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Ethiopian Cultural Dinner in Addis Ababa with LIVE Traditional Dance Show

4.5(2)Addis Ababa1 hour
VIATOR4.5(2)

Description

Experience an unforgettable Ethiopian evening in Addis Ababa with a private cultural dinner and LIVE dance show. Enjoy convenient pickup from your hotel or Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and travel by private vehicle to one of the city’s famous cultural restaurants: Yod Abyssinia Cultural Restaurant or 2000 Habesha Cultural Restaurant. During this 3–5 hour cultural experience: • Taste a variety of traditional dishes served on authentic Injera. • Watch energetic LIVE dances representing Ethiopia’s diverse ethnic groups. • Admire the colorful traditional costumes worn by the performers. • Witness the famous Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony, from roasting fresh beans to the final brew. • Try ‘Tej,’ the traditional Ethiopian honey wine. Get your table reserved in a great spot so you can fully enjoy the show. With private transport, flexible pickup and drop-off, and the choice of two top cultural restaurants, this experience offers a comfortable and memorable night in Addis Ababa.

Tour Options

Ethiopian Cultural Dinner in Addis Ababa with LIVE Traditional Dance Show
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission included180 min

Enjoy about 3 hours of an unforgettable cultural evening at Yod Abyssinia Cultural Restaurant, one of the most famous traditional restaurants in Addis Ababa. Find your table reserved in a great spot so you can fully enjoy the vibrant live performance. Watch talented dancers perform energetic traditional dances representing Ethiopia’s many ethnic groups while musicians play authentic rhythms using traditional instruments. During the evening at Yod Abyssinia, taste a variety of Ethiopian dishes served with Injera and flavorful stews from the buffet. You can also try Tej, Ethiopia’s traditional honey wine enjoyed during celebrations. The experience also includes the iconic Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony. Fresh coffee beans are roasted in front of you while frankincense burns nearby, filling the air with wonderful aromas before the coffee is brewed and served. This lively evening offers a true “five senses” cultural experience through Ethiopian food, music, dance, and tradition.

30 min

This private cultural dinner experience in Addis Ababa is designed for comfort, flexibility, and authenticity. Your evening begins with convenient pickup from your hotel or Addis Ababa Bole International Airport in a private vehicle with an English-speaking driver/guide. During this 3–5 hour experience, you will enjoy Ethiopian cuisine, live cultural dances, traditional music, and the Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony in one memorable evening. Guests appreciate the reserved seating that allows them to watch the show from a great perspective. Your guide can also explain the meaning of the dances, music, and food so you gain deeper insight into Ethiopia’s rich cultural traditions. After the show, enjoy a flexible drop-off back to your hotel or the airport. This makes the experience ideal for visitors with limited time, including travelers on short stays or airport layovers.

Highlights

Bottled water and local snacks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Driver/guide
A bottle of Tej (Ethiopian Honey Wine) per person
Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony and coffee

What's included

Included
Bottled water and local snacks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Driver/guide
A bottle of Tej (Ethiopian Honey Wine) per person
Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony and coffee
Not included
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
And, any expense which is not mentioned in the "Included' List above
Food at the cultural restaurant is not included in the price.
Gratuities

Pickup Locations & Times

We pick travelers from any hotel, lodge, or residential place in Addis Ababa.

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Best possible seats be reserved for bookings made before 24 hours
  • Dress code is formal
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Reviews(2)

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mariasilvia_R
March 17, 2020
one night in Addis, layover

a good way to spend my layover in Addis for one night. good food. good dance and music. just a little bit of the important history of Ethiopia.

Operator response

Dear Maria, Thank you very much for spending your layover in Addis Ababa taking our Ethiopian Cultural Dinner in Addis Ababa!! It is great to know you enjoyed it! And, thank you for taking time to leave review of your experience on TripAdvisor!! With best wishes, Muluken G.

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Barbara_D
December 28, 2019
Cultural dinner and dance

First I must thank my tour guide Samuel! He made my first few hours/first night in Addis Ababa so welcoming! He was punctual in his arrival and even took me first to experience having local coffee on the street. From there we went to the restaurant. He made sure I got a taste of the honey wine and educated me on the local foods and proper way to consume them. The local dance show was simply amazing!! Great tour and dinner!

Operator response

Dear Barbara, Thank you very much for booking Ethiopian Cultural Dinner in Addis Ababa with LIVE Traditional Dance Show with Merit Ethiopian Experience Tours!! It is great to hear you had enjoyable first experience in Addis Ababa with us. Thanks again for your review and rating of our Traditional Ethiopian Dinner and Cultural LIVE Dance show in Addis Ababa!! Wishing you all the best, Muluken G.

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