ethiopia Holidays

Ethiopia is one of the most fascinating countries on the African continent. Its intriguing and engrossing mixture of culture, religion, peoples and landscapes will not fail to change many of the stereotypes that we hold of the country and leave a lasting impression on you.

It is a cultural smorgasbord from Lalibela, dubbed the eighth wonder of the world, to Gondar, which is proud of its epithet, the Camelot of Africa. The birthplace of coffee, one of the oldest churches the Ethiopian Orthodox Church became the established church of Ethiopia in the 4th century, the Ark of the Covenant, the National Museum in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia will constantly surprise you.

So too its scenery. The Simien Mountains, home to the Ethiopian Wolf and the colourful Gelada Baboons, are awe inspiring. The Bale Mountains in the south are less well known but still spectacular. The Blue Nile Falls, Lake Tana and the Omo Valley just some of Ethiopia's other scenic sights.

But perhaps it is its peoples who will impress you most. Proud and confident (Ethiopia is the only country on the continent that has never been colonised) while at the same time generous and hospitable. Their hospitality manifests itself in a number of ways, most usually in invitations to drink coffee. And in the remote lowlands of the Omo in the southwest, you will discover a unique insight into the life of some of the most fascinating tribes in Africa.

Ethiopia is a country that constantly challenges your prejudices and preconceptions. If you come expecting drought and poverty, you leave finding a dignity and spirituality among landscapes that are unrivalled.

Pricing
At A&K all of our holidays to Africa are individually tailored to suit your needs and timescale. However, as a guide, an 11 day Ethiopia journey can be arranged from £3,995 per person including flights from the UK and subject to availability.

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