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.
Axum
…“As far back as Abyssinian annals go, far away into a hazy legendary period when Christianity was planting itself on the ruins of a Sabaean paganism, Aksum was looked upon as the sacred city of the Ethiopians.”
J Theodore Bent
Harar
Harar is a famous, walled, Muslim City, forbidden “to the French and other infidels.”
Harar rose as a power centre in 1520 when a local amir, Abu Bekr Mahomed moved his capital here from Dakar. The amir was murdered by …
Lalibela
“The eighth wonder of the world”, Lalibela is the “New Jerusalem” built by King Lalibela “with the help of...
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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
I was also impressed with the beautiful Ethiopian countryside. To be honest I was expecting a quite barren landscape but the fertile and often cultivated land seen from the bus or the internal flights was an added bonus.…
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. …
The service from Yumo Tours was excellent with so much more than on the itinerary. We particularly liked the detailed hand-outs they prepared for us. Our national guide, Dawood, was an excellent guide and travelling companion. Nothing was too much …
I didn’t know what to expect of Ethiopia but I have to say it has seen my heart. Such beauty, history and amazing people made it a captivating experience. The knowledge of all the local guides was amazing and made …
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.)…