24

September

2023

Bale Mountains National Park and Gedeo Cultural Landscape: A UNESCO World Heritage Journey with Yama Ethiopia Tours

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Ethiopia, a land of breathtaking landscapes, diverse cultures, and ancient history, has always been a destination that ignites the wanderlust in adventurous travelers. And now, there's another reason to pack your bags and head to this remarkable country. Bale Mountains National Park and Gedeo Cultural Landscape have earned the prestigious UNESCO World Heritage status, making them must-visit destinations for anyone seeking an authentic Ethiopian experience. Yama Ethiopia Tours is excited to extend a warm welcome to explorers from around the globe to discover the natural wonders and rich cultural heritage that these sites have to offer.

Bale Mountains National Park: A Wilderness Paradise: Located in the southeastern part of Ethiopia, Bale Mountains National Park is a wilderness paradise waiting to be explored. Spanning over 2,200 square kilometers, this park is a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. What sets it apart is its diverse ecosystem, ranging from lush forests and alpine meadows to Afro-alpine moorlands and rugged peaks. The Bale Mountains are also home to the Ethiopian wolf, one of the world's rarest canids, and numerous other endemic species, making it a biodiversity hotspot. One of the park's highlights is the Sanetti Plateau, where you can stand at the rooftop of Africa and witness breathtaking vistas. It's also a fantastic place for birdwatching, with over 280 bird species recorded here. Bale Mountains National Park offers a chance to connect with nature in its purest form, and Yama Ethiopia Tours can guide you through its wonders.

Gedeo Cultural Landscape: A Tapestry of Tradition: As you venture southward from Bale Mountains National Park, you'll enter the enchanting Gedeo Cultural Landscape. This cultural heritage site is known for its terraced agricultural fields, which have been cultivated for centuries. The Gedeo people have mastered the art of harmonizing with their natural surroundings, creating a breathtaking mosaic of green fields and hills.

Yama Ethiopia Tours: Your Trusted Travel Companion: Now that you know what awaits you in Bale Mountains National Park and Gedeo Cultural Landscape, it's time to plan your adventure with Yama Ethiopia Tours. We are passionate about introducing travelers to the hidden gems of Ethiopia and ensuring you have a memorable, enriching experience. Our experienced guides are not only experts in the region's history, culture, and natural wonders, but they are also committed to sustainable tourism. We believe in responsible travel that preserves the environment and uplifts local communities. When you choose Yama Ethiopia Tours, you're not just a tourist; you become a part of the story of Ethiopia.

14

July

2021

Yama Ethiopia Tours PLC Achieves Travelife Partner Level

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Amsterdam, July 13th, 2021. The Travelife Partner level award was received today by Yama Ethiopia Tours PLC. The award recognizes the long-term efforts of Inside Yama Ethiopia Tours PLC regarding sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility.

Yama Ethiopia Tours PLC complies with more than 100 criteria, related to an operator’s office management, product range, international business partners and customer information. The Travelife Partner level standard is covering the ISO 26000 Corporate Social Responsibility themes, including environment, biodiversity, human rights and labour relation.

Mr. Naut Kusters, manager of Travelife for Tour Operators, “I am delighted to see that sustainability in the tour operator sector is obtaining momentum. The Partner award of Yama Ethiopia Tours PLC will inspire other companies in Ethiopia to follow the same path’.

Travelife is the leading international sustainability certification for the travel sector. More than 35 national travel associations are promoting the scheme to their members including, KATO, the Kenyan Association of Tour operators, TATO, the Tanzanian Association of Tour Operators, ABTA, The British Travel Association, PATA, the Pacific Asian Travel Association and FTT in South Africa.

05

Feb

2021

Ethiopia Receives WTTC’s Safe Travels Stamp

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Ethiopia is the latest destination to be awarded the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Safe Travels Stamp – the world’s first-ever global safety and hygiene stamp – following major steps implemented by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism last year to ensure safety for residents, travellers, and workers and businesses in the tourism value chain, as Ethiopia reopened its borders to international visitors.

Ethiopia is among 200 other major popular holiday hot spots around the world such as Kenya, Turkey, Portugal, Argentina, Tunisia, and Indonesia, who together are using the stamp to reassure travellers and restore confidence to travel.

13

Mar

2021

Ethiopia introduces COVID-19 vaccine in a national launching ceremony

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The Ministry of Health of Ethiopia launched COVID-19 vaccine introduction in a high-level national event held at Eka Kotebe COVID-19 Hospital where frontline health workers were vaccinated to mark the beginning of the vaccination campaign. Present at the event were the Guest of Honor Excellency Dr Getahun Mekuria, Minister of Education, Excellency Dr Dereje Duguma, State Minister of Health, Dr Boureima Hama Sambo, Representative of the World Health Organization (WHO) in Ethiopia, Athlete Commander Derartu Tulu, Kesis Tagay Tadele, Secretary General of Inter-Religious Council of Ethiopia, representatives from the UN, CDC, non-governmental organizations and health workers.

Education Minister Excellency Dr Getahun Mekuria appreciated the contribution of the global community, WHO and others for their role in providing vaccines to Ethiopia through COVAX initiative. He further expressed his appreciation to the Ethiopian health professionals for their service in fighting the pandemic over the last one year, and reiterated the notable investment that government, health institutes and universities have made towards making the country self-sufficient in COVID testing and treatment. The Minister further underscored, “With the introduction of vaccines, we are now at a landmark stage in the response to COVID-19, but vaccines will be of sideline use if face masks, keeping distance and hand hygiene are not maintained,” expressing his concern that the continued reluctance in implementing those precautions would be a threat to the country's health system, and economic and social fabrics.

07

JAN

2016

ETHIOPIA TO RESTART TOURISM

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Ethiopia is making the necessary preconditions to reactivate the tourism sector which is hard hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. Though the country did not close its airports, tourist destinations have been closed as part of the ongoing effort to curb the spread of the virus.