At St. George church Lalibela, Ethiopia
Dan Lalibela Tours
- Office In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2017)
- Member Of:
- Tripadvisor, Viator, Bokun, GetYourGudie, Civitatis & Private Guide World
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $60 to $400 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Rebecca | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
AMAZING TOUR & AMAZING GUIDE!
After seeing some pictures of the Cave Churches of Lalibela I decided I wanted to go to Ethiopia. I didn't know much about the country but after doing some research I found Daniel with Dan Lalibela Tours. I had a rough idea of what I wanted to see & left the rest up to him. Daniel planned an AMAZING 9 Day trip of Northern Ethiopia which included: the many Cave Churches in and around Lalibela (including a Sunday service at St. George); the Danakil Depression with its dramatic & colorful geological formations; Axum including the stelae of Axum & Mary of Tsion church where the Ark of the Covenant is said to reside; Simien Mt. National Park with its beautiful scenery, Waterfalls & Animals (especially the Gelada Baboons); Gondar (Gondar Castle) & finished our trip with a day to explore the Blue Nile Waterfall & take a boat trip on Lake Tana. I don't have time to list everything we did & saw but every day was Amazing, Different & Full of Lasting Memories. It was the perfect blend of Adventure, History, Natural Beauty, Wildlife & Culture. I was especially impressed with how Daniel handled any traveling challenges that came up as well as how he was attentive to focusing the tour on our interests being flexible and willing to make adjustments as we went along. After taking a private tour with Daniel I will have a hard time ever doing a standard "group tour" again plus I felt we got great value for our money. DAN LALIBELA TOURS ARE DEFINITELY THE WAY TO SEE ETHIOPIA!
Date of experience: September 2019
Lalibela at its best
Thanks to Daniel, I had the most incredible travel experience in Lalibela. His knowledge, punctuality, and attentiveness made my journey fun and hassle-free. As a solo female traveler, I was initially intimidated with the thought of navigating Lalibela on my own. Daniel put me at ease from the start. He is an exceptional communicator. From the moment you book, and throughout. As well, his extensive knowledge and network of connections grants you unique access into the local culture. A TRULY authentic experience. Unforgettable.
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Email Jonathan | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Everything I look for in a guide
Daniel's vast knowledge of Lalibela together with his patience and kindness are a winning combination. We tested his patience with both our curiosity and our wish to see a lot in a relatively short period of time. Throughout, Daniel remains calm and generous with his time and tips to see more of this wonderful country. Highly recommended
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Email Sohaib | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
One day trip to Lalibela with a competent guide
I went to Lalibela with 2 friends of mine for a one-day trip in mid-October. I contacted Daniel 2 weeks before our arrival. We discussed in length all details of the trip. He helped us make the perfect plan to make the best of our short stay. I appreciated his prompt responses and well articulated and detailed answers. It was very helpful since we had worries about the overall situation in Lalibela after the war. But we weren’t disappointed at all. He was punctual, he picked us up in the airport and dropped us at the end on time. He arranged our stay in the hotel and our meals. And most importantly he had deep knowledge of the history of his town. He speaks perfect English and we appreciated his energetic and captivating way of storytelling. He added more depth to our visit with his extensive knowledge of the region and all the hidden gems. We also went on a hike to Asheton monastery, which was a challenging trek where you get to enjoy the best landscapes of the beautiful Lalibela nature. We discussed a variety of topics (politics, religion, history…). Daniel answered all of our inquiries. I highly recommend Daniel for all his skills and professionalism. He made our trip worthwhile. I rate him as excellent.
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Email Ayano | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Lalibela!
We had a great visit in Lalibela with Daniel, visiting stunning ancient churches, enjoying a delicious home-cooked meal and coffee ceremony prepared by his wife, and trying homemade alcohol and injera. We also hiked up to Asheton for breathtaking views, explored the bustling Saturday market, and attended Sunday morning mass. Lalibela left a lasting impression, and we recommend Daniel!
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Email Mahaly R. | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A very good tour of Lalibela
Daniel organized and guided me through my 4 Night & 5 Days tour for Lalibela churches including the accommodation. He is very knowledgeable about the history, the churches (both the architecture and the religion and all the symbolism that goes with it) and the traditions. Daniel never forgot to mention to me all the important aspects and events of the tradition. I had the privilege to share a lunch with Daniel's wonderful family.
Daniel arranged also my 2 Night and 3 days tour of the Denakil Depression including the transportation transfer. He was not my guide during the tour but was so caring that he calls me daily to enquire about the trip.
I strongly recommend Daniel as both an organizer and a guide for any tour in Lalibela and beyond in Ethiopia.
Email Max | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent and very knowledgable guide - 3 day Lalibela tour for the Christmas celebrations
Daniel was excellent. We attended Christmas at Lalibela and Daniel ensured that our experience far exceeded our expectations. Daniel expertly navigated the site which was full of pilgrims for the celebrations ensuring we arrived seamlessly on time for all the best spectacles.
Daniel is very skilful at supporting photographers to help them realise images and find suitable subjects and situations. He's also very knowledgable about the site and its history.