Dereje Channe

Dereje Chane graduated from the Ethiopian Catering & Tourism Institute and Jima University. He speaks good English as well as French, with a certificate from Ethio-French Alliance. Dereje is an enthusiastic and personable guide who loves to share his knowledge of Ethiopia’s culture and history.

Upcoming Trips:

Lost Worlds of Ethiopia, September 11-27, 2013
Lost Worlds of Ethiopia, January 10-26, 2014

Client Testimonials:


Dereje is very knowledgeable, very smart, very nice—a good choice! Bertram P., Wellfleet, MA
Lost Worlds of Ethiopia Dereje was a wonderful leader and a pleasure to be with. His knowledge of birds was excellent and we had much fun bird watching. Diane M., Elm Grove, WI
Lost Worlds of Ethiopia Dereje is amazing! He is very informed, kind, smart, communicates well, and handled our group perfectly. Lloys F., Los Angeles, CA
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Dereje was maybe my best guide—ever! His knowledge in every area (history, religion, culture, arts, politics, tribes) was unsurpassed. Linda L., Oklahoma City, OK
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