What’s Out Addis travel info, tips and tricks
This iron road to adventure does not only carry cargo and passengers; it carries the hopes of the two nations of Ethiopia and Djibouti and their shared journey towards prosperity. On December 28, 2025, the Ethio-Djibouti Railway (EDR) achieved a milestone by successfully operating a total of 14 trains (7 pairs), comprising 11 freight trains—including […]
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Discover The World With Liben Tour & Travel In a world where travel has become both a passion and a way of life, Liben Tour & Travel is emerging as a dynamic force in the tourism industry — blending professionalism with a deep love for exploration and cultural discovery. Based in Addis Ababa, Liben Tour & Travel has
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Bonga, the capital of the Kaffa Zone, also serves as the administrative hub for the South West Ethiopia Peoples’ Regional State (SWEPRS). Its strategic administrative role complements its growing importance in tourism and sustainable development. The goal of ‘The Nature and Biodiversity Conservation Union (NABU)’ is to protect Kaffa’s Afromontane cloud forests and their unique
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Ethiopia is known to have a wide variety of ecosystems, ranging from evergreen cloud forests to warm, dry depressions and everything in between. Citing this diversity, Ethiopia is part of one of the world’s 35 biodiversity hotspots. Today, I am taking you some 460KM out of Addis to the Kaffa Biosphere Reserve in South Western
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A DIFFERENT KIND OF AFRICAN SAFARI When you think of an African safari, the image of lions hunting in the savannah or herds of elephants roaming on the plains likely comes to mind. But Ethiopia offers a uniquely different adventure, a highland safari into misty mountains, dramatic cliffs, and lush forests, where the Endemic Big 5 roam.
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Anbessa MICE, a trailblazing MICE operator and Destination Management Company (DMC), officially launched in June 2025 to position Ethiopia as a premier destination for meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE). This new venture builds on the 13-year legacy of its sister company, Anbessa Travel, Ethiopia’s first Travelife-certified travel agency. Anbessa MICE leverages global expertise and
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Arbaminch (meaning “forty springs” in English) earned its name from its groundwater forest, which is home to more than forty crystal-clear springs. Drinking the cold water straight from these springs is an unparalleled experience. Arbaminch has forty more blessings than just the forty springs it is known for. It is home to Lakes Abaya and
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Camels, dubbed the ships of the desert, are integral to the life of pastoralists living in lowland areas of Ethiopia, citing their crucial use for transport. Their natural ability to withstand the scorching hot temperatures and to survive without water for weeks in such areas makes them popular domestic animals. Also, camels are a favorite
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Ever since the legendary goat herder Kaldi discovered coffee in Ethiopia’s Kaffa region, the tradition of coffee has been woven into the lifestyle of Ethiopians. From the households of modern cities to the villages of remote tribes in the Omo Valley, coffee is not just a drink; it’s a lifestyle. Across Ethiopia, coffee is seldom
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Like all national parks in Ethiopia, Chebera Churchura National Park has wildlife rangers responsible for monitoring animals and their habitats. These rangers also guide visitors, ensuring safety for both people and wildlife. What distinguishes the rangers of Chebera is their title as “shepherds of the elephants.” Before 2005, the park was a hunting ground where
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