Ethiopia travel safety

8 Surprising Facts About Ethiopia

8 Surprising Facts About Ethiopia

These unusual and sometimes funny things about life in Ethiopia really surprised us... did you know them or are they new for you as well?

Dallol, Ethiopia - The Danakil Depression Story | HandZaround

Dallol, Ethiopia - The Danakil Depression Story | HandZaround

'This time our legs didn't know what to expect. We would walk onto something that looked solid and hard, only to find out that our shoes would sink a little into the red and yellow mixture. (...) The Danakil Depression was the most unique experience we've ever had. It was difficult, hot and uncomfortable but isn't it the price you pay for beautiful things?'

12 Traditions To Know About Whilst Celebrating Ethiopian New Year 'Enkutatash' | HandZaround

12 Traditions To Know About Whilst Celebrating Ethiopian New Year 'Enkutatash' | HandZaround

Did you know that Ethiopians celebrate New Year in September?! We got to experience this wonderful holiday with an Ethiopian family. Here we collected all the things we learnt about New Year's celebrations - check them out.

How to visit the Tigray Churches on a budget? | Comprehensive Guide by HandZaround

How to visit the Tigray Churches on a budget? | Comprehensive Guide by HandZaround

All you need to know if you're planning on visiting the Tigray Churches of Ethiopia. How much will it cost, where to stay, how to get there and more - you will find it all in our comprehensive guide!

Erta Ale Volcano Trek - The Danakil Depression Story | HandZaround

Erta Ale Volcano Trek - The Danakil Depression Story | HandZaround

The first part of our Danakil Depression journey started with the trek up the Erta Ale volcano...it didn't belong to the easiest ones and Hanna had to come back down on the camel... read our story to learn whether it was all worth it!

10 Things to know before visiting the Danakil Depression | HandZaround

10 Things to know before visiting the Danakil Depression | HandZaround

What to bring, what to expect and who to visit with - all about going to the Danakil Depression in the Northern Afar Region of Ethiopia.

Should we be scared going to Ethiopia?

Should we be scared going to Ethiopia?

The government advice left us wondering how it will be in Ethiopia once we land - we were pretty stressed because we should have 'reconsidered our need to travel', if we were to follow Australian's government advice...