Yonas is not only a true professional as a tourist guide, but also a genuinely fascinating human being - warm, communicative, and possessed of a natural elegance that makes you wish you would met him as a friend rather than hired him for a few days. He is remarkably humble for someone who holds a doctorate (PhD) in tourism / geography, a credential he never volunteers but absolutely deserves to be proud of. He is as curious about the world as he is knowledgeable about it - and what sets him apart is that he wants to learn from you just as much as he wants to share with you. Our conversations were anything but tourist small talk. Yonas opens up about the real textures of life: the challenges and rewards of being an entrepreneur, a husband, a father, a man navigating a country in rapid transformation. Travelling with Yonas is not just a sightseeing experience. When he invited me to meet his family - a privilege I will not forget - I was reminded that no matter where you come from or where you live, the things that truly matter in life are universal. His ability to listen to his clients is exceptional. He reads what you're actually looking for and tailors every suggestion accordingly - not what guides typically offer, but what you specifically need. One evening stands out above all: a jazz concert at a famous jazz club in Addis Ababa that I will carry in my heart for years. World-class music, world-class company! Yonas is the perfect partner for travellers who want more than just visiting famous landmarks. With him, you can go deep - into Ethiopia's culture and ethnography, its fast-growing economy, its politics, its social and religious nuances, its geography and history. This was my first visit to Ethiopia, and despite having travelled to 57 countries across four continents, Yonas left me hungry to come back. Hats off, Yonas!

Me and my family (6 years old daughter ) had an amazing experience touring Ethiopia with Yonas as our guide .He is incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and passionate about showing the real beauty of his country.From the beginning, he organized everything smoothly and made sure we felt comfortable ( specially as we had our little one with us ) and well taken care of throughout the trip. We joined the Omo Valley tour based on his recommendation, and it was truly one of the most unique and unforgettable travel experiences we have ever had. Yonas explained the culture, traditions, and history of the different tribes in a very respectful and interesting way, which made the whole experience much more meaningful.

I recently fulfilled my Dream of visiting Ethiopia and glad I chose Yonas who was not only proffessional but has vast knowledgable and turned out to be a geat friend. Not sure what I wanted to see having googled lots of places, A good listener, Yonas went through my life interests' and matched them with excellent places of interest to visit despite my short stopver. Yonas is articulate, time conscious, makes you feel at ease and has a great command of English language. Above all I felt very safe and welcome.

We concluded my short stay with a memorable traditional and cultural dancing evening dinner. If you are thinking of a stopover no matter how short, or have a longer stay in Ethiopia, please do not get bored at the airport. I highly reccomend Yonas for a most memorable Addis/Ethiopian Experience.

I highly recommend Yonas as a tour guide in Ethiopia. During my last business trip to Addis Ababa, Yonas has been a great help to me. Not only was he able to helped us with communication with the locals, he also helped us arrange for our business visits and gave us the flexibility to alter our trip accordingly.

Yonas is willing to share his experience and knowledge with us during our trip. My colleague and I had the opportunity to know him on a personal level and we enjoyed his company during our trip. 

I highly recommend Yonas to be your guide in Ethiopia.

I highly recommend Yonas as a tour guide. He has a vast knowledge of Addis Ababa where I was for most of my stay in Ethiopia and Ethiopian culture in general. His tours are not limited to just Addis Ababa but throughout Ethiopia. He had also booked a Lalibela trip for me which was simply amazing. He gives you the flexibility to tailor your trip to fit your fancy, in turn you feel at ease in his presence and the tours seem more like spending time with a good friend than the typical rigid and impersonal guides that most are used to. If I wanted to go somewhere that was not on the agenda for the day, I had no problem changing it as he was OK with my decisions as long as at the end of the day I was happy. Not many guides will afford you the opportunity to do that. I can see why so many people are fond of him. He has a laid back attitude, yet very professional at the same time. I’ve also had the pleasure of knowing him on a personal basis and highly enjoyed my time in Addis meeting his wife, children and in-laws and can honestly say I have a friend in him and can’t wait to book my Southern Ethiopia tour with him next time. To anyone reading this review, please don’t be on the fence about booking Yonas for your tours in Ethiopia. You will not regret it. If cost is an issue, he will work with you to tailor the tours to what works best within your budget; Don’t let that be the determining factor in choosing him. You can still have a fantastic time and get to see the highlights without breaking the bank and Yonny as he is affectionately known, will ensure that you and he work on an itinerary that will be satisfactory for both. Enjoy your stay in Ethiopia and happy travels!