DESTINATION OVERVIEW

Ethiopia

Considered as the cradle of humanity, with archaeological findings dating back more than 3 million years, Ethiopia is home to many archaeological discoveries and impressive cultural wealth with its 80 ethnic groups. The country’s landscape varies from deep depressions, the vast expanse of Lake Tana and the arid plains of Omo Valley to the sprawling city of Addis Ababa and the craggy peaks and valleys of the Simien Mountains. It is also the birthplace of the wild coffee plant, ‘Arabica’ and the origin of the Blue Nile, but Kamaroutes is here to give you more reasons to visit Ethiopia

WHY CHOOSE ETHIOPIA?

More reasons to choose Ethiopia for your next trip with Kamaroutes

  • Ethiopia is the only country not have been fully colonized and that makes it home to one of the richest histories in the world.

  • More than 70 per cent of the mountains on the African continent can be found in Ethiopia, making it a hiker’s paradise too.

  • Discover the Omo Valley was isolated from the rest of the world for more than 1000 years and is home to an exciting mix of distinctive tribes, including the Karo, the Mursi and the Hamer.

  • Africa is renowned for its wildlife, and Ethiopia is home to many of its more unique, lesser-known animal species, like the Gelada baboon, the mountain nyala, the Ethiopian wolf and the Walia ibex. In addition, there are over 850 bird species, with many of them endemic to the country.

  • The small town of Lalibela is home to one of the world’s most sacred sites with 11 rock-hewn monolithic churches, each carved from a single block of granite back in the late 12th or early 13th century.

  • Ethiopia’s most ancient city, Axum, the capital of the historic Axumite site, is a wealth of remarkable monolithic obelisks, the three most important being decorated to represent multi-storied buildings, complete with doors and windows.

  • Gastronomy: The cuisine is exceptional with meals served in a communal platter designed for sharing food. We suggest you try world-renowned Ethiopian dishes like Injera (sourdough flatbread) , Tibs (sautéed meat chunks) or Shiro be Kibbe (legume stew) to name a few…

Lalibela, Ethiopia

Traditional Injera Flatbread, Ethiopian Food

Night shot of Addis Ababa

Inside an Ethiopian Church

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Fasil Ghebbi & Omo National Park

  • The spectacular Fasil Ghebbi is a unique architectural masterpiece that mixes both European and Nubian styles. The design of the castle is heavily influenced by Arab and Hindu architecture, while the medieval towers and stone facade were brought over by Jesuit missionaries. This fortress was built in the 17th century and was used as the main residence for Ethiopian emperors. As you tour the complex, you’ll get to walk through the main Fasilides’ castle and the Iyasu I’s palace. In addition, you’ll see Dawit III’s Hall, horse stables, an on-site library, and three neighbouring churches.

  • Considered to be Ethiopia’s most remote park, the Omo National Park is a pristine slice of untouched natural beauty. You’ll have the chance to explore sprawling grasslands, lush forests, and bubbling hot springs. The park is also home to several indigenous tribes, including the Mursi, Surma, Mogudge, and Dizi people.
    However, most people visit Omo National Park for wildlife viewing. Not only you will find buffaloes, elephants, zebras, or kudus, but you will also encounter dangerous predators like cheetahs, lions, or leopards.

Fasil Ghebbi - UNESCO World Heritage Site in Gondar - Ethiopia

Fasil Ghebbi, Ethiopia

Panorama view of Omo Valley, Ethiopia

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