Exploring Ethiopia with Dinknesh Ethiopia Tour
Situated in the northeastern Horn of Africa, equidistant to the equator and the Tropic of Capricorn, Ethiopia is the oldest nation in Africa. Its bedrock belongs to the earth’s first continent, a continent known by geologists as Gondwanaland, of which Africa forms the largest intact remnant.
To the outside world, it has long been known by the name Abyssinia, which refers to one of the tribes that inhabited the Ethiopian region in the pre-Christian era. Ethiopia’s culture and traditions date back over 3,000 years, and far earlier than that lived “Lucy” (or “Dinknesh” as she’s known in Ethiopia), the oldest hominid whose remains were found in Ethiopia’s Great Rift Valley. Dinknesh, after which our company is named, literally means, “You are wonderful”. Ethiopia also presents one of the most stunning natural environments in Africa. Because of the size of the country, and the great variety of its landscapes and climate, Ethiopia represents all that Africa has to offer. Its pleasant climatic conditions and landscape made Ethiopia the home of over 850 species of bird life and 350 species of animals. Comparable to none, picturesque Ethiopia holds all combinations of peerless geological formations, varying from 381 feet below sea level at the radiant sulfuric inferno Dallol Depression in the Afar region, to the alpine moorland peaks that rise to 13,977 feet above sea level at Ras Dashen in the rugged Semein Mountains. The world’s most phenomenal Great Rift Valley cuts Ethiopia into two, forming a series of thrilling lakes opulent in all life forms.
Home to many important historical sites, these antiquities are often compared to those of Egypt. From Axum (said to be home to the Ark of the Covenant) to Lalibela (the site of over 200 rock- hewn churches) to Gondar to Bahir Dar, the preservation of these historical and cultural sites is unique and amazing.
Ethiopia is a true mosaic of peoples; there are over 83 ethnic groups, each speaking its own language, several of which have not yet been classified by linguists. Although the original physical differences between the major ethnic groups have been blurred by centuries, if not millennia of intermarriage, there remain many who are distinct and unique.
Departures available year round.
For a lifetime experience of this “Gifted Land”, contact Dinknesh Ethiopia Tour, a world-class tour company that provides you with efficient travel service and great value. Please visit: www.DinkneshEthiopiaTour.com or reach our North American office at +1.303.993.7906.
All prices inclusive of:- Accommodation on the basis of twin bed room sharing
- Meals, including breakfast only in Addis Ababa and full-board elsewhere
- All entrance fees
- All ground transportation
- Boat hire, where applicable
- Mule hire, where applicable
- All airport hotel transfer services
- Porterage fees
- Scout fees, where applicable
- Professional English-speaking guide escorting throughout the trip
- Government taxes
- Lunch and dinner in Addis Ababa
- Alcoholic Drinks
- Items of personal nature, ie: laundry
- Photographic fees
- Tips
- International airfare and visa fees
