Photography in Ethiopia
Presentation
Photography in Ethiopia offers a captivating spectacle, mixing tradition and modernity.
From spectacular mountain landscapes to bustling markets bursting with vibrant colors to the desert and its volcanoes, each shot tells a story rich in cultural diversity.
The faces of the locals reflect the authenticity and warmth of this millennia-old nation, while traditional ceremonies and colorful festivals offer unique opportunities to capture the vibrant soul of Ethiopia.
While ethnic groups promise to delight you whether through striking portraits, scenes of daily life or festive events.
Photography in Ethiopia is an invitation to explore, learn and capture the beauty of this fascinating country.
Aisha Tours Ethiopia organizes your best tours to offer you the most beautiful photos or videos and your most beautiful memories. Do not hesitate to contact us to organize your trip dedicated to photography together. Our experienced guides will allow you to live unique experiences.
Why choose Ethiopia to pursue your passion for photography?
Are you a photographer or producer and want to make a documentary in Ethiopia? Send us your project, we will provide you with the solution.
You are an amateur photographer or professional photographer, organizer of workshops with groups or agree to accompany ours, you want to discover unique people or places, Aisha Tours Ethiopia offers you to look at Ethiopia differently.
Our tailor-made trips based on your interests or according to our established programs are a guarantee of unforgettable experiences with a dose of adventure, culture, meetings and discoveries.
the top 7 good reasons to choose Ethiopia for your passion for photography
No. 1 – The ETHNIC PEOPLE of the Omo Valley
In immersion and as close as possible to these populations, photography is at its peak. The Omo Valley is home to many ethnic groups whose ancestral traditions are part of their daily lives. The Suri or Surma and their floral ornaments, the Hamer with their body paintings, the Mursi and their women on stage are just a few examples of what makes many photographers' paradise. Learn more about the different ethnicities of Ethiopia.
No. 2 – The Danakil DESERT experience
Entering the Danakil Depression propels you to another planet. With Dallol and its multicolored pools, Erta Ale in permanent activity and its salt caravans or extractors work in oppressive heat of up to 50°. Learn more about Danakil.
No. 3 – WILDLIFE and its endemic species
In preserved and wild environments, patience is the key word to hunt among others the images of the Abyssinian wolf, the Wyala, the Ibex, the Gelada baboon, numerous birds of prey and birds, the black-maned lion or even the elephants. Ethiopia has around 20 national parks, some perched at more than 4,000 meters above sea level and others located in the Rift Valley. Learn more about wildlife
No. 4 – RELIGIOUS PILGRIMAGES such as they do not exist anywhere else
Attending in particular the festivities of GENA (Orthodox Christmas) of Timket (Epiphany), of MESKEL (the true cross) of FASIKA (Easter) AXUM SION is not only exceptional for your objectives but wandering through the processions led by the priests, bewitched by the songs or the fervor of the Ethiopians, is above all an intense, unforgettable emotion. For a different experience, the little-known SHEIKH HUSSIEN pilgrimage is a place for intimate meetings. Learn more about religious pilgrimages.
No. 5 – CHURCHES dug into the mountain or perched on their summit
To appreciate these places full of spirituality, you don't need to be a believer or a practitioner to be captivated by such majesty. Your cameras will capture the intense fervor of the Ethiopian people and will be the window open to a magical architectural heritage. Combining it with a pilgrimage date remains a must! Learn more about historic sites
No. 6 – The city that feeds the HYENAS
The fortified city of Harar and its 80 mosques is a maze of alleys sheltering houses with colorful facades which in the evening feed the hyenas. Between explosions of color during the day and the darkness of the night, the contrast is immense. Learn more about Harar
No. 7 – BIRD watching
A trip dedicated to bird watching is of course a must when traveling to Ethiopia. Many species throughout the country find refuge while many other species are endemic to Ethiopia. In the mountains and around the country's many lakes, your telephoto lenses will crackle. You will be accompanied by a passionate Ethiopian photographer specializing in ornithology. Learn more about birdwatching.
