| The Ethiopia Guide |
| Basic Information Ethiopia is a stunning, rugged, mountainous country covering over a million sq kms in the horn of Africa. It is a land-locked country, bordered by Kenya, Eritrea, Somalia, Sudan and Djibouti. It is generally accepted by modern science that Ethiopia is the true cradle of humanity. Every human being on the planet has ancestors from Ethiopia! Climate Ethiopia has a dry season from October through May and a rainy season from June through September. Temperatures vary according to latitude and altitude, but compared to most African destinations Ethiopia is mild. Because most of the country is set on a high plateau, temperatures rarely venture above 25 degrees. However, it can get far hotter than this in the lowlands. Entry Requirements Tourist visas for citizens of most European countries, USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand are issued on arrival. Visitors from other countries may have to obtain a visa before leaving home - check with your tour operator. Health Until recently all visitors required a health certificate for yellow fever. This is no longer a requirement - unless you are entering from an infected area. Immunisation against Hepatitis A & B, Tetanus & Typhoid is recommended. Malaria precautions should be taken before visiting the lowlands. Consult your doctor several weeks before your journey. Money The currency here is the Ethiopian Birr. Visitors may only import or export 100 Birr. There is no limit on the import of foreign currency. The best currency to bring is the US Dollar. Credit cards are not much use at all here. Tourism The government and the people of Ethiopia are keen to welcome visitors to their fabulous country. It will be a few years before much of the new tourist infrastructure is in place - so don't expect luxury here just yet. But a true Africa vacation is not really about luxury - it is about adventure! And nowhere in Africa can offer a more fascinating travel experience than Ethiopia. We have chosen the Top Ten tour operators for visitors to Ethiopia. Getting Here Addis Ababa, has a major international airport. Airlines from all around the world fly here. The airport at is a 10-minute drive from downtown and the city's best hotel, restaurant and shopping districts. There is an excellent shuttle bus between the airport and the city centre. And taxis are plentiful. AIRPORT TAX There is a US$20 departure tax for international flights. Visit Air Highways for the most reliable flight advice and information on the Internet. www.airhighways.com/home.htm Getting Around Travelling within Ethiopia is best organised by expert tour operators. We have invited the best tour operators to join us. |
| ETHIOPIA IS BACK! Due to political and social unrest, Ethiopia has been off of the main tourist track for a while. But the great news is - Ethiopia is back! And the time to visit this fantastic African nation is now! Ethiopia is a joy! Ethiopia has the most breathtaking scenery in Africa. Ethiopia has an ancient and fascinating history. Ethiopia is home to a wide and diverse range of cultures. Ethiopia is the cradle of humanity - every human being on the planet has ancestors from Ethiopia! Ethiopia is where it all started. Ethiopia is where you came from! It's time you came back! |
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| The Top Ten Site Guide To Ethiopia |
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