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November 1st-7th 2026I, I-One Angeles and Local Ethiopian Rasta guide, Ras Fitsum have created an amazing 7 day, budget friendly tour of Ethiopia and we would love to have you join us and others from around the world for this uplifting adventure!
November 1, 2026 celebrating HIM Coronation in his Homeland, journeying to sacred and historic places, communing in nature and with the Rasta community, live Reggae music, and so much more!
Please visit our website: www.zenvoyagez.com
and find info under “tours” and “description” tabs, or message me directly here or on any other platform! ( ione angeles) or Fitsum Girma on IG, WhatsApp, and FB
One Love All Ways
Tour Overview: Return to Zion!
7‑Day Ethiopia Tour A spiritually focused journey through Addis Ababa, Shashemane, Wondo Genet, and Hawassa, connecting Haile Selassie I’s legacy, the Rastafari community, and Ethiopia’s natural beauty.
Day‑by‑Day Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Addis Ababa (New Flower) • Airport pick‑up and transfer to your hotel (timing depends on your flight). • Walking tour of the city center to get oriented. • Visit St. George Cathedral (coronation church of Emperor Haile Selassie I). • Visit the Imperial Palace exterior area and Holy Trinity Cathedral (Selassie’s resting place) as time allows.
What to expect: Light walking, introductions to Ethiopian history and Orthodox Christian traditions, and time to rest before the journey south. ---
Day 2 – Addis Ababa → Shashemane • Early morning drive from Addis to Shashemane, through Ethiopia’s Rift Valley.• Breakfast stop at Lake Langano, with time to enjoy the lakeside scenery and birdlife. • Arrive in Shashemane and join Coronation Day celebrations (schedule permitting), honoring Haile Selassie I.
•Experience Shashemane’s Rastafari community, music, and livity.[facebook] • Overnight at Zion Train Lodge (or similar) in Shashemane.
What to expect: A powerful introduction to the “Return to Zion” story and first encounters with the local Rasta community, including ital food, reggae, and reasoning.
--- Day 3 – Shashemane Community Life • Visit the historic Land Grant area associated with Haile Selassie’s gift to the African diaspora.[facebook] • Tour the Jamaican Rastafari community school (JRDC or similar, depending on access). • Stop at Banana’s Art Gallery and other local creative spaces. • Visit the Rastafari Community Center and the French Rasta Village. • Evening free for reasoning, drumming, or nyabinghi vibes (as available) with community members. What to expect: Deep cultural immersion, opportunities to support community projects, and unfiltered conversations about repatriation, faith, and daily life in Shashemane.
--- Day 4 – Wondo Genet (Paradise in the Hills) • Morning drive to Wondo Genet, a lush highland retreat once associated with Haile Selassie I. • Walk in tropical forest with close‑up birding opportunities and beautiful views. • Relax in natural hot springs (weather and local conditions permitting). • Enjoy scenic hiking trails and look for endemic Ethiopian birds at known hotspots. • Overnight at Wondo Genet (Haile Selassie I Palace Hotel or similar lodge, subject to availability).
What to expect: Nature, hot springs, and cooler mountain air—a chance to reset physically and spiritually.
--- Day 5 – Hawassa & Return to Rondo Genet • Morning trip to Lake Hawassa, a vibrant lakeside city. • Visit the fish market and taste freshly grilled fish right at the lakeside. • Boat ride on Lake Hawassa for hippo watching and aquatic bird viewing (conditions permitting). • Monkey spotting along the lakefront and in nearby treed areas. • Short drive back to Wondo Genet for relaxation and overnight.
What to expect: Lively local markets, close encounters with wildlife, and time to rest in the hills after a full day by the lake. ---
Day 6 – Wondo Genet → Addis Ababa • Early morning departure for Addis Ababa. • Breakfast stop at Lake Ziway (Zeway), another important Rift Valley lake known for birdlife and island monasteries. • Afternoon in Addis Ababa: • Visit the National Museum of Ethiopia to see the famous fossil “Lucy.” • Drive up to Entoto Mountain for spectacular views over the city. • Explore local art galleries. • Shopping time for Ethiopian traditional clothing, crafts, and souvenirs. • Overnight in Addis Ababa with time to recheck and confirm your flight arrangements.
What to expect: A mix of archaeology, panoramic views, and last‑day shopping before departure.
--- Day 7 – Departure • Transfer to Bole International Airport for your flight home (depending on your departure time). • End of tour. What to expect: Flexible transfers coordinated with your flight schedule. --- Pricing, Dates, and Booking • Current 2026 “Return to Zion” departures are listed on the Zen Voyagez website under Ethiopia tours.
This 7 day tour is $1,700 (USD)
• For pricing, exact November dates, and what’s included (meals, domestic transport, entrance fees, food,etc.), see the tour page on Zen VoyageZ– Return to Zion Ethiopia Tour.
To reserve your spot or ask detailed questions: • WhatsApp (Ethiopia): +251 919 241 884 • Ras Ftsum Girma
Call or text (USA): (925) 809‑5334 (Ione Angeles) • Website: www.zenvoyagez.com
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