Addis Ababa
Capital City
The capital city, Addis Ababa, is the largest and most populated city in the country
Travel Guide
The Land of Beauty
Travelling to Ethiopia
Essential InformationTravel links to Ethiopia are excellent, especially into Addis Ababa’s Bole International Airport. Many airlines fly here, and our own Ethiopian Airlines serves major travel hubs worldwide, including major US and UK airports as well as key locations across Africa. Ethiopia is beautiful to visit year-round, but many prefer the dry season, from October to June. During this time, you’ll find cooler, dryer conditions and vibrant festivals like Timkat in January.
Why You Should Visit Ethiopia
A country endowed with fabulous wildlife, epic natural beauty, mind-blowing outdoor experiences, and Africa’s most fascinating history, Ethiopia remains nothing like anywhere else in the world. Here you can climb over 3000 meters high on the world-famous Simien Mountains or even explore Africa’s lowest areas on the Danakil Depression.
In between, you can enjoy a scenery whose beauty knows no bounds – sweeping savannas, beautiful lakes, lush highlands, gorgeous deserts, and plateaus.
When it comes to history, Ethiopia has a wealth of it being the only African country to have escaped European colonialism and keep most of its cultural identity.
Explore Ethiopia’s historical routes like Lalibela, Axum, Gondar, and Bahir Dar, Lake Tana Monasteries and more; or Ethiopia’s cultural routes like the South Omo Valley tribes and you will already see just how magnificent this country is!
107, 531, 734
Total Population
The current population of Ethiopia is 107,531,734 as of July 5, 2018
85
Ethnic Groups
According to the 2007 census there are more than 85 ethnic groups in Ethiopia
Where We Operate
Our team has spent many years developing relationships with local areas all over Ethiopia. We can arrange tours and experiences anywhere in our country but will always advise of the current politcal situation and if it is safe to visit certain areas.
Highlights
- City of Gondar – Fasil Ghebbi
- Erta Ale Volcano
- Simien National Park
- Sof Omar caves
- Blue Nile Falls
Need to Know
- The local currency is the Ethiopian Birr (ETB)
- Tourists visiting Ethiopia need a Visa. The easiest option for many is the e-Visa, available online for most nationalities.
- Amharic is Ethiopia’s official language, but English is widely spoken in areas
- Yellow fever vaccination is often recommended, along with updates for typhoid, hepatitis A and tetanus.
- Women are encouraged to pack a scarf to cover their hair in churches and mosques to keep a respectful environment amongst worshippers.
- Ethiopia is home to a series of different cultures and religions: Ethiopian Orthodox, Christianity, Islam and some Indigenous traditions too!
More Information
- Ethiopia is home to a remarkable array of UNESCO World Heritage sites.
- The country is home to 850 bird species, many of which are endemic to the country.
- Coptic-style calendar, Ethiopia has 13 months in a year
