Imagine Ethiopia Tours - Day Tours
Imagine Ethiopia Tours - Day Tours
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Beverly S
9 contributions
Jan 2021
Imagine Ethiopia Tours helped to customise a private day tour during my transit in Addis. The itinerary suggestions perfectly suited my interests (culture, UNESCO, local cuisine, one museum, churches). This was arranged the day before my tour in less than 24 hours! Comms via Whatsapp was prompt and detailed. I was fetched directly from the airport. My day was made so interesting by a most knowledgeable & passionate guide, Habt , and a highly skilled driver, Biruk, who manoevered the busy city roads with ease. Habt shared alot of history, culture and general info about life in Ethiopia. The vehicle was comfortable, the conversations were informative & fun, lunch was good, it was a perfectly planned but flexible itinerary. At the end of a tiring day before my flight back, they even found me a relaxing massage place. And they treated me to a local coffee place where we shared some good coffee to end our day together, a great team all around who sees to your comfort and every whim. It was very sad to leave and I left very enriched by their hospitality & warmth, seeing a mix of city and outskirts and lovely pictures. I will be back to see more of Ethiopia's other cities and sites!
Written February 1, 2021
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BruceLaRue
Toronto, Canada14 contributions
Feb 2020
My wife and I had 8 days between tours of Uganda and Rwanda and decided to visit Ethiopia. We contacted Imagine Tours and Bewnetu was quick to respond with a suggested itinerary and pricing. Everything went perfectly from flights to pick ups to guides etc. We were also treated to a very nice farewell dinner and show in Addis. Highly recommended.
Written April 12, 2020
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Travellingwolz
United Kingdom26 contributions
Feb 2024 • Solo
I've just returned from an amazing 2 week trip to Ethiopia booked via Exoticca and fulfilled by Imagine Tours Ethiopia.
As a woman travelling solo my priority was consideration for my safety as well as getting the opportunity to experience the amazing culture and history of this remarkable country. Both of these objectives were fully met during the trip which made it a once in a lifetime experience for me.
My trip took me from Addis to the rich history of the north, then to the unforgettable experiences of the tribes in the south-west before returning to Addis for a couple of days. The intinerary was really well planned out.
Alebel who I met me at the airport made me feel welcone, was incredibly patient, knowledgeable and well informed about the country and offered good advice.
I was very lucky to have Chris, as the main tour guide for the 2 weeks. He has both an incredible knowledge of the history and culture of the country but is also the most considerate professional tour guide that I have encountered in my travels. He very much put everyone elses needs before his own and made sure that any concerns or worries were addressed immediately. He was also flexible in terms of listening to what I wanted to particularly see/experience and making sure that it fitted in with any other arrangements that were going on.
Just to add that all the drivers during the trip were incredible in terms of keeping safe on some very rough terrain but also spotting and pointing out wildlife on the road to us e.g. baboons, antelopes.
I would highly recommend Imagine Tours on the basis of how supportive, professional and knowledgeable Chris and the other members of staff that I encountered are.
As a woman travelling solo my priority was consideration for my safety as well as getting the opportunity to experience the amazing culture and history of this remarkable country. Both of these objectives were fully met during the trip which made it a once in a lifetime experience for me.
My trip took me from Addis to the rich history of the north, then to the unforgettable experiences of the tribes in the south-west before returning to Addis for a couple of days. The intinerary was really well planned out.
Alebel who I met me at the airport made me feel welcone, was incredibly patient, knowledgeable and well informed about the country and offered good advice.
I was very lucky to have Chris, as the main tour guide for the 2 weeks. He has both an incredible knowledge of the history and culture of the country but is also the most considerate professional tour guide that I have encountered in my travels. He very much put everyone elses needs before his own and made sure that any concerns or worries were addressed immediately. He was also flexible in terms of listening to what I wanted to particularly see/experience and making sure that it fitted in with any other arrangements that were going on.
Just to add that all the drivers during the trip were incredible in terms of keeping safe on some very rough terrain but also spotting and pointing out wildlife on the road to us e.g. baboons, antelopes.
I would highly recommend Imagine Tours on the basis of how supportive, professional and knowledgeable Chris and the other members of staff that I encountered are.
Written February 19, 2024
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Bill H
Norfolk, VA19 contributions
May 2024 • Friends
Imagine Ethiopia did a great job setting up an itinerary for my group of first time visitors to Addis Ababa. We were able to see much more in our short time with a guide, than what we would have been able to on our own. We loved- airport pick up and drop off, only as much down time as we wanted, a van and driver to take us where we were going, and insights from our guide Chris as we toured museums, churches, and parks. We loved the coffee, especially when we got to see it roasted before our eyes as part of a traditional Ethiopian serving. Our guide took us through the huge market and helped negotiate good prices on souvenirs. We loved the evening of traditional Ethiopian food and dancing from the different regions of the country. Our all inclusive customized itinerary with Imagine Ethiopia included our hotel and food. This made it easy for us to budget our trip. Would love to go back, and if I do, it will be with Imagine Ethiopia tours.
Written May 28, 2024
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number240
Buckingham, UK115 contributions
Jun 2023
This was one of the most memorable trips we have ever done (and we've done plenty!) It exceeded any words & pictures found in guide books and other reviews. What made it a special place to visit was the way the tour was presented. Shambel is a wonderful organiser that cares for his country and the well being of his tour party. Avi was an amazing guide who simply fitted into the group making us feel one happy family .Addressing our every need and concern for our well being. On a two week tour that included the churches in the north and tribes in the south there has to be plenty of flexibility and any changes to the itinerary were managed without any serious impact.
The sites we visited were truly amazing. The churches take your breath away especially when you wonder how they were constructed. The tribes allow you to see 'real' Africa culture and appreciate how authentic their lives are.
We have nothing but praise and thankful hearts to Imagine Ethiopia who provided us with a rich experience.
The sites we visited were truly amazing. The churches take your breath away especially when you wonder how they were constructed. The tribes allow you to see 'real' Africa culture and appreciate how authentic their lives are.
We have nothing but praise and thankful hearts to Imagine Ethiopia who provided us with a rich experience.
Written July 24, 2023
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Sarajane A
United Kingdom16 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Review of Imagine Ethiopia Tours - Day Tours
Pending review
My husband and I took an Exotica trip to Ethiopia,the Northern Route last week.This included Bahir Dar Gondar Axum Lalibela and Addis Ababa. Our guide Alex from Imagine met us at the airport and from the moment we met him provided an excellent thoughtful trip for us all. Nothing was too much trouble.He even took us to his home in Lalibela to share a coffee ceremony with his family which was very special. The trip covers some exceptional ancient sites and churches. The trip was well organised and Alebel brought in specialist guide where required. We would highly recommend this trip. Do bring good trainers and expect some unmade roads and a bit of scrambling in Lalibela to see the wonderful ancient churches!
Pending review
My husband and I took an Exotica trip to Ethiopia,the Northern Route last week.This included Bahir Dar Gondar Axum Lalibela and Addis Ababa. Our guide Alex from Imagine met us at the airport and from the moment we met him provided an excellent thoughtful trip for us all. Nothing was too much trouble.He even took us to his home in Lalibela to share a coffee ceremony with his family which was very special. The trip covers some exceptional ancient sites and churches. The trip was well organised and Alebel brought in specialist guide where required. We would highly recommend this trip. Do bring good trainers and expect some unmade roads and a bit of scrambling in Lalibela to see the wonderful ancient churches!
Written February 2, 2020
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Svein H
27 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
We used Imagine Ethiopia for a customized 14-day trip to both the north and south of Ethiopia. The trip was well organized, and everything went smoothly. We felt safe and were in good hands throughout the entire journey.
For the northern circuit, we had a fantastic experience with Chris as our guide. We visited amazing places like Bahir Dar and Lake Tana, Gondar and Fasil Ghebbi, the breathtaking Simien Mountains, and finally, the unique rock-hewn churches of Lalibela.
Our southern roundtrip was equally wonderful, with Moges as our guide. The experiences in the south were completely different but just as fascinating. Visiting the human remains sites at the lesser-known Melka Kunture, Tiya, and Gedeo was incredibly satisfying. The final part of our trip, where we visited the indigenous tribes in the far southwest, was almost beyond our imagination.
Our main guides, including the local guides, were all great and very knowledgeable. A special thanks to Chris though, for his gentle way of showing us the Ethiopian way.
Our “foreign habits” was softly put aside so we could learn the local everyday life with its traditions and customs.
We highly recommend traveling with Imagine Ethiopia.
For the northern circuit, we had a fantastic experience with Chris as our guide. We visited amazing places like Bahir Dar and Lake Tana, Gondar and Fasil Ghebbi, the breathtaking Simien Mountains, and finally, the unique rock-hewn churches of Lalibela.
Our southern roundtrip was equally wonderful, with Moges as our guide. The experiences in the south were completely different but just as fascinating. Visiting the human remains sites at the lesser-known Melka Kunture, Tiya, and Gedeo was incredibly satisfying. The final part of our trip, where we visited the indigenous tribes in the far southwest, was almost beyond our imagination.
Our main guides, including the local guides, were all great and very knowledgeable. A special thanks to Chris though, for his gentle way of showing us the Ethiopian way.
Our “foreign habits” was softly put aside so we could learn the local everyday life with its traditions and customs.
We highly recommend traveling with Imagine Ethiopia.
Written September 2, 2024
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Noel A
Bern, Switzerland30 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
We took 11 days tour with Imagine Ethiopia and everything was perfect. Since the beginning the email exchanges with Mr. Bewnetu were clear, quickly and well explained. Once in Ethiopia we have visited different places, taking different flights and sleeping in different hotels. The organisation was perfect and the hotels where we have stayed were really nice.
All the guides and drivers we’ve got were really friendly, helpful and nice persons. We were in Ethiopia in March when the coronavirus started to get worse in Europe and countries were going to close borders. We had to change a bit our plans to go back home before expected. The company helped us to reschedule our planning and our flight. We manage to get back home fine and safe.
A part from that, we have really loved the tour, the guides and drivers, the Ethiopian people and Ethiopia itself. We will go back for sure in the future and we will make another tour with Imagine.
Thanks Imagine for everything and hoping everything’s is going better there.
Delphine&Noel.
All the guides and drivers we’ve got were really friendly, helpful and nice persons. We were in Ethiopia in March when the coronavirus started to get worse in Europe and countries were going to close borders. We had to change a bit our plans to go back home before expected. The company helped us to reschedule our planning and our flight. We manage to get back home fine and safe.
A part from that, we have really loved the tour, the guides and drivers, the Ethiopian people and Ethiopia itself. We will go back for sure in the future and we will make another tour with Imagine.
Thanks Imagine for everything and hoping everything’s is going better there.
Delphine&Noel.
Written June 13, 2020
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Mathias W
3 contributions
Apr 2024 • Friends
Fantastic tour with Imagine Ethiopia.
Travelled with a friend , mainly in the Northern region around Simian mountains, Lalibela, Gondar, Bahir dar and Harar.
We felt extremity well taken care off with our enthousiastic tour guide Chris Enyew.
All flights, Hotels, cars and drivers were flawlessly organized with flexible changes during the trip.
A reliable and honest guide with customer satisfaction in mind.
Highly recommend them and will hopefully be back!
Travelled with a friend , mainly in the Northern region around Simian mountains, Lalibela, Gondar, Bahir dar and Harar.
We felt extremity well taken care off with our enthousiastic tour guide Chris Enyew.
All flights, Hotels, cars and drivers were flawlessly organized with flexible changes during the trip.
A reliable and honest guide with customer satisfaction in mind.
Highly recommend them and will hopefully be back!
Written May 3, 2024
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Chrisa A
Thessaloniki, Greece2 contributions
Jan 2024 • Friends
In January we had an 18 day trip to Ethiopia. Our trip was organised flawlessly by Imagine Ethiopia Tours. We were met at the airport by our guide Chris Schabel, who proved to be well informed,informative and eager to answer any questions we posed. Furthermore, he was nice and helpful. We highly recommend Imagine Ethiopia Tours
Written February 13, 2024
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My emails come back and never received an answer, even through messenger.
Do you organise a trip from Gondar airport, sightseeing in Godar and transfer to Bihar Dar incl blue nil and lake tana? How many days should we need? Please give me a correct email or anser me here,
Written April 22, 2019
Hello, may I check if you have an email address I could write to? I’m thinking of booking a tour and can’t seem to find a contact address as your website appears to be down. Many thanks!
Written June 11, 2018
I apologize for not answering your question. I just saw your message, but it looks like others answered. I hope you had or will have a great trip.
Written July 10, 2018
We are interested in finding a private or small-group cultural tour of Ethiopia from Sept 21-31, 2018. Do you offer anything like this?
Written May 4, 2018
Thank you for the message.
I am happy to confirm that we have received your request via our website. We have sent you an email today.
We look forward to arranging you a tour of Ethiopia.
Kind regards,
Bewnetu Shambel
Written May 5, 2018
Hello,
We are planning a trip to Ethiopia around dec 22 to january 12, approximately, We would like to know if you could organize the stay, tours, guides, etc. and suggest the itineraries
Thanks
Carlos Berengueras
berengueras@icsa.cat
Written November 26, 2016
Is it possible to give us an itinerary including flights for Ethiopia. We would like to incorporate wildlife as well as visit historical sites and see some local tribes.
Do you have any suggestions?
Please let us know,
Aimee Love
Written August 30, 2016
What time of year is it best to travel to Ethiopia?
Written August 28, 2016
Hello,
Best not to travel in summer time July to September as in Ethiopia it s the rainy season there. Roads can be impracticable. Best period is between October and May
Cheers!
Written July 7, 2017
Abdisa M
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
I want join your site, as a gallery owner so how can make it possible
Written November 6, 2015
Welke dag is de markt in Kentung?
Groetjes van Mayke
Written February 27, 2015
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