Eritrea, a country in Africa, is special for its diverse landscapes, from the coastal plains, deserts, and highlands to the Danakil Depression, one of the hottest and lowest places on Earth that makes this country beautiful and worthy of visiting despite its poverty. Enjoy your Eritrea holiday amidst the rich history of ancient civilizations at the Aksumite Empire, and discover the remains of Italian colonization and architecture of the capital, Asmara. Visit the central market and Medeber market to find out about recycling products, local produce, crafts, metals, and textiles.
Asmara city tour guides you to some well-preserved modern architecture like the Fiat Tagliero building, Cinema Impero, and Opera houses. This tour lets you explore an extensive collection of unique Italian colonial buildings in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Asmara. Experience the comfort at Deluxe hotels and delicious Eritrean cuisine like Shiro and Taito in Asmira.
You can visit some of the best Eritrea tourist attractions such as the striking bell tower of Cathedral of Asmara and observe Asmara’s religious diversity at Tewahedo church. The precious artefacts of National Museum of Eritrea and remnants of Tank Graveyard will offer historic insights of Eritrea.
Explore the ancient ruins of Eritrea historical sites like Qohaito and Senafe where you can find some old temples, dams and rock art. Travel to Adulis, an ancient port city to discover the archaeological remains symbolising Eritrea’s trade culture and other symbols from the Aksumite civilization of Metera. Observe the religious and cultural insights of Debre Bizen Monastery.
Experience red sea diving in Eritrea to observe vibrant coral ecosystems, and find out the historical wrecks. Dive into clear waters and explore marine biodiversity specially the sea turtles of Dahlak Archipelago island. Visit white sandy Massawa beaches package along the Red Sea and enjoy swimming in clear waters. Enjoy a relaxing beach day and explore the nearby historical architecture of Ottoman-era buildings.
Wander across the diversity of Danakil Depression, from salt plains and active volcanoes to lava lakes and colorful hot springs. You will see some fascinating geothermal activities of sulfur springs, geysers, and salt pillars here. You can enjoy a camel ride to grab stunning views of dramatic natural displays and the local lifestyle with the Danakil Depression tour.
Enjoy the adventure of Eritrea safari trips with exciting views of hyenas, gazelles, and various bird species on the diverse terrains of Eritrea, like the savannas, mountains, and coastal areas. Discover indigenous plant species with trekking, camping and hiking experience in remote natural settings. Customise your Eritrea vacation tours to explore ancient sites and interact with local tribes traditional nomadic communities along the safari routes.
Eritrea travel deals will let you observe Eritrean culture and heritage by participating in the traditional musical styles and traditional dances, as well as rich traditions from nine ethnic groups, and enjoy the colourful celebrations of Independence Day and cultural festivals. Purchase some handcrafted souvenirs like pottery, jewellery and weaving to bring a symbol of Eritrean artistic skills with you.
Indulge into Eritrean cuisine experiences with the taste of injera, a type of flatbread and Zigni, a spicy stew that are enjoyed in communal meals and feel the hospitality of community bonding at coffee ceremony. You can also enjoy Tsebhi, Kitcha, Shiro, Taito and Hambesha like unique dishes made of meats, lentils, bread, vegetables and flavoured with spices to enjoy the taste of Eritrea that is a reflection of its tradition.
