Ethiopia holidays, and festivals

COUNTRY:
Ethiopia
HOLIDAY TYPE:
A small group adventure
DEPARTURES:
CHECK AVAILABILITY2013: 20 Oct, 27 Oct, 3 Nov, 17 Nov, 15 Dec, 29 Dec
2014: 11 Jan, 15 Jan, 2 Feb, 16 Feb, 2 Mar, 16 Mar
PRICE:
From £2069 - £2569 (15 days) including UK flights
MORE INFO:
From £1569 - £1919 excluding flights. Single supplement £280.
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Ethiopia holidays, and festivals

Small group adventure holiday
Typically you will be sharing your experiences with between 4-20 like minded travellers (depending on the trip, operator and how many others are booked on the trip) and you'll have a group leader with you. Whether you are travelling alone or with friends its good value, and a great way to meet new people! While itineraries are pre-planned there is some flexibility and you'll have plenty of privacy. This trip will appeal to travellers of all ages who enjoy meeting new people as well as seeing new places.

How Ethiopia holidays, and festivals makes a difference

UK office
It all starts at home so we have first worked to reduce our carbon footprint in our UK offices. Through energy conservation measures and recycling policies in place, we are proud to be actively reducing the waste produced and our impact on the environment. We support various projects all over the world to try and give something back to the places we visit.

Leaders & local suppliers
As a part of our continued commitment to responsible tourism, we operate this trip in a way that aims to reduce impacts and to give as much back as possible to the local communities. We visit several cultural attractions where the fees pay to help conservation and preservation.

We use all locally owned and run accommodation on this trip and this contributes directly to the local communities as local staff are employed and locally produced and sourced goods are bought for the accommodation.

Group size
We operate small group tours (18 pax on this tour) that have a low impact on the communities we visit and we always ensure our operations do not disrupt or lead to the displacement of local people. This allows us to stay in unique and characterful accommodation that would not have benefitted from tourism due to their limited size.

Ethiopia holidays, and festivals

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The story of the provider of Ethiopia holidays, and festivals

This tour operator was the first to get access to China over 30 years ago and the first to take a truck to Everest Base Camp on the Tibetan side. They have since expanded into 91 countries. Their product is driven by their clients because they listen to feedback and have to constantly evolve to provide a greater experience and better value. The exclusive centres they use have been grown organically and are often owned by ex-leaders. The holidays remain innovative, though you will now be travelling in a Mercedes 16-seater sprinter coach rather than a rusty old Bedford overland truck.

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Ethiopia holidays, and festivals

Reviewed 04 Apr 2012 by Lindsay Challoner4 star rating

There is a bit of everything in Ethiopia from culture to history and amazing landscapes. I would recommend a holiday here for the sheer diversity this amazing country offers.(read full review)

Reviewed 01 Feb 2011 by Lesley Shane4 star rating

Most memorable were the sites, sights and people of Ethiopia... the wonderful scenery, the amazing friendly people and the astonishing history of this fascinating country. (read full review)

Reviewed 28 Jan 2009 by Caroline Gant4 star rating

Being in Ethiopia for Timkat (at Axum) was an unforgettable experience. Discovering the extraordinary cultural history of Ethiopia with the help of experienced and delightful guides was stimulating and enriching.(read full review)

Reviewed 01 Nov 2008 by G Warren4 star rating

It was the first holiday of this type that I had done (I am 53) and it was wonderful. A real adventure with a fantastic guide in Gebre. (read full review)

Reviewed 30 Jan 2008 by Sonia Brentley3 star rating

Mix with the local people as much as you can; they are the most beautiful natured people imaginable.(read full review)

Reviewed 29 Jan 2008 by Maria Camilo2 star rating

The local guide was outstanding and made me feel warmth towards Ethiopia and a wish to return in a less frantic way.(read full review)

Reviewed 27 Jan 2007 by Brigitte Faubert4 star rating

The most memorable part of my holiday was the way that the faithful at Axum, where we passed the Timkat festival, welcomed us all wholeheartedly into their ceremonies. Far from being merely onlookers, we felt a part of the process(read full review)

Reviewed 21 Nov 2007 by Henrietta Cook3 star rating

The country was as fascinating and beautiful as I had anticipated.(read full review)
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