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Is Ethiopia a Vegan-Friendly Destination?

Posted by Birhan on Fri March 21, 2025 in Sustainability.

When it comes to traveling as a vegetarian or vegan, many destinations pose a challenge - but Ethiopia stands out as an exception. With its rich culinary traditions, deeply rooted in culture and religion, Ethiopia is one of the most naturally vegan-friendly countries in the world. At SimienEcoTours, we understand the importance of sustainable and plant-based travel, ensuring that you can explore Ethiopia without compromising your values.

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Is Ethiopia Safe and Suitable for E-Bike Tours?

Posted by Marco on Wed December 11, 2024 in Get inspired.

Discover why Ethiopia is the perfect destination for E-Bike tours. Learn about safety, terrain, and what makes E-Biking in Ethiopia a unique and eco-friendly adventure with SimienEcoTours. Ethiopia is a land of awe-inspiring landscapes, vibrant cultures, and ancient history. As interest in eco-friendly travel grows, many adventurous souls are now turning to E-Bike tours as a unique and sustainable way to explore this extraordinary country. But one question often arises: Is Ethiopia safe and suitable for an E-Bike tour? The answer is a resounding yes - and here’s why.

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Ethiopia’s Recent Economic Reform - Progress and Challenges

Posted by Birhan on Wed November 20, 2024 in Tourism in Ethiopia.

In 2024, Ethiopia launched a bold set of economic reforms, part of its Homegrown Economic Reform (HGER) agenda, aimed at transforming the economy to be more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable. These reforms are backed by major international partners, including the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank, which have provided billions in financing to support the efforts. Here’s a closer look at the benefits and challenges these reforms bring to Ethiopia and its people.

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Ethiopia - A Whole Country to Discover (part 2, Gurage)

Posted by Marco on Fri November 24, 2023 in Community Tourism.

For those seeking a genuine experience, spectacular landscapes and the flares of authentic culture, look no further than Gurage. Over the last months we explored and designed tours specifically crafted to immerse visitors in the daily rhythms of Gurage communities, and this article tells you something about what expects you there.

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New Training Sessions for our Staff

Posted by Marco on Sun August 20, 2023 in Get inspired.

After successfully overcoming 2 crises like Covid-19 and the conflict in the Northern part of the country, we organized again the annual training for our internal staff and freelance tourism professionals. We found it important to bring together all these professionals after such long time - to reconnect, spend some valuable time together, improve our knowledge and fill the small gaps that this long time with few job opportunities inevitably created.

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