Embark on a 5-day Omo Valley tour from Addis Ababa. Experience unique tribal cultures, vibrant traditions, and UNESCO World Heritage wonders.
Embark on a 5-day Omo Valley tour from Addis Ababa. Experience unique tribal cultures, vibrant traditions, and UNESCO World Heritage wonders.
Fly to Arba Minch
Dorze Village - Depart for Arba Minch at 07:10, arriving at 08:15. Upon arrival, receive a warm welcome and transfer to your accommodation. Enjoy breakfast and check in. Visit Dorze village, nestled in the Gughe Mountains. Marvel at the iconic beehive-shaped huts and discover the Dorze people’s traditional weaving and vibrant…
Fly to Arba Minch
Dorze Village - Depart for Arba Minch at 07:10, arriving at 08:15. Upon arrival, receive a warm welcome and transfer to your accommodation. Enjoy breakfast and check in. Visit Dorze village, nestled in the Gughe Mountains. Marvel at the iconic beehive-shaped huts and discover the Dorze people’s traditional weaving and vibrant dance culture. Return to Arba Minch for a late lunch.
In the afternoon, take a leisurely stroll in the lush Arba Minch Forest Park. Enjoy dinner at the hotel. Overnight stay at Darose Hotel, Arba Minch.
Lake Chamo – Konso Village – Turmi
Chamo Lake - After an early breakfast, drive to Lake Chamo for a boat trip to the “crocodile market,” where you can spot hippos, Africa’s largest crocodiles, and various bird species. Head to Konso for lunch before exploring one of the nine UNESCO-listed villages.
The Konso people are renowned for their unique “generation poles,” which signify the passage of time and generations in the village. Continue your journey to Turmi, which takes about four hours. Overnight at Emerald Lodge, Turmi.
Drive to Kara Village
Turmi - After breakfast, set off for Kara Village, home to approximately 3,000 people along the eastern banks of the Omo River. The Kara are recognized for their stunning villages and the body painting traditions of their children. After visiting the village, return to Turmi for lunch.
In the afternoon, if circumstances allow, witness a traditional bull-jumping ceremony—a rite of passage for young men. Alternatively, observe a special event where female family members express their loyalty to the groom’s family through a ceremonial whipping. If there is no bull-jumping ceremony, explore a Hamer village instead. Overnight at Emerald Lodge, Turmi.
Visit to Dassanech Tribe and Drive to Jinka
Jinka Fly To Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa - Enjoy an early breakfast and fly back to Addis Ababa. Later, partake in a farewell dinner and prepare for your departure.
- Boat excursion and related costs
- Unlimited bottled water
- Photograph and video fees
- All entrance fees
- Ethiopian coffee or tea
- Land Cruiser car with fuel
- Breakfast
- Local guide
- Accommodation with breakfast
- Bull jumping ceremony
- Boat excursion and related costs
- Unlimited bottled water
- Photograph and video fees
- All entrance fees
- Ethiopian coffee or tea
- Land Cruiser car with fuel
- Breakfast
- Local guide
- Accommodation with breakfast
- Bull jumping ceremony
- • Domestic Flight
- • Alcohol
- • Lunch and Dinner
- • Personal expenses like as Laundry service and shopping
- • Tips
- • Domestic Flight
- • Alcohol
- • Lunch and Dinner
- • Personal expenses like as Laundry service and shopping
- • Tips
Embark on a 5-day journey from Addis Ababa to explore the Omo Valley in Ethiopia. Experience the rich cultures and traditions of the local tribes, such as the Dorze, Konso, Kara, Hamer, Dassanech, and Mursi communities.
Visit the Omo Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this 5-day tour. Learn about the Dorze people’s traditional weaving techniques…
Embark on a 5-day journey from Addis Ababa to explore the Omo Valley in Ethiopia. Experience the rich cultures and traditions of the local tribes, such as the Dorze, Konso, Kara, Hamer, Dassanech, and Mursi communities.
Visit the Omo Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this 5-day tour. Learn about the Dorze people’s traditional weaving techniques and their lively dance culture. Discover the nine UNESCO-listed villages of the Konso people and immerse yourself in their cultural heritage. Visit the Kara village to witness a traditional bull-jumping ceremony, and meet the Mursi tribe, renowned for the women’s distinctive large clay lip plates.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
