US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Choose Liyu if you want an unforgettable, safe, and fantastic guide to Ethiopia.
Liyu Ethiopia Tours made our visit to Ethiopia unforgettable! Yhun, the manager, was in constant communication with us before and during our trip, keeping us up-to-date with local conditions. We booked a trip to Wenchi Crater and 2 days in Gondar through Liyu.
The trip to Wenchi was incredible. Early in the morning, our guide Oli, and the driver, picked us up from our hotel in Addis Ababa, and drove us the 3.5ish hours to Wenchi. We spent the morning hiking through the crater lake, taking in the natural beauty—this is something Yhun made sure to include in our itinerary after we expressed our desire to focus more on Ethiopia's natural wonders. Oli was a fantastic guide: he was very knowledgeable, kind, and quite funny. We enjoyed a traditional coffee ceremony, boat ride, and lunch before returning to Addis Ababa.
We had a similarly fantastic experience in Gondar. Yhun arranged our transport from our hotel to the airport, and arranged for transport in Gondar (flight costs were on our own). Yhun is very well connected with guides across Ethiopia. In Gondar, he introduced us to Alex and Grum. Alex led us on an excellent hike through Kosoye viewpoint, and Grum was a wonderful guide to Gondar. Yhun also arranged for all our airport transfers, which was certainly a welcome benefit.
In short, Yhun made sure that all our needs and wishes were tended to and that we felt at home (and safe!) while visiting Ethiopia. The prices were fair and reasonable, and we would not hesitate to choose Liyu Ethiopia Tours for our future visits.
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Really made our safari experience exceptional was Abner Safaris
The company that really made our safari experience exceptional was Abner Safaris. Robert and his team made every moment special with the highest level of customer service and personal attention. Their smiles and genuine approach made the trip that much more enjoyable. Especially Robert, he is a skilled professional who made us enjoy countless unique moments.
LT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very fair and to the point
I took 5 day budget safari and overall was very satisfied in the end. A lot of safari experience relies on the tourguide/driver and we were lucky to get very experienced and professional one (Tom). We saw big 5 (except for leopard) and ugly 5 (except from stork). plus a lot of other wildlife. Accomodation was not priority for me, so I took budget option, which included quite run-down hotels/camp with limited food options but very fair for the price paid. If you want at least 4-star hotel experience, take more expensive options.
GH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Service delivery that exceeds clients' expectations.
Our girls trip to Zanzibar was very exciting and successful thanks to the excellent work done by the company. They clearly understood our needs and put together a package that responded to those needs. The choice of hotel, tour guides, transport and other services were top notch and gave us value for money. Our focal person from the company was very warm and nice. She made time to meet us on arrival and joined us for some of the activities. She provided daily updates and checked in at the end of each day, just to be sure we were ok. Overall, it was an enjoyable experience which came at a very affordable cost.
FR
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent safari
I enjoyed this safari very much !
The trip was well organised, the parc is beautiful, we saw lots of animals, the guide and driver were perfect, the lodge and food are very nice.
Special thanks to Franck who goes out of his way for our confort and experience.
Would recommend
IT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unforgettable Safari experience with Goldfinch Adventures
Our safari with Goldfinch Adventures exceeded all expectations! The organization was impeccable, and the level of professionalism from the entire team was truly impressive.
We were fortunate to explore stunning landscapes and observe incredible wildlife up close. A special thank you to our wonderful guides, Joshua and Samuel – professional, kind, and incredibly knowledgeable. They made every moment special.
Also, hats off to Kelvin for his flawless coordination and quick, helpful communication throughout the booking and planning process.
Goldfinch Adventures is a top-tier safari operator. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for an authentic, well-organized, and unforgettable safari experience!
Thank you!!!
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful unforgettable experience
We had an amazing experience with our tour guide, Bloblo, who went above and beyond to make our adventure unforgettable! Not only did we see a wide variety of animals, but Bloblo also handled all my personal requests flawlessly. Communication was clear and professional throughout, and the company proved to be incredibly reliable. Highly recommended!
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Organised everything and looked after us well
Norman was a great owner/operator of the safari and organised everything as well as looked after us for both our outward and inbound drive from and to Joburg. He booked our stay the Kruger Gate Hotel and organised our Safaris with SANParks and one of his freelance tour guides. Although at times it was a bit confusing who our guide would be for the day as plans did change along the way, we always felt safe and well looked after and Norman himself was warm and friendly.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
They skipped the last game drive day 😢😢😢
I really enjoyed the lodgings that we stayed in for the tour, really beautiful and relaxing. However, we were meant to get 3 game drives. On the last day we just drove out of the park without the final game drive which was really disappointing
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience - great guide.
Climbing Mount Meru was incredible from start to finish. The entire team worked so hard to make the trek safe, comfortable, and enjoyable. The porters deserve huge praise — they carried heavy loads with such skill and always greeted us with smiles and encouragement, which kept morale high on the tougher stretches of the trail.
That said, special recognition has to go to our main guide, Hussein. He was absolutely outstanding. Hussein combined deep knowledge of the mountain with genuine care for every member of the group. He set a perfect pace, checked on us constantly, and made sure we understood what to expect each day. His calm reassurance during the steep summit push gave us the confidence to keep going, and thanks to him, we all made it to the top safely.
Hussein also shared so much about the park’s wildlife, geology, and history, which turned the climb into more than just a physical challenge — it was a learning experience too. His professionalism and warmth really set this trek apart.
If you’re considering climbing Mount Meru, I couldn’t recommend this team enough. The porters are incredible, and with Hussein leading the way, you’ll be in the very best hands. Five stars without hesitation!