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See Ethiopia through the eyes of a local, as your Ethiopian tour leader gives you a first-hand insight into the rich and colourful tapestry that makes up this unique country. Visiting historic island monasteries and rock churches leads to awareness of these important cultural relics and ensures that they are earmarked for protection, so that future generations can continue to appreciate them. It also helps poor countries like Ethiopia preserve vestiges of its rich cultural heritage. A walk in the Simien Mountains leads to an awareness of the country's natural splendour and unique wildlife, such as the colourful gelada baboon.
Tourism in Ethiopia is in its infancy and to support programs there this operator is training their tour leaders on a variety of issues, from environmental awareness to First Aid. This not only assists in the conduct of a tour but also provides leaders with important life skills.
Another highlight of this trip is a visit to the Ploughshare Project in Gondar, designed to support single mothers. The centre provides training in traditional and modern pottery, traditional weaving and vegetative production. It now provides permanent work for 43 women, as well as training six more women every five months. The ultimate aim is to create year-round food supplies, as well as eventually support a kindergarten for the children of these women.
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