Jinka - Turmi

Turmi - Today, anticipate a warm welcome upon your arrival at Jinka airport, where the tours team will be eagerly waiting for you at the exit. You will then embark on a journey to the Key Afer local market, where you will encounter the Benna, Hammer, and Tsemay tribes. This promises to be a rich cultural experience as these tribes come together in a vibrant display. Enjoy learning from the guide about the cultural significance of these tribes, capture colorful photos of their unique aesthetics, and engage personally with the tribe members.

Next, spend the day in the village-style town of Turmi, home to the Hamer people, for a deeper cultural immersion. Food stops will be tailored to your preferences throughout the day.

Drive from Turmi - Karo / Kara Tribe - Jinka

Omo River - Begin the day with an early morning drive, covering 65 km (approximately 1 hour) to Karo Korcho village, where you will meet the Kara people by the Omo River.

The Kara tribe, with a population between 1,000 and 3,000, resides along the east banks of the Omo River in southern Ethiopia and practices flood retreat cultivation, growing sorghum, maize, and beans.

Experience an authentic interaction with the Kara people, renowned for their intricate body and face paintings. You can have your face or body painted in the Kara style, with the guide explaining the symbolism behind the designs.

Turmi - Afterward, return to Turmi for lunch at your own arrangement. You may also visit a tribal market on market days (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday) to explore unique relics and ornaments of these tribes.

Jinka - On the way back to Jinka, you have the option to attend a tribal ceremonial event such as the Hamar Bull Jumping Ceremony or Evangadi Dancing Ceremony, both of which offer a thrilling glimpse into traditional African culture. Finally, enjoy a scenic 130 km (2-hour) drive back to Jinka.

Drive from Jinka – Mago – Jinka – Departure

Mago National Park - Embark on an early morning excursion to the renowned Mago National Park to visit the Mursi village. The Mursi are one of Ethiopia’s exotic ethnic groups, living in low huts made of straw leaves. The women are known for wearing terra cotta on their extensively stretched lower lips and ear lobes. Capture unique photos as your guide facilitates your interactions with them. If time permits, you may also spot or drive past some of the park’s amazing wildlife.

Jinka - Return to Jinka airport for your departure flight back to Addis Ababa, or as per your arrangements. This concludes the tour.

• Entrance fee to the villages and national parks. (But not exclusive events like the “Bull Jumping”)
• Private transportation
• Other
• Bottled water
• In-vehicle air conditioning

• Food arrangements
• Alcohol
• Laundry services
• Professional photography
• All domestic and international flights

Embark on an incredible journey through Ethiopia’s rich cultural landscape with our immersive tour. Participants will have the rare chance to deeply engage with Ethiopia’s native communities, beginning with firsthand experiences of the tribe’s weaving traditions. The tour concludes in Murulle, the village of the Karo people, where guests can observe traditional ceremonies and gain a deep understanding of this captivating culture by the Omo River. Crossing the Omo River by boat offers encounters with the Dasenech people and their unique body scarification practices. The adventure continues with visits to Korcho village, offering insights into ancient traditions, followed by an exploration of Mago National Park to meet the Mursi tribe, renowned for their distinctive customs. This tour promises a rich blend of cultural discovery, genuine interactions, and unforgettable experiences across Ethiopia’s stunning landscape.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.