Zayla — Tour, Travel & Recruitment Agency

2024

Established in Addis

About Zayla

An agency rooted in heritage, built for the world.

Zayla Tour, Travel & Recruitment Agency is an Ethiopian-owned enterprise based in the heart of Addis Ababa. Our name draws inspiration from the ancient port city of Zeila — a historic gateway that connected the Horn of Africa to the Arabian Peninsula, India, and beyond for over a thousand years.

Carrying that legacy forward, we open doors for our clients — whether through carefully crafted travel experiences, efficient visa and ticketing services, or recruitment solutions that match the right people with the right opportunities across the Gulf, Africa, and Europe.

Abdurehman Abase General Manager & Founder

What We Do

Three pillars, one promise

Every service we offer is built on the same foundation — reliability, transparency, and a deep commitment to the people we serve.

Explore the World

Tour & Travel

From the ancient walled city of Harar to the peaks of the Simien Mountains and beyond — we design journeys that linger in memory.

Domestic & international tour packages
Group, family & honeymoon trips
Pilgrimage & cultural tours
Hotel & resort bookings worldwide

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Travel with Ease

Visa & Ticketing

Navigating paperwork should never stand between you and your destination. We handle the complexity so you can focus on the journey.

Tourist, business & student visas
Work & residence permits
International flight ticketing
Document verification & support

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Right People, Right Opportunities

Recruitment Solutions

We connect skilled Ethiopian professionals with vetted employers across the Gulf, Africa, and beyond — ethically and transparently.

Overseas employment placement
Skilled & semi-skilled sourcing
Pre-departure orientation
Employer verification & contracts

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Our Heritage

From the walled city of Harar to the world.

The founders of Zayla were born and raised in Harar Jugol — the ancient walled city of saints, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of the most culturally layered places on the African continent. The values that shape our agency were learned in its narrow cobblestone alleys: hospitality as a discipline, trust as currency, and the belief that every traveler who arrives at your door is a guest to be honored.

"In Harar, hospitality is not a virtue — it is a climate. We carry that climate into every journey we plan and every worker we place."

That heritage travels with us — into every itinerary we craft, every visa we process, and every contract we sign. It is the difference between a service and a relationship.

Leadership

The people behind Zayla

A small, dedicated team that treats each client's journey as their own.

General Manager

Abdurehman Abase

Founder & General Manager

A Harar-born entrepreneur with deep roots in Ethiopia's travel and recruitment landscape. Abdurehman founded Zayla with a vision to build an agency rooted in trust, transparency, and the legendary hospitality of his hometown.

Operation Head

Abdulmalik Hussein

Head of Operations

Overseeing day-to-day operations across travel, visa, and recruitment divisions, Abdulmalik ensures every client engagement moves with precision — from the first inquiry to the final destination.

Why Zayla

Reasons travelers and employers choose us.

Trusted & Transparent

No hidden fees, no false promises — clear terms, honest timelines, and verified partners.
Local Expertise, Global Reach

Deep networks across Ethiopia and trusted partners throughout the Gulf, Europe, and Asia.
End-to-End Support

From your first inquiry to your safe arrival — and every step in between.
Ethical Recruitment

Every placement is verified, every contract is reviewed, every worker is protected.

500+

Happy Travelers

12+

Destination Countries

200+

Successful Placements

24/7

Client Support

Our Offices

Find us in person

Visit our office in the heart of Addis Ababa's business district — conveniently located near Bole International Airport with easy access and parking.

Head Office