Why travel with us
Travel with neighbours, not strangers
Choosing who to travel with changes every aspect of your trip. We're not the biggest company in Ethiopia — and that's the point. Here's what travel with us looks like, and why it matters.
What travel with us looks like
Guides who call these places home
Our guides grew up in the Ethiopian highlands and know the trails, the weather, the shepherds and the hidden viewpoints by name — and share them with genuine pride.
Truly small, personal groups
We keep groups intimate so the pace, the conversation and the itinerary can flex around you. No herd travel, no ticking boxes.
Routes tailored to your pace and interests
Fitness, photography, wildlife, history or a long, slow traverse — we shape the route and rhythm to how you love to travel.
Responsible, community-led travel
Your visit supports local guides, porters and businesses, and follows park rules that protect Ethiopia's fragile landscapes and UNESCO sites.
Fully supported on and off the trail
Permits, park fees, camp, meals, crew and transfers arranged for you — so you carry nothing more than a day-pack and a sense of wonder.
Safety planned, not improvised
Altitude and weather are respected. We ascend gradually, carry first-aid and communication, and adapt the plan to conditions and to you.
What our track record says
- 40
- Guided tours to choose from
- 100%
- Local, home-grown guides
- 4000m+
- Routes reaching the roof of Africa
- 18
- Destinations across Ethiopia & East Africa
The people who make it happen
Behind every trip is our team of Ethiopian-born guides, drivers and camp crew — led by our founder. We're proud of who we are and where we're from.
Responsible by principle, not by marketing
Every decision — from group size to camp placement to who we employ — is made with the landscape and the people in mind.
Park rules, carried out
We follow every park regulation, carry out all waste, and keep to established trails to protect Ethiopia's fragile landscapes and UNESCO sites.
Community partners
We employ local guides, porters and cooks directly, and work with community projects along every route we run.
Fair pricing
Clear, honest quotes with everything spelled out — no hidden fees, no surprises, and no undercutting the people who make the trip happen.
Low-impact travel
Small groups, leave-no-trace camping and wildlife viewed from a respectful distance, every time.
One team for the whole journey
From custom itineraries and airport transfers to lodge bookings and travel preparation — we handle every layer so you carry nothing more than a day-pack.
Guided Trekking & Hiking
Multi-day guided treks across the great ranges of Ethiopia and East Africa — from the Simien escarpment to the Bale highlands and the foothills of Kilimanjaro.
- Licensed English-speaking guides
- Mule and porter support on highland routes
- Tents, sleeping kit and cooking crew provided
- Pacing matched to your fitness and experience
Cultural & Heritage Tours
Walk the ancient kingdoms of the north — rock-hewn churches, stele fields, royal castles — and the living cultures of the Omo Valley and Harar.
- Lalibela and the rock churches of Tigray
- Axum stele field and archaeological sites
- Omo Valley community encounters
- Local hosts, translators and cultural guides
Wildlife & Birding Safaris
Look for endemic wildlife — gelada, Walia ibex, Ethiopian wolf — and East Africa's savanna giants, with expert spotters and field guides.
- Gelada, Walia ibex and Ethiopian wolf hideouts
- Great Rift Valley lakes and bird-watching
- Masai Mara, Serengeti and Lake Nakuru safaris
- Quality spotting scopes and binoculars on tour
Photography Expeditions
Small-group itineraries timed for the best light and wildlife movement, built for photographers who want more than a holiday snapshot.
- Golden-hour planning on every route
- Highland landscapes and endemic wildlife
- Minimal-group departures for serious shooting
- Local knowledge of seasonal conditions
Custom Itineraries & Private Planning
Tell us what you dream of doing — we design a private itinerary around your dates, interests, budget and pace, anywhere we operate.
- Personal trip designer assigned from enquiry
- Private departures for families and couples
- Flexible start dates and durations
- Clear, itemised pricing before you commit
Airport Transfers & Ground Logistics
Reliable vehicles, drivers and 4x4s across our operating regions, with transfers arranged to match every flight.
- Airport pickup and drop-off (Addis Ababa and regionals)
- Well-maintained 4x4s with experienced drivers
- Driving crews for multi-day national routes
- Coordination across domestic legs and permits
What guests remember
A few words from travellers who walked, wandered and wondered with us.
“The three days we spent crossing the Simien escarpment were the highlight of our entire trip to Ethiopia. Every viewpoint felt like the best yet — and the gelada baboons were unforgettable.”
“Our guide grew up in these mountains and it showed — patient, knowledgeable and full of stories. Camping above the cloud layer was pure magic.”
“Seamless from start to finish. The mix of highland trekking and the rock churches of Lalibela in one trip was exactly what we hoped for.”
Highland stories, new routes and travel ideas
Occasional emails about new tours, seasons and the journeys we're planning — never spam.
Travel with neighbours, not strangers
Whether it's the Simien highlands, the northern circuit, the Danakil or a safari across East Africa — tell us your dates and dreams, and we'll build the right journey around you.