Demiss Mamo
Demiss Mamo
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Mandee L
Durham, NC6 contributions
Mar 2023 • Business
Demiss drove my group and I around for the two weeks that we were in Addis Ababa on a work trip. Words truly cannot even begin to describe the appreciation that I have for him! Demiss always kept us safe, I always felt safe with him driving, and he was an incredible historian and tour guide. We went to multiple churches and museums, and he was able to tell us so many facts and was so knowledgeable about the history of Ethiopia. We were able to share many moments of laughter with him and learn more about his life (which is incredible and full of adventure, and I highly recommend you ask more about him if you meet him!) He felt like an added member of our group, and the trip would not have been the same without him. I feel blessed to have met him and would highly recommend him for all traveling to Ethiopia!
Written April 14, 2023
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Julian G
11 contributions
Mar 2023 • Business
Demiss was my research group’s driver during our time in Addis but he was much much more than that.
He greeted us every morning with the biggest smile and made sure we were all comfortable when heading out to the hospital. Because he has a background in tourism, during each of our excursions, he gave us an incredibly detailed and fascinating chronicle of the history of where we were and what we were experiencing.
Moreover, his kindness each and every day made our time in Addis unforgettable. Not only were we welcome into the country with open arms, we left with a lifelong friend.
He greeted us every morning with the biggest smile and made sure we were all comfortable when heading out to the hospital. Because he has a background in tourism, during each of our excursions, he gave us an incredibly detailed and fascinating chronicle of the history of where we were and what we were experiencing.
Moreover, his kindness each and every day made our time in Addis unforgettable. Not only were we welcome into the country with open arms, we left with a lifelong friend.
Written March 29, 2023
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Mmerlot
Salisbury, UK385 contributions
Feb 2020
We had the honour of meeting Demiss and spend 6 days with him and I can only confirm what all the previous reviewers wrote. He is very professional, punctual, a great source of historical and local knowledge., yet he is also very friendly, flexible, able to understand and meet people's needs. We started off as clients and ended as friends.
We highly recommend Demiss if you need a guide driver in Ethiopia, you will be lucky to share your time with him.
Ameseginalehu Demiss, we hope to meet you again
We highly recommend Demiss if you need a guide driver in Ethiopia, you will be lucky to share your time with him.
Ameseginalehu Demiss, we hope to meet you again
Written February 23, 2020
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Tom_Switzerland
Kilchberg, Switzerland232 contributions
May 2019 • Friends
As a group of friends, we hired Demiss as a driver in 2017 to visit Hawassa and the Bale Mountains (4 days) from Addis Ababa. Demiss had been recommended as a driver by our lodge we stayed at Bale Mountains.
We were very satisfied: Demiss is very experienced, knows the best routes and sights, has a profound knowledge about the country, and he drives prudent and careful. He speaks English fluently, and it is always very pleasant to have a conversation with him about the route, the sightseeing, the country, its people, traditions, culture etc.
In May 2019, we travelled again with Demiss for a 2-day trip from Addis to see a National Park in the south. We were again very satisfied and can recommend travelling with Demiss as a driver.
Last but not least, he was always on time or even earlier.
We were very satisfied: Demiss is very experienced, knows the best routes and sights, has a profound knowledge about the country, and he drives prudent and careful. He speaks English fluently, and it is always very pleasant to have a conversation with him about the route, the sightseeing, the country, its people, traditions, culture etc.
In May 2019, we travelled again with Demiss for a 2-day trip from Addis to see a National Park in the south. We were again very satisfied and can recommend travelling with Demiss as a driver.
Last but not least, he was always on time or even earlier.
Written May 9, 2019
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JAJ
1 contribution
Mar 2019 • Couples
Demiss saved my wife and I after a different driver no-showed at the airport. Having only 18 hours in Addis, we found Demiss online and called him that morning. Within an hour Demiss was at our hotel to pick us up and began to show us the city. Not only was he a great driver, but a fantastic guide. As a former deacon, he showed us several different churches and was able to provide detailed background on every piece of art. Throughout the day he made us feel comfortable in a seemingly hectic city and provided us with knowledge and many laughs over lunch. We couldn't have been happier with our experience and highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for a driver/guide in Addis.
Written March 26, 2019
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David T
4 contributions
Mar 2019 • Family
Demis is a knowledgeable guide, safe driver and he quickly became a good friend. He is funny, makes people feel comfortable and will calm those around him regardless of the situation. He has driven my wife and children and I would trust Demis with anything. He will make an Ethiopia visit better.
Written March 22, 2019
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Michael424
East Anglia, UK13 contributions
Mar 2019 • Couples
My wife and I spent two weeks with Demiss driving us around Ethiopia’s northern circuit, from Bahir Dar to Lalibela, via Gondar, the Simien Mountains, Axum and the Gheralta region. We were expecting a driver, but Demiss is much more than that. Firstly, he is a very good and careful driver, transporting us safely over some very long distances and under some quite challenging road conditions. But he also proved to be a great guide, giving us a wealth of information about Ethiopian history, culture, traditions and practices, in particular with regard to the Ethiopian Orthodox Church, about which he is extremely knowledgeable, which really enhanced the many visits to churches that we made. He was also unfailingly courteous and accommodating, and went out of his way to ensure that our particular interests and preferences were met. And he was very helpful in facilitating our interactions with local people, which weren’t entirely without hitches!
But aside from all that, Demiss is also an extremely nice person - good-natured, kind, considerate and good-humoured. A great guy to have spent a couple of weeks with. We recommend him without hesitation!
But aside from all that, Demiss is also an extremely nice person - good-natured, kind, considerate and good-humoured. A great guy to have spent a couple of weeks with. We recommend him without hesitation!
Written March 1, 2019
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Lee Wyndham
2 contributions
Jan 2019 • Friends
We spent four days with Demiss, driving from Addis to Bale Mountain Lodge and then Langano. He was an excellent guide, very friendly, took time to explain what we were seeing, and also to give us insights into Ethiopian culture, politics, etc. He made my mother very happy by taking time to birdwatch with her and helping to identify close to a hundred species. He was also a very safe and experienced driver. Would highly recommend Demiss in future.
Written January 29, 2019
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Steve A
Letchworth Garden City, UK9 contributions
Aug 2018 • Business
We booked Demiss for a week. He provided a 4x4 vehicle, and drove us around the Awass/Dilla areas. Great guy, very helpful and friendly. Knows the area, and would use him again without a doubt!
Written August 25, 2018
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Emmy286
London, UK8 contributions
Nov 2017 • Couples
We agree wholeheartedly with everything the other reviewers have said. We spent 5 unforgettable days with Demiss, driving from Addis down to the Bale Mountain Lodge and then onto Yirgalem. Quite apart from being an excellent driver, an outstandingly knowledgeable guide, a gifted story-teller, and having a great sense of humour, he was just such a genuine, warm and wonderful person. We learned an enormous amount from him about Ethiopian history, people, culture, religion, flora/fauna - you name it. We enjoyed every moment of our journey with him, and missed him thereafter like a dear friend.
Written January 28, 2018
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Written April 12, 2019
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