Simien Mountains: Geladas, Trekking and Ras Dejen
Updated October 2026. Park fees, scout and guide rates change; they are not listed here. Confirm them at the park office in Debark. The…
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Practical guides to Ethiopia, with cultural context and details for planning your trip.
Harar: The Walled City and Its Hyenas
Updated October 2026. Prices change often and are not listed here; agree fees with guides and hyena feeders before you start. Harar is unlike…
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Gondar: Castles, Churches and Timkat
Updated October 2026. Prices change often and are not listed here; check current entry fees locally. Gondar was Ethiopia’s royal capital for more than…
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Ethiopian Calendar Converter
Ethiopia keeps its own calendar. The year has 13 months, the new year starts in September, and the country counts seven to eight years…
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Ethiopian Fasting Food: A Guide for Vegans and Visitors
Updated October 2026. If you are vegan, Ethiopia may be the easiest country in the world to eat in. Members of the Ethiopian Orthodox…
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Timkat: Ethiopian Epiphany on 19 January
Updated October 2026. Timkat (ጥምቀት), Ethiopian Epiphany, is the most colourful festival of the Ethiopian year. On 19 January (Tir 11 in the Ethiopian…
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Genna: Ethiopian Christmas on 7 January
Updated October 2026. Genna (ገና) is Ethiopian Christmas, celebrated on 7 January, which is Tahsas 29 in the Ethiopian calendar. In 2027 it falls…
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Amharic Phrases for Travellers
Updated October 2026. Amharic is Ethiopia’s working language and the one you will hear most in Addis Ababa. Nobody expects a visitor to speak…
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Addis Ababa Arrival Checklist: Your First Day in Ethiopia
Use this checklist to make your first day in Addis Ababa calmer. Save it on your phone before you land, because the airport Wi-Fi…
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Buying a SIM Card in Ethiopia: Airport and City Options
A local SIM card makes maps, ride apps, hotel calls and everyday travel much easier. This guide explains the two networks, where to buy…
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