekking rugged ranges, visiting simple mountain villages, marvelling at time-worn relics dipped in mysticism and meeting genuine, unaffected people who have overcome famine and war makes for a life-affirming journey.
Experience Ethiopia's highlights on these trips
Ethiopian Explorer
44 days
Basix
- USD $3,010CAD $3,030AUD $2,930EUR €2,345GBP £1,825NZD $3,755ZAR R23,405CHF FR2,715Trip Price tool tip
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USD $4,050*CAD $4,039*AUD $3,925*EUR €3,070*GBP £2,459*NZD $5,003*ZAR R30,638*CHF FR3,537** Total price tool tip
Nairobi to Cairo
72 days
Basix
- USD $5,380CAD $5,410AUD $5,230EUR €4,190GBP £3,260NZD $6,700ZAR R41,805CHF FR4,850Trip Price tool tip
- USD $1,680Kitty tool tip
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USD $7,060*CAD $7,041*AUD $6,837*EUR €5,362*GBP £4,284*NZD $8,716*ZAR R53,489*CHF FR6,178** Total price tool tip
Cairo to Nairobi
72 days
Basix
- USD $5,380CAD $5,410AUD $5,230EUR €4,190GBP £3,260NZD $6,700ZAR R41,805CHF FR4,850Trip Price tool tip
- USD $1,680Kitty tool tip
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USD $7,060*CAD $7,041*AUD $6,837*EUR €5,362*GBP £4,284*NZD $8,716*ZAR R53,489*CHF FR6,178** Total price tool tip
Cairo to Cape Town
142 days
Basix
- USD $10,070CAD $10,130AUD $9,790EUR €7,845GBP £6,105NZD $12,550ZAR R78,290CHF FR9,085Trip Price tool tip
- USD $6,000Kitty tool tip
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USD $16,070*CAD $15,956*AUD $15,532*EUR €12,033*GBP £9,765*NZD $19,750*ZAR R120,020*CHF FR13,831** Total price tool tip
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Highlights
- Taste sweet Ethiopian coffee in Addis Ababa
- Discover the castles, churches and palaces of Gonder
- Visit the astounding rock-hewn churches of Lalibela
- Spot wildlife while adventuring through the Bale Mountains National Park
- Get acquainted with the customs and culture of remote Omo Valley tribes
- Trek through the dramatic scenery of the Simien Mountains
- Explore legendary ancient ruins in Aksum
- Walk around the spectacular Blue Nile Falls
- Relax in the steamy, hot springs of Lake Abiyata
- Pay a visit to the kids living at the Awassa Children's Centre
Ethiopia's Top Picks
Ethiopia is the only African country with its own alphabet and numerical system
Top 5 Must-See Sights of Ethiopia
- Churches of Lalibela: These miraculous, ancient churches cut from rock are the main reason travellers journey to the town Lalibela. Surrounded by myth and legend, these unique churches have stood for centuries and remain a sacred site for Ethiopians.
- Aksum Ruins: This UNESCO World Heritage-listed archaeological site is home to some of the most impressive ancient ruins in the world. Located in the north of Ethiopia and featuring obelisks, royal tombs and remnants of palaces, fables suggest that this was once the home of the Queen of Sheba.
- The Palace of Fasiladas: The city of Gonder is home to many incredible buildings, but the restored Palace of Fasiladas counts among the most impressive. Located within the Royal Enclosure, this castle possesses an intriguing fusion of Portuguese, Indian and Moorish decorative styles.
- Blue Nile Falls: Meaning "smoking water" in Amharic, these legendary falls are best seen during the rainy season when the water levels swell, creating a thunderous amount of white water.
- Debre Berhan Selassie Church: This unusual little church located in Gonder was built in the 17th century and features an elaborately decorated interior like no other - more than 100 winged cherubs are painted on the ceiling. A must see when in Ethiopia.
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Ethiopia at a glance
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- Addis Ababa (population 2.2 million)
- 82 million
- Amharic
- ETB
- (GMT+03:00) Nairobi
- Type C (European 2-pin), Type E (French 2-pin, female earth), Type F (German 2-pin, side clip earth), Type L (Italian 3-pin)
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