Papyrus boat at lake Tana
Extraordinary Ethiopia Tours
- Office In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2019)
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $100 to $400 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
Email Christina | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
very knowledgeable
I had a great time visiting the churches. There were many interesting facets to each church. I visited over 3 days and each day displayed a different section of the territory. I highly recommend. This was a great value.
Email Marilyn | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Maereg was a thoughtful and well informed guide and operator
Traveling alone to Ethiopia, I met Maereg on line who helped me plan my trip. He was thoughtful and took extra time to ensure that I saw what I came to visit. He was very knowledgeable and very patient answering my questions and helping me learn about the beauty, culture and history of Ethiopia. This was one of the best trips I have taken thanks to Maereg. Having travelled to more than 140 countries, I give Maereg, my highest recommendation
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Email Fati | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing tour in Lalibela
I had the most amazing experience visiting the churches of Lalibela. My guide, Jeremy was exceptional, super kind, knowledgeable, and passionate about history. It honestly felt like walking with an open book! Jeremy took great care to show me the most beautiful spots, always paying close attention to every detail to make sure I had the best experience possible.
I couldn’t have asked for a better guide or a more memorable day. If you’re visiting Ethiopia, I highly recommend this tour organised with the help of Maereg who is a really kind and available person. It’s an experience I’ll never forget!
AR
Email Marita | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
I enjoy a tour of 16 days arround Etiopia with Extraordinary Ethiopia Tours
The organization was excellent in a 4x4 arround mountains and everywhere with good hotels. Beautifuls labdscapes and breakfast...and visiting many places...
It was perfect
Email Ameer | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A great tour guide, better human being!
I had the fortunate experience of having an intimate tour with Maereg. This brother is not only a great tour guide but a great human being. He even went as far as retrieving a jacket I had left behind on our way to my lodge. He is super knowledgeable of the churches and city of Lalibela as a whole. I highly recommend this tour and his services.
Email Rita J | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Knowledgeable and professional tour guide and incredibly beautiful UNESCO site
Highly recommend this tour. Our guide, Maereg, and driver, Gashaw, were incredibly professional. The tour was very informative and Lalibela is incredibly beautiful. A must visit!
Email Karen St Clare | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Ethiopia trip was seamless, enriching, and unforgettable thanks to Maereg’s expert planning and care
My 10‑day journey through Ethiopia was nothing short of extraordinary, and I owe so much of that experience to my tour planner, Maerag. The itinerary he prepared was thoughtful, seamless, and incredibly rich I t was a perfect balance of history, culture, and unforgettable encounters.
From the moment I arrived in Addis Ababa, everything was organized with care.
Gondar was another highlight. Walking through the castles and learning about their connection to the Egyptian empress felt like stepping into a living story. My guide’s knowledge brought every stone and corridor to life.
Celebrating Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in Lalibela at Saint Mary’s Church was a once‑in‑a‑lifetime experience. The atmosphere, the devotion, and the beauty of the rock‑hewn churches were unforgettable, and I’m grateful for how smoothly everything was arranged.
The Omo Valley was where the trip became truly immersive. Meeting tribes who walk on stilts, seeing intricate body‑painting traditions, dancing with community members, and witnessing a bull‑jumping ceremony were moments I will carry with me forever. These experiences were only possible because of my guide’s deep connections and respect for the communities we visited.
On my 2 last days, I explored the city, visiting the cultural centre, and learning at the Addis Ababa University Ethnographic Museum gave me a strong foundation for understanding Ethiopia’s depth and diversity.
Throughout the entire trip, flying from city to city, navigating different regions, and engaging with so many cultures. I felt supported, informed, and inspired. My guide’s professionalism, warmth, and expertise elevated every moment.
I wholeheartedly recommend Maereg and some of his team to anyone considering a tour of Ethiopia. If you’re planning a trip, you’ll be in excellent hands, and you’ll experience Ethiopia in a way that is authentic, meaningful, and truly unforgettable.
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Email Eeva | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional, ambitious and energetic
Choosing a tour operator is a risky business. You pay thousands of dollars in advance and you will experience the service only afterwards.
I can guarantee on my behalf, that doing business with Extraordinary Ethiopia tours and Mareg is absolutely a safe business from the first step of communication until the very end of the journey.
After having followed an itinerary of 15 nights and 16 days in Ethiopia I am more than grateful to Maereg and his team, that I had a truly great, a sort of a once-in-a-lifetime tour. Everything worked perfectly. There wasn't any issue, that I felt sorry of.
To be honest: I fell in love with Ethiopia.
I had s solo safari to Bale mountains, Omo Valley tribes, Gondar and Lalibela. All the arrangements were better than expected: In Addis Abeba I was welcomed by the efficient "liaison officer" Habtu. In my safari journey driver BK was just brilliant, Toyota Landcruiser wonderful, accommodation exceeding all the expectations, meals great and Maereg kept on following all my moves daily.
I felt that I was in safe hands all the time.
Ethiopia is an amazing country. Ethiopians are incredibly kind and nice. I wish I could have stayed longer. But decided already to return.
I can warmly recommend Maereg and his mates to any type of traveller. His team is professional, energetic and ambitious and do not leave even the slightest detail unchecked. They do want to introduce and show their country to you, and they do it with love!❤️
