7-Day Visiting Northern Ethiopia
Ethio Backpacker Tours
$1,650 pp (USD)
Overview
Visit Ethiopia’s most spectacular historical heritage sites including Lalibela rock-hewn churches (UNESCO), Gondar Royal Enclosure, Lake Tana, Axum, and Tigray Churches.
Route
- Day 1: Addis Ababa
- Day 2: Bahir Dar
- Day 3: Gondar
- Day 4-5: Lalibela
- Day 6: Axum
- Day 7: Addis Ababa
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses hotels.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 4 people per vehicle.
Cannot be customized
The contents of this tour cannot be changed.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 20 people to run.
Minimum age
The minimum age for this tour is 2 years.
Activities & Transportation
- Activities: Game drives and boat trip
- Game drives: normal 4×4 vehicle & minivan
- Getting around: minivan, normal 4×4 vehicle & air transfer
- Book your own international flights when using this operator
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1: Best Western Plus Pearl Addis – Mid-range hotel in Addis Ababa – Breakfast Included
- Day 2: Sky Resort – Mid-range hotel in Bahir Dar – Breakfast Included
- Day 3: HaZ Hotel – Mid-range hotel in Gondar – Breakfast Included
- Day 4-5: Tabor Hotel Lalibela – Mid-range hotel in Lalibela – Breakfast Included
- Day 6: Brana Hotel – Budget hotel in Axum – Breakfast Included
- Day 7: End of tour – No accommodation – Breakfast Included
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4-Day Simien Mountains Trek
Ethio Backpacker Tours
$440 pp (USD)
Overview
Trek the Simien Mountains with spectacular viewpoints across peaks, plateaus, vistas, and valleys. This adventure takes you through dramatic landscapes and wildlife habitats in one of Ethiopia’s most beautiful national parks.
Tour Features
Budget camping
This is a budget camping tour.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 4 people per vehicle.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 20 people to run.
Minimum age
The minimum age for this tour is 2 years.
Activities & Transportation
- Activities: Game drives & Nature hikes / walks
- Game drives: normal 4×4 vehicle & minivan
- Getting around: normal 4×4 vehicle & air transfer
- Book your own international flights when using this operator
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1: Budget camping – Gondar (City) – All Meals Included
- Day 2-3: Budget camping – Inside Simien Mountains National Park – All Meals Included
- Day 4: End of tour – No accommodation – All Meals Included
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3-Day Awash National Park
Ethio Backpacker Tours
$440 pp (USD)
Overview
Explore Awash National Park, known for its dry acacia woodland, savannah, and scenic river gorges. The park is home to a variety of wildlife including oryx, baboons, warthogs, gazelles, and many bird species. Visitors can also enjoy beautiful landscapes and views of the Awash River waterfall.
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses hotels.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 4 people per vehicle.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 20 people to run.
Minimum age
The minimum age for this tour is 2 years.
Activities & Transportation
- Activities: Game drives
- Game drives: normal 4×4 vehicle & minivan
- Getting around: normal 4×4 vehicle
- Book your own international flights when using this operator
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1: Genet Hotel Awash – Mid-range hotel less than 1hr drive from Awash National Park – Breakfast Included
- Day 2: End of tour – No accommodation – Breakfast Included
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2-Day Awash National Park Tour
Ethio Backpacker Tours
$165 pp (USD)
Overview
This is a short overnight trip to Awash National Park. Awash National Park is located on the border of Oromia and Afar regions and covers an area of about 827 square kilometers. Most of the park lies at an altitude of around 900 meters and features dry acacia woodland, savannah landscapes, and the beautiful Awash River. Visitors may see wildlife such as oryx, baboons, gazelles, warthogs, and many bird species.
Route
- Day 1: Addis Ababa – Drive to Awash National Park
- Day 2: Awash National Park – Return to Addis Ababa
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses hotels.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 4 people per vehicle.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 20 people to run.
Minimum age of 2 years
The minimum age for this tour is 2 years.
Activities & Transportation
- Activities: Game drives
- Game drives: normal 4×4 vehicle & minivan
- Getting around: normal 4×4 vehicle
- Book your own international flights when using this operator
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and after the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1: Genet Hotel Awash – Mid-range hotel less than 1 hour drive from Awash National Park – Breakfast Included
- Day 2: End of tour – No accommodation – Breakfast Included
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2-Day Simien Mountains Trekking
Ethio Backpacker Tours
$275 pp (USD)
Overview
A short Simien Mountains trekking adventure with camping and wildlife viewing. The Simien Mountains National Park is famous for dramatic cliffs, deep valleys, and unique wildlife including gelada monkeys, walia ibex, and Ethiopian wolves. This tour is perfect for travelers who want a quick trekking experience in one of Ethiopia’s most beautiful landscapes.
Tour Features
Budget camping
This is a budget camping tour.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 4 people per vehicle.
Cannot be customized
The contents of this tour cannot be changed.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour.
Minimum age of 10 years
The minimum age for this tour is 10 years.
Activities & Transportation
- Activities: Game drives
- Game drives: pop-up roof minivan
- Getting around: normal 4×4 vehicle
- Book your own international flights when using this operator
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1: Budget camping – Inside Simien Mountains National Park – All Meals Included
- Day 2: End of tour – No accommodation – Breakfast & Lunch Included
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3-Day Trekking to Simien Mountain
Ethio Backpacker Tours
$330 pp (USD)
Overview
Trekking adventure in the Simien Mountains National Park with nature hikes, game drives, and specialized birding. This tour takes you through stunning landscapes, cliffs, valleys, and provides a chance to see endemic Ethiopian wildlife.
Tour Features
Mid-range camping
This is a mid-range camping tour.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 20 people per vehicle.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
Minimum age of 5 years
The minimum age for this tour is 5 years.
Activities & Transportation
- Activities: game drives, walking safaris (with an armed guide), specialized birding (with a professional birding guide), & nature hikes/walks
- Game drives: normal 4×4 vehicle & minivan
- Getting around: normal 4×4 vehicle & air transfer
- Book your own international flights when using this operator help
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1–2: Mid-range camping – Near Simien Mountains National Park – All Meals Included
- Day 3: End of tour – No accommodation – Breakfast Included
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5-Day Tour from Bahir Dar to Gondar and Simien Mountain
Ethio Backpacker Tours
$605 pp (USD)
Overview
Fly to Bahir Dar, visit Gondar, then trek the Simien Mountains National Park. Enjoy nature hikes, game drives, and the cultural highlights of northern Ethiopia.
Route
- Ethiopia – Start
- Addis Ababa (Day 1)
- Bahir Dar (City) – Day 1–2
- Gondar (City) – Day 3
- Simien Mountains NP – Day 4
- End – Addis Ababa (Day 5)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour includes camping and hotels.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 20 people per vehicle.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour.
Minimum age of 5 years
The minimum age for this tour is 5 years.
Activities & Transportation
- Activities: game drives, nature hikes/walks, & boat trip
- Game drives: normal 4×4 vehicle & minivan
- Getting around: boat, normal 4×4 vehicle & air transfer
- Book your own international flights
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1–2: Lake Avenue Hotel – Mid-range hotel in Bahir Dar (City) – Breakfast Included
- Day 3: HaZ Hotel – Mid-range hotel in Gondar (City) – Breakfast Included
- Day 4: Budget camping – Inside Simien Mountains NP – All Meals Included
- Day 5: End of tour – No accommodation – Breakfast & Lunch Included
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3-Day Visiting Gondar and Lalibela with Flights
Ethio Backpacker Tours
$550 pp (USD)
Overview
Fly to Gondar to visit the famous medieval castles and historic sites of the city. Then continue to Lalibela to explore the world-famous rock-hewn churches carved from solid stone. This short cultural tour offers a great introduction to the historic treasures of northern Ethiopia.
Route
- Ethiopia – Start
- Gondar (Day 1)
- Lalibela (Town) – Day 2
- End – Addis Ababa (Day 3)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses hotels.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won’t be shared with others.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Minimum age of 5 years
The minimum age for this tour is 5 years.
Activities & Transportation
- Getting around: normal 4×4 vehicle & air transfer
- Book your own international flights when using this operator
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1: HaZ Hotel – Mid-range hotel in Gondar (City) – Breakfast Included
- Day 2: Tabor Hotel Lalibela – Mid-range hotel in Lalibela (Town) – Breakfast Included
- Day 3: End of tour – No accommodation – Breakfast Included
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3-Day Harar and Dire Dewa Tour
Ethio Backpacker Tours
$935 pp (USD)
Overview
Visit the historic walled city of Harar, one of Ethiopia’s most fascinating cultural destinations and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the colorful streets, traditional markets, and historic mosques before continuing to Dire Dawa. This tour offers beautiful scenery and cultural experiences in eastern Ethiopia.
Route
- Start – Addis Ababa (Day 1)
- Harar (Town) – Day 2
- Dire Dawa (Town) – Day 3
- End – Addis Ababa (Day 3)
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget tour uses hotels.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 4 people per vehicle.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 20 people to run.
Minimum age of 2 years
The minimum age for this tour is 2 years.
Activities & Transportation
- Activities: game drives
- Game drives: normal 4×4 vehicle & minivan
- Getting around: normal 4×4 vehicle & air transfer
- Book your own international flights when using this operator
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1: Harmony Hotel – Mid-range hotel in Addis Ababa (City) – Breakfast Included
- Day 2: Harar Ras Hotel – Budget hotel in Harar (Town) – Breakfast Included
- Day 3: End of tour – No accommodation – Breakfast Included
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8-Day Historical Sightseeing Tour
Ethio Backpacker Tours
$2,200 pp (USD)
Overview
Explore Ethiopia’s rich history, culture, and UNESCO World Heritage sites on this comprehensive tour. Visit the beautiful lakes of Bahir Dar, the castles of Gondar, the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, the ancient obelisks of Axum, and the historic city of Mekele. This journey offers a perfect combination of cultural heritage, history, and breathtaking landscapes.
Route
- Start – Addis Ababa (Day 1)
- Bahir Dar (City) – Day 2
- Gondar (City) – Day 3
- Lalibela (Town) – Day 4–5
- Axum (City) – Day 6–7
- Mekele (City) – Day 8
- End – Addis Ababa (Day 8)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges and hotels.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges or camps and may be shared with others.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Minimum age of 10 years
The minimum age for this tour is 10 years.
Activities & Transportation
- Activities: game drives
- Game drives: normal 4×4 vehicle & minivan
- Getting around: boat, normal 4×4 vehicle & air transfer
- Book your own international flights when using this operator
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1: Harmony Hotel – Mid-range hotel in Addis Ababa – Breakfast Included
- Day 2: Jacaranda Hotel Bahir Dar – Mid-range hotel in Bahir Dar – Breakfast Included
- Day 3: HaZ Hotel – Mid-range hotel in Gondar – Breakfast Included
- Day 4–5: Tabor Hotel Lalibela – Mid-range hotel in Lalibela – Breakfast Included
- Day 6: Brana Hotel – Budget hotel in Axum – Breakfast Included
- Day 7: Wukro Lodge – Mid-range lodge in Tigray – Breakfast Included
- Day 8: End of tour – No accommodation
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8‑Day Cultural Trip to Southern Ethiopia Peoples
Ethio Backpacker Tours –
$1,870 pp (USD)
Overview
Visit the unique tribal cultures of the Omo Valley and southern Ethiopia.
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1-Day Trip to Church of Adadi Mariam and Tiya Stele
Ethio Backpacker Tours
$165 pp (USD)
Overview
Take a day trip from Addis Ababa to explore two of Ethiopia’s fascinating historical sites. Visit the rock-hewn Church of Adadi Mariam, believed to date back to the 12th century, and the mysterious Tiya archaeological site famous for its ancient stone stelae, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Route
- Start – Addis Ababa (Day 1)
- End – Addis Ababa (Day 1)
Tour Features
Day tour
This tour does not include accommodation.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won’t be shared with others.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Minimum age of 1 year
The minimum age for this tour is 1 year.
Activities & Transportation
- Getting around: normal 4×4 vehicle
- Book your own international flights when using this operator
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
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