Solar eclipse image over Lalibela
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It has been suggested that today’s eclipse over Ethiopia may herald the beginning of a new dawn and a new golden age.…
Continue ReadingCelebrating 40 Years of Yumo Tours
The original Ethiopian tour operator, since 1978.
Lalibela
“The eighth wonder of the world”, Lalibela is the “New Jerusalem” built by King Lalibela “with the help of...
Bahir Dar
Bahir Dar, Ethiopia is a small town set on the south – eastern shore of Lake Tana, where local fishermen still use papyrus boats, and just 30 km away, you can experience the enduring might of Tissisat Falls, sometimes called …
Ankober
The wild rose, the fern, the lantana, and the honeysuckle, smiled round a succession of highly cultivated terraces, and on every...
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Read The BlogCoronavirus pandemic
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Whilst we are very fortunate to live in such a beautiful part of the world, we are affected by the coronavirus pandemic like everyone... Continue Reading
Maqdala 150th Anniversary 2018
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This year marks 150 years since the siege of Maqdala in 1868. Maqdala was a nearly impregnable mountain fortress, a natural military...
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites
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Ethiopian UNESCO World Heritage sites.
- Simien National Park,
- Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela,
- Fasil Ghebb... Continue Reading
10 reasons to visit Ethiopia
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- Historical attractions and UNESCO World... Continue Reading
What our customers say
This confirms Dawood is an exceptional guide and the YUMO tour of Ethiopia was the best holiday I have ever had.
John Hall Spencer O.B.E. (London, England.)…
I travelled to Ethiopia in February 2013. Without a doubt it was one of the most interesting and stunningly beautiful tours I have ever been on.
Yumo Tours’ organisation was impeccable throughout. Internal flights ran like clockwork, despite the very …
Dawood was an excellent guide with a great knowledge of all the places we visited and also the country and history in general, leading to many interesting conversations about the history of the country, as well as the current situation. …
I would recommend Ethiopia as a travel destination for all from the inexperienced traveller who wants to see something different to the seasoned traveller. All will marvel at the ancient history and the diversity and friendliness of the people. I …
I had an excellent comprehensive trip to Northern Ethiopia earlier this year, and was very impressed by the efficiency and organisation of Yumo Tours and the very knowledgeable tour manager Dawood. I highly recommend them.
Jean Cassidy 2014…