Solar eclipse image over Lalibela
Comment are off
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.
Gondar
The home of the Emperors and their castles, Gondar, located in the foothills of the Simien Mountains in northwestern Ethiopia, is the ‘Camelot’ of Africa.
Gondar became the capital of Ethiopia during the reign of Emperor Fasiladas (1632-1667), who built …
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...
Recent news
Read The BlogCoronavirus pandemic
Comment are off
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
Comment are off
This year marks 150 years since the siege of Maqdala in 1868. Maqdala was a nearly impregnable mountain fortress, a natural military...
Continue Reading
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Comment are off
Ethiopian UNESCO World Heritage sites.
- Simien National Park,
- Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela,
- Fasil Ghebb... Continue Reading
10 reasons to visit Ethiopia
Comment are off
- Historical attractions and UNESCO World... Continue Reading
What our customers say
Yumo tours provided an excellent insight into Ethiopia’s wonderful history, scenic beauty & friendly people. Dawood, your attention to detail, discussion re forthcoming visits, calmness when flights were delayed etc –made the five of us feel relaxed & ready for …
” I travelled with Yumo Tours to Ethiopia in 2013. The tour itinerary was very well conceived and we went to some unusual places that other tour operators often do not cover. Ethiopia has a marvellous combination of architectural and …
I did the Historical Tour with Yumo in 2012. I couldn’t fault it. Tour manager Dawood was extremely well organised, knowledgeable, and he went above and beyond the call of duty to make sure the group had a memorable time. …
If you want to visit Ethiopia – and you should visit because it is an extraordinary country with a long, rich history – you cannot do better than to go with Yumo Tours and Dawood Nazerali as your guide. 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…