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Zagol Ethiopia Tours
- Office In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2013)
- Member Of:
- ETOA & ETGPA
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $110 to $600 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Yan Yan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great trip experience. The tour guide is very helpful.
Even there is an unexpected happening, the tour guide is very helpful to solve the problems. They care a lot of our trip and feelings. Our trip was not that smooth at the beginning because of the airport system problems, but we could still visited all the things we wanna see. Thanks to the guide rescheduled the plan of our trip.
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Email YIM | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Unforgettable Ethiopia Journey Made Possible by an Amazing Local Team
The entire trip to Ethiopia was truly unforgettable.
We asked Zagol to help us plan a nine-day itinerary. We only told him what places and activities we hoped to see, and he took care of everything else , accommodations, hotels, and transportation , allowing us to travel smoothly throughout Ethiopia.
I especially loved the visits to the southern tribes. Our driver, Reshid, was very responsible and kind. We were able to see many tribes and take part in different activities. Although our original itinerary was affected by unexpected flight issues and a virus situation, we were still able to witness the bull-jumping ceremony and visit the Mursi people. We also saw Banna children walking on stilts, which made us incredibly happy.
Our guide, Mulie, is also a wonderful person. His explanations of the rock-hewn churches in Lalibela were extremely detailed and insightful, which greatly enhanced our understanding of the history and culture.
One thing to be aware of is Ethiopian Airlines, which can be quite chaotic, with frequent delays and unexpected issues. During this trip, my luggage was lost twice during flight connections. However, Mulie has strong local connections and was very dedicated in helping us resolve the problems. In the end, we were able to recover our luggage successfully.
Overall, despite the challenges, the experience was deeply meaningful, and the local team truly made a huge difference
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All the churches are located within close proximity, typically just a block or less apart, which made moving between them easy. Our guide provided ample resting time between visits, which suited me perfectly as I tend to tire easily.
Since I spent two nights in Lalibela over the weekend, I had the opportunity to attend the early morning service on Sunday. This was an extraordinary experience; I witnessed priests dancing while drumming, and I also had the chance to observe a beautiful wedding ceremony. Seeing the church filled with people was simply amazing.
The monolithic churches themselves are remarkably intriguing. My guide offered insightful explanations, enhancing my understanding of the history .
It's advisable to prepare some small denomination notes to give to the priests overseeing the churches and to those who help watch your shoes while entering.
The monastery, separate from the main churches, was relatively small and somehow disappoingng compared to the grandeur of the other sites. However, the treasures revealed by the priest certainly made the visit worthwhile. Among the most captivating items was an ancient Bible, notable for its intricate illustrations.
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Email Alejandro | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great guide in Lalibela — attentive, helpful, and passionate about his culture.
Absolutley worth Money!
Great Experience, highly recommended!!’
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Email Davi | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The most wonderful, connected and experienced guide I could have ever hoped for in Lalibela.
Zagola Ethiopia Tours was an amazing experience, I could not have imagined a better guide and cultural amabassador to Lalibela.
With such in-depth knowledge of the stunning history and surroundings, it was to say simply, being guided by an expert of the region through a local's eyes.
I personally had the trip of a lifetime, one that I will remember forever, and in great parts thanks to the expert guidance, leading with the infamous Ethiopian hospitality, and cultural sharing and compassion by Zagol Ethiopia Tours.
I highly recommend these professionals and Lalibela locals who have the inside track on whatever it is you are looking for, and because of them I cannot wait to return again to learn more through their unique eyes and layers of knowledge.
Thank you for some of the truly best memories Zagol Ethiopia Tours! See you again soon!
Great knowledge. Highly recommended!
Muluye knows so much about the culture. It was a pleasure. Great guide! Awesome experience!
Email Paul L | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Personalized, expert local guide
Extraordinary experience with Zagol Ethiopia Tours: I had a very personalized experience and it continued to be customized as we traveled to make sure I got the experience I was interested in (and guiding me toward things I didn't know about or never would have known about). My guide was personal and clearly a local expert. We expanded my tour based on how much exercise/hiking I wanted, and I got to experience things I never would have on my own (not even close). I'm definitely considering a return visit to do more with this guide, and I'd recommend without hesitation. I'm not normally a guide person, but this experience changed my perception (I did a private tour)
Email Trek | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Kind, extremely knowledgeable, and reliable with strong contacts, and cultural understanding.
Beautifully orchestrated experience with a guide who knows what he’s talking about. I fully recommend spending as much time in Lalibela with Zagol Tours as possible. Culturally resonant and naturally beautiful. History resides here and it should not be missed.
The tour operator provided an exceptional experience, with knowledgeable and passionate guides who m
I had an amazing experience visiting the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela. Our guide was absolutely excellent – extremely knowledgeable about the history and traditions, and he shared everything with such passion that it truly brought the place to life. You can tell he genuinely loves what he does, and that made the tour even more special. I highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Lalibela!
Very informative 3 day tour of lalibela
Spent 3 days in lalibela. This tour included airport pick up/ drop off and tours of all the major sites in the area. Very informative about local traditions and customs and the culture of the area. Excellent for English speakers too.