Hi, I’m Dejene Hodes
— and I Love Ethiopia.
I was born in Ethiopia, and I’ve spent much of my life traveling between two worlds — growing up here, studying in the U.S., and then making the choice to return home.
Why? Because I believe Ethiopia is one of the most beautiful, soulful, and misunderstood places on Earth. And I want to change that.
I started Dejene Ethiopia Tours to help people experience this country the way I know it — not just as a destination, but as a living story. One filled with history, spirituality, breathtaking nature, vibrant art, and resilient people.
Over time, I realized that so many travelers want to come here, but they don’t know how. They can’t find good information. They don’t know what’s safe, what’s real, or what’s worth seeing. That’s why I created Travel Help Ethiopia — to guide you with clarity, honesty, and the heart of someone who actually lives here and cares deeply about your experience.
Why Trust Us?
- 10+ years of experience guiding international travelers in Ethiopia
- Deep on-the-ground knowledge — we live here and know the realities
- Hundreds of happy travelers who recommend us to friends and return again
- Recognized for expertise in Ethiopian culture, history, and tourism
This isn’t just a business for me.
It’s personal. I’ve welcomed solo travelers, artists, families, and spiritual seekers. Some have returned 4 or 5 times with new friends or groups — exploring deeper every time. To me, that means everything.
THE DREAM
Building Ethiopia’s Future — One Story, One Venture, One Generation at a Time
PHASE ONE — THE FOUNDATIONS ( 2025 - 2030)
Before any future can rise, the ground must be prepared. The foundation is made of three pillars — Tourism, Art, and Storytelling.
Tourism — Showing the Beauty and History
Through Dejene Ethiopia Tours, we invite the world to experience Ethiopia’s majesty firsthand — from Lalibela’s sacred heights to the tribal heartlands of Omo Valley, from the peaks of Bale to the streets of Addis.
Travel is the first bridge.
It lets people see Ethiopia’s true face — ancient, alive, and full of wonder.
It creates jobs, pride, and perspective.
Every traveler who visits becomes part of the movement to rewrite the world’s image of Ethiopia.
Art — Sharing the Soul of Ethiopia
Through Adulis Ethiopian Art, we bring Ethiopia’s creative fire to the world.
Our artists are not just painters — they are philosophers, storytellers, and architects of emotion. Each work we share becomes an ambassador — a visual language that connects Ethiopia’s
history with its global future.
Art tells the world who we are when words are not enough.
PHASE TWO — THE NARRATIVE ENGINE
Once the world begins to see Ethiopia, we must learn to tell its story — powerfully, professionally, and at scale.
That is the purpose of Adulis Media Lab.
It begins as a creative studio — a place where we learn to craft stories, build creative teams, and master every step of modern media:
writing, filming, editing, strategy, and distribution.
But this is only the start.
Over time, as we gain knowledge, experience, and global partners, Adulis Media Lab will evolve into a full production powerhouse — capable of producing documentaries, shows, and films that capture the heart of Ethiopia. We’re not just creating content. We’re building an industry — a new creative economy for Ethiopia. An ecosystem where filmmakers, editors, writers, and storytellers work together to bring our culture to global screens.
The long-term goal is clear:
To build a production network so strong, so creative, and so self-sustaining — that in a decade, Ethiopia stands shoulder to shoulder with the world’s greatest creative industries.
To create media that is Netflix-worthy, Ethiopian at its core, and global in its reach.