Explore Ethiopia

Sources of the Blue Nile

Lake Tana, Ethiopia's largest lake and source of the Blue Nile, is home to 37 islands whose monasteries became the cradle of Christian Abyssinia.

Erta Ale

Erta Ale

A shield volcano in the Danakil depression, Erta Ale is one of the rare sites in the world to feature an active lava lake sustained over time.

Danakil

Danakil

In northeastern Éthiopie, the Danakil concentrates active volcanoes, salt lakes and acidic hydrothermal springs in one of the most extreme environments on the planet.

Lac Chamo

Lake Chamo

At the heart of Nech Sar park, near Arba Minch, Lake Chamo brings together Nile crocodiles, hippopotamuses and abundant birdlife in the Great Rift Valley of Éthiopie.

Parc National Abijatta-Shalla

Abijatta National Park

Located 200 km south of Addis Ababa, Abijatta-Shalla Park combines two Rift lakes, hot springs and renowned birdlife, notably pink flamingos.

Dessie

Dessie

A cultural crossroads in northern Ethiopia, Dessie blends Wollo markets, imperial heritage and mountain landscapes, 400 km north of Addis Ababa.

Alaba Village

Along Ethiopia's southern route, Alaba unveils its painted Halaba huts, its bustling Thursday market, and the pink flamingos of Abijatta-Shalla National Park.