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Farus Ethiopia Tours and Car Rental is a private limited company established in 2013 and engaged primarily in car rental, tour operation, travel services, and customized tourism experiences in Ethiopia. Based in Mekelle, Farus combines local knowledge, experienced guides and drivers, prepared vehicles, and personalized travel planning to help visitors explore Ethiopia's history, culture, landscapes, and communities. farustours.com

The company specializes particularly in Tigray and the Afar region, while also offering travel experiences across major Ethiopian destinations. Its approach focuses on fair pricing, quality service, customer comfort, safety, and environmentally and socially responsible tourism.

Mission

Farus Ethiopia Tours and Car Rental is committed to providing fair, reliable, and high-quality car rental and tourism services through properly prepared vehicles, qualified personnel, appropriate tourism facilities, and carefully designed travel experiences.

The company aims to create memorable journeys while respecting local communities, cultures, heritage, and the natural environment. 

Vision

Farus aims to become one of the top five tourism and car rental companies in Ethiopia by 2030 by adopting modern technology, strengthening service quality, conducting market research, and promoting sustainable tourism.

Core Values

Farus's operations are guided by:

• Customer Satisfaction

• Quality Service

• Fair Pricing

• Responsibility

• Transparency

• Sustainable Tourism

• Respect for Local Culture and Heritage

• Safety and Comfort

• Professionalism

• Environmental Awareness

These values are reflected in the company's commitment to destination ethics, community comfort, responsible tourism, and attention to vehicle technical and mechanical conditions. 

Our Main Services

Tour & Travel Services

Farus develops customized tours for individuals, families, and groups, with itineraries designed around travelers' interests, schedules, and destinations.

Car Rental Services

The company provides prepared vehicles for tourism and travel, with emphasis on regular maintenance, safety, comfort, and reliable transportation.

Adventure Tours

Farus organizes adventurous journeys to destinations such as the Danakil Depression and Erta Ale, including desert travel, camping, volcanic landscapes, salt lakes, and visits to local communities.

Historical & Cultural Tours

The company provides experiences focused on Ethiopia's historical sites, religious heritage, architecture, traditions, and local communities.

Trekking & Mountain Tours

Farus supports trekking and exploration experiences in destinations such as the Simien Mountains, Tigray's Gheralta Mountains, and other scenic areas.

Customized Travel Experiences

Rather than offering only fixed itineraries, Farus works with travelers to develop trips suited to their available time, interests, group size, and travel requirements. A company case study describes a customized family trip covering Tigray churches and the Danakil Desert.

Major Destinations

Farus offers travel experiences across a wide range of Ethiopian destinations, including:

• Tigray Rock-Hewn Churches

• Axum

• Gheralta Mountains

• Lalibela

• Danakil Depression

• Erta Ale Volcano

• Gondar

• Bale Mountains

• Konso

• Sof Omar Caves

• South Omo Valley

• Simien Mountains

• Harar

Specialized Tigray Experiences

One of Farus's key areas of expertise is the Tigray region, where the company offers access to historic rock-hewn churches and cultural attractions. Destinations highlighted by the company include Abuna Yemata Guh, Debre Damo, Mariam Korkor, Abraha Atsbeha, and Wukro Cherkos.

These experiences combine historical exploration, cultural interpretation, trekking, scenic landscapes, and interaction with local communities.

Danakil & Afar Adventures

Farus specializes in journeys through the spectacular Danakil Depression, including Erta Ale, Hamad Ela, Lake Asale, and Dallol. Its itineraries can include 4WD transportation, desert camping, hiking, volcanic exploration, salt-lake visits, and opportunities to experience Afar culture.

Safety & Customer Care

Customer safety and comfort are important elements of Farus's service approach. The company states that vehicles are regularly serviced and that tours follow safety procedures. Customer testimonials on the company's website also emphasize the team's organization, knowledgeable guides, trusted drivers, flexibility, and attention to travelers' needs. 

Sustainable Tourism

Farus promotes socio-environmentally friendly and sustainable tourism. Its stated values include respecting destinations and attraction codes of ethics, supporting sustainable tourism, and considering community comfort. The company also highlights eco-lodges, responsible travel, wildlife, and environmentally conscious tourism experiences. 

Why Choose Us?

Farus Ethiopia Tours and Car Rental offers:

• More than a decade of experience in Ethiopian tourism and car rental

• Strong local knowledge, particularly in Tigray and Afar

• Customized and flexible travel itineraries

• Experienced guides and drivers

• Quality and regularly maintained vehicles

• Focus on customer safety and comfort

• Fair and competitive pricing

• Historical, cultural, adventure, and nature-based experiences

• Commitment to sustainable and responsible tourism

• Personalized service for individuals, families, and groups 

Company Positioning

Farus Ethiopia Tours and Car Rental positions itself as a locally knowledgeable Ethiopian tourism and transportation company dedicated to connecting travelers with the country's extraordinary history, culture, people, wildlife, mountains, deserts, and natural landscapes.

Its philosophy, “No Distance Is Too Far,” reflects the company's focus on making even remote and challenging destinations accessible while creating meaningful and memorable travel experiences.

Contact Us
Address: 1. Haile Gebresilassie Road, near to Capital Hotel, Gelila Building off No. 01 , Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
                 2. In front of Axum Hotel, Mekelle, Tigray, Ethiopia
Phone no: +251 911 514259 / +251 923 808708
Email: faruscarrent@gmail.com / info@farustours.com
Website: http://www.farustours.com
FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Farus-Ethiopia-Tours-and-Car-Rental-100068276265949/