Ethio Top Land Tours Team
Ethio Top Land Tours
- Office In:
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2017)
- Member Of:
- ETOA, ETGPA & ATOA
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $120 to $410 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
Travel with Heart, Integrity, and Excellence
We chose Ethiopia for its astonishing diversity — ancient history, living anthropology, and spectacular natural beauty. Knowing how vast and complex the country is, we decided — for the first time ever — to entrust our trip to a local tour agency. After comparing several proposals, Ethio Top Land Tours clearly stood out. After 21 incredible days of travel, including seven domestic flights, we can say without hesitation: it was one of the best travel decisions we have ever made.
Outstanding Flexibility & Seamless Organization
Travel reality often differs from what you see in guidebooks — and that’s part of the adventure. What truly impressed us was the agency’s remarkable flexibility. We were able to adjust our itinerary along the way — sometimes from one day to the next — based on our interests or simply how we felt. Each time, accommodations were smoothly rebooked and flights adjusted without stress, complications, or extra charges. Even when domestic flight schedules changed, everything was handled immediately and professionally. We felt completely supported at all times.
An Exceptional Guide & The Best Driver We Could Imagine
Our guide, Desala, was extraordinary. His encyclopedic knowledge of Ethiopia’s history, cultures, religions, and regional differences was simply breathtaking. Yet beyond his expertise, what touched us most was his warmth and humanity. He interacted with curious locals with such natural ease — a greeting here, a short chat there, sometimes even a hug — creating moments that felt authentic and deeply human.
And then there was Abel — our phenomenal driver. Traveling Ethiopia means navigating unpredictable roads and challenging conditions. Abel was the definition of professionalism: calm, focused, always 100% attentive. We felt safe every single second. And whenever we spontaneously called out, “Stop — I want this photo!” he responded with patience and a smile. His dedication went above and beyond — even spending an entire night waiting in line for fuel to ensure our journey continued without disruption.
Absolute Trust & Reliability
We paid the full amount upon arrival in Addis Ababa — an act of complete trust that was fully honored. Every agreement was respected. All adjustments remained within the original budget. Even nationwide fuel shortages had zero impact on our itinerary. That level of reliability is priceless.
Genuine, Heartfelt Hospitality
From the warm airport welcome and thoughtful surprises to the beautiful welcome dinner and touching farewell evening, we felt truly cared for — not as clients, but as guests and friends.
This is more than a tour agency. It is a team with heart, integrity, and exceptional professionalism. They don’t just organize trips — they create life-changing experiences.
We left Ethiopia with memories deeply engraved in our hearts — and we are already dreaming of returning.
Friendly, and helpful
Able to see the city in a few hours, with a variety of cites and sounds
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Email Daniel | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very professional and responsible team.
I want to say a big thank you to Ethio Top Land Tours for our tour to the Danakil Depression.
We had an accident during the tour, and from my experience traveling to 100 countries, operators can react very differently in such situations. Ethio Top Land Tours behaved professionally and did everything they could to help and solve the problem.
I especially want to mention Getachew, who was always in touch and also helped us book the tour at the last minute (literally the evening before the tour), because due to the situation in the Middle East we weren’t sure if we would even make it to Ethiopia.
Also, the guide Robel — unfortunately he left after the first day, but he made a great impression on day one. His English is excellent, and if you get him as your guide, you’ll be very lucky 🙂
And of course the driver Mikki — he drove for about 9 hours at night to help us handle the situation and took us to the hospital. From my experience traveling in a convoy, he seemed like the most competent driver, and he was also the only one who spoke English.
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Email Elina | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very responsive
Good communication, very good service, knowledgeable guide
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Email Victor CG | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The best choice to visit Ethiopia
We (me and my girlfriend) can only say that we had the best experience. Our expectations were surpassed. Our guide tours were taking care of us every minute, and so gentle all the time, they took care of every detail to make sure our experience was the best, and made us feel as a family. If you are coming to Ethiopia this is the best choice, you wont regret it.
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Email Brenda | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An Unforgettable 15-Day Journey with a Professional and Caring Team
This 15-day journey across Ethiopia was an unforgettable experience.
Our driver and guide were not only professional but also incredibly thoughtful and caring. Road conditions were often difficult and challenging, but our driver was extremely skilled, steady, and reliable, making us feel safe at all times.
From Lalibela to the Danakil Depression and the Omo Valley, they always took great care of us and paid attention to every detail.
We truly appreciate their dedication and highly recommend this travel agency to anyone visiting Ethiopia.
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Email Keith | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The tour overall are excellent.
The tour itself is excellent. It worth the money.Tour guides and drivers are experience,and helpful. I have nothing to complain.
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Email Sylvia | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very well organized and attended to our needs and problems
I enjoyed the tour very much much and all the drivers were excellent and caring, our tour guide was very helpful and excellent
Great
My guide Desale was great. The tour was nice and smooth. I didn't feel rushed and was able customize to my preference of sites I wanted to see. Desale answered all of my questions with easy.
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Email Leona Li | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent and responsible.
Trip was great and very enjoyable, and food was good too. We are very happy with the tour guide Eshetu in this journey too, thank you for his attentive service and professional attitude. 👍👍👍
