Reviews

Average User Rating
5.0/5

Rating Breakdown
  • 5 star 61
  • 4 star 2
  • 3 star 0
  • 2 star 0
  • 1 star 0

Sort By: Date Most Helpful Rating 1-10 of 63 Reviews
Laura   –  
Germany DE
Visited: December 2025 Reviewed: Jan 5, 2026

Email Laura  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Extraordinary!!!
5/5

I traveled with my husband for 13 days in Ethiopia with Essence Ethiopia Tours, and it was truly an amazing and unforgettable experience. Mr. Tsehaynew was extremely attentive and took great care of every detail throughout the trip, even sending us our boarding passes. He is one of the youngest and most brilliant tour operators I have ever encountered. We will definitely return and use their services again.

Joshua   –  
Australia AU
Visited: January 2026 Reviewed: Jan 4, 2026

Email Joshua  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Good time in the capital of Addis Ababa!!!
5/5

We had a wonderful time in Addis Ababa, enjoying a city tour that covered the key museums, viewpoints, Mercato, and historic churches. What truly made the experience exceptional was our guide, Sale—he is extremely knowledgeable and speaks fluent English.
Micky was also an excellent driver: calm, relaxed, and easygoing, always giving us ample time to enjoy each site without feeling rushed. Overall, the team was very well organized, and we can confidently say they are 100% recommended.

Carlos   –  
Spain ES
Visited: December 2025 Reviewed: Jan 3, 2026

Email Carlos  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

An Exceptional Tour Operator in Ethiopia!
5/5

We spent a lovely week of travel in Ethiopia with Essence Ethiopia Tours and it's a once in a life time experience. All of the teams are very professional and we are highly recommended them.

Luis   –  
Spain ES
Visited: December 2025 Reviewed: Jan 1, 2026

Email Luis  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Serious and professional!!!
5/5

An excellent choice for guiding us through Bahir Dar, the Blue Nile waterfall, and exploring the monasteries of Lake Tana. I found them to be a serious, specialized, and professional team, and, most importantly, they inspire confidence. Good people.

(automatic translation from Spanish)

Zanele Jele   –  
South Africa ZA
Visited: December 2025 Reviewed: Dec 31, 2025

Email Zanele Jele  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: over 5 safaris

Professional and knowledgeable guide! šŸ™Œ
5/5

Excellent and professional tour operating company.

Thank you for the 5 star service and wonderful staff.

Janos   –  
Hungary HU
Visited: December 2025 Reviewed: Dec 22, 2025

Email Janos  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

A wonderful day in Bahir Dar
5/5

Tsehaynew was always ready to help with every request, he organised a perfect one-day excursion on Lake Tana, including the help of knowledgeable local guides. The tour itself was a blast for culture lovers, having the chance to have a look into the eco-system of the lake as well. The sumptuous dinner at the end of the day at a fish restaurant was a huge added bonus!

Ted   –  
Japan JP
Visited: December 2025 Reviewed: Dec 22, 2025

Email Ted  |  65+ years of age

seamledss & smooth
5/5

My Plan was going to Bahir Dar - Gondar - Lalibela, from/to Addis Ababa. One day the news of road blockade between Bahir Dar and Gondar came to me by EET and they gave me an alternative plan and reservation change very quickly. Then I could traveled nicely all the part just except Gondar. I enjoyed very much.

kazunari   –  
Japan JP
Visited: December 2025 Reviewed: Dec 18, 2025

Email kazunari  |  65+ years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

A friendly intercultural experience
5/5

t was a special three days, as I was able to visit the homes of ethnic minorities with their unique culture and also witness the Hamar people's bull-jumping ceremony. I'm grateful to our guide, Reshid, for all his consideration. The tour started and ended in Arba Minch instead of Jinka, which made for a long drive, and I was quite tired, but it was great to see the cows and goats crowding the road and the daily life along the road.

Kaustuv Chatterjee   –  
Finland FI
Visited: December 2025 Reviewed: Dec 16, 2025

Email Kaustuv Chatterjee  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Well Planned , Smart
5/5

We had an excellent experience with Essence Ethiopia tours during our Addis Ababa sightseeing tour and our trip to the Danakil Depression and Dalol. Everything was well organized, and the local knowledge shared during the tours made the experience even more meaningful.

When our flights were unexpectedly cancelled, he went out of his way to help us reschedule them smoothly, which removed a lot of stress from our journey. Throughout the entire trip, we felt very safe, well taken care of, and genuinely supported.

They were always helpful, responsive, and attentive to our needs, even in challenging and remote areas like Danakil. We highly recommend this operator to anyone planning to explore Ethiopia, especially Addis Ababa, Danakil Depression, and Dalol.

Mahulima Mukherjee   –  
Finland FI
Visited: December 2025 Reviewed: Dec 16, 2025

Email Mahulima Mukherjee  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: over 5 safaris

The Danakil Depression tour was an unforgettable experience for us. The team was professional, well
5/5

The Danakil Depression tour was an unforgettable experience for us.

Average User Rating
5.0/5
Rating Breakdown
  • 5 star 61
  • 4 star 2
  • 3 star 0
  • 2 star 0
  • 1 star 0
Write a Review

Disclaimer

  • All corporate and/or tour info is provided by Essence Ethiopia Tours, not SafariBookings
  • The tours offered by Essence Ethiopia Tours are subject to their terms & conditions