Toyota Coasters will be used for surface travel on most tours.
Ethiopia has nine World Heritage Sites as designated by the United Nations - more than any other African country.
1. Axum
2. Fasil Ghebbi, Gondar
3. Harar Jugol, the Fortified Historic Town
4. Konso Cultural Landscape
5. Lower Valley of the Awash
6. Lower Valley of the Omo
7. Rock-hewn churches of Lalibela
8. Tiya
9. Simien Mountains National Park
On the Tentative List:
1. Bale Mountains National Park
2. Dirre Sheik Hussein Religious, Cultural, and Historical Site
3. Holqa Sof Omar (Caves of Mystery)
Ethiopia is one of the world's most fascinating yet least understood destinations.
For those who like to tour off the beaten track and broaden their horizons, Ethiopia offers an unforgettable experience for even the most seasoned traveler. Boasting some of the most impressive historical sites in all of Africa, an abundance of unique and endemic wildlife, dramatic landscapes, and an ancient culture renowned for its hospitality, Ethiopia should be on all travelers' "must see" lists.
Come and discover the only African nation that was never colonized, a nation that officially embraced Christianity in the 4th century, yet is also home to one of the holiest cities in Islam. Not only is Ethiopia one of the oldest nations in the world, but archeologists have made discoveries here that date back to the origins of humankind. Ethiopia has medieval castles, churches hewn out of solid rock, temples to moon gods, and nine United Nations World Heritage sites.
In terms of the sheer variety of fascinating destinations, no other place in Africa compares to Ethiopia.
Tours
We have designed five unique tours exclusively for participants and guests of the Haile Gebrselassie Marathon. Each tour will take place twice--immediately before and after the marathon. You select the tour you wish to take, and whether you want to take the tour before or after the marathon. Space is limited, especially for the Bale Mountains and Omo Valley tours. During the tours preceeding the marathon, extra precautions will be taken regarding meals to help ensure that everyone arrives at the race fit and ready to run.
No matter which tour you choose, we will all be together in Hawassa from Friday until Monday morning for race weekend.
Awaze Tours
Awaze Tours is a privately owned company that seeks to promote tourism to Ethiopia and to provide its clients with a memorable and enjoyable experience. Awaze Tours clients' satisfaction and safety are its absolute priorities. Whether travel is by air or with its modern fleet of four-wheel drive vehicles, Awaze Tours' goal is to deliver a fascinating and uniquely African experience.
With friendly, safety-conscientious drivers and multilingual, experienced guides, Awaze Tours is committed to giving visitors to Ethiopia an appreciation and better understanding of its people and its many natural and historical wonders.