10-Day Ethiopia Lalibela, Omo Valley & Danakil

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Addis Ababa

Arrive at Bole International Airport, meet your guide, and transfer to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, explore the National Museum to see “Lucy,” and visit Holy Trinity Cathedral. Stroll through Merkato, Africa’s largest open-air market, to discover spices, crafts, and textiles. Prepare for your journey across Ethiopia’s historic and natural sites. Overnight at Swiss Inn Nexus Hotel.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Swiss Inn Nexus Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Addis Ababa – Lalibela

Fly to Lalibela, home to Ethiopia’s famous rock-hewn churches. Begin exploring the first cluster including Bete Medhane Alem, Bete Maryam, and Bete Golgotha. Learn about their 12th-century construction, religious importance, and underground passageways. Enjoy sunset views over Lalibela’s highlands. Overnight at Top Twelve Hotel.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Top Twelve Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Lalibela (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lalibela – Second Cluster

Continue visiting Lalibela’s second cluster: Bete Amanuel, Bete Gabriel-Rufael, and Bete Abba Libanos. End the day at the iconic Bete Giyorgis, a monolithic cross-shaped church considered a masterpiece of medieval architecture. Witness evening prayers or simply enjoy the serene surroundings. Overnight at Top Twelve Hotel.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Top Twelve Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Lalibela (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lalibela – Mekele via Addis Ababa – Danaki

Fly from Lalibela to Mekele via Addis Ababa, then drive toward the Danakil Depression. Enjoy scenic stops along the route for photography and cultural encounters. Depending on timing and interest, optional short hikes or village visits can be arranged at an additional cost. Prepare for the unique Afar landscapes with salt flats, lava fields, and otherworldly geological formations. Overnight at Ahmed Ela Camp.

Main Destination:

Danakil Depression (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Ahmed Ela Camp

• Budget bush camp located in Danakil Depression (Highlight)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Erta Ale Volcano Excursion

Start early to explore the Erta Ale lava lake, one of the world’s few continuously active volcanoes. Trek across lava fields and witness glowing lava pools. Local guides provide safety instructions and insights about volcanic activity. Camp overnight near Erta Ale for a rare desert adventure. Overnight: Ahmed Ela Camp.

Main Destination:

Erta Ale Volcano (Danakil Depression)

Accommodation:

Ahmed Ela Camp

• Budget bush camp located in Danakil Depression (Highlight)

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

Dallol & Salt Flats

Descend to Dallol Depression, known for colorful hydrothermal formations, acid pools, and salt chimneys. Explore Lake Karoum’s vast salt flats and interact with local Afar salt miners. This surreal landscape is ideal for photography and learning about traditional mining practices. Optional short hikes are available (extra cost). Overnight: Ahmed Ela Camp.

Main Destination:

Erta Ale Volcano (Danakil Depression)

Accommodation:

Ahmed Ela Camp

• Budget bush camp located in Danakil Depression (Highlight)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Danakil – Mekele – Fly to Arba Minch

Return drive to Mekele and fly to Arba Minch, gateway to the Omo Valley. Depending on arrival time, explore Dorze village with its distinctive bamboo houses, weaving traditions, and local lifestyle. Optional cultural demonstrations available (extra cost). Overnight at Haile Resort Arba Minch.

Main Destination:

Arba Minch (City)

Accommodation:

Haile Resort Arba Minch

• Mid-range hotel located in Arba Minch (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Arba Minch – Konso – Jinka

Morning optional boat trip on Lake Chamo to spot hippos, crocodiles, and birds (extra cost). Drive to Konso, a UNESCO-recognized cultural landscape with stone terraces, clan structures, and waga statues. Visit a Konso village to learn about sustainable farming and rich customs. Continue through Tsemay and Ari tribal regions to Jinka. Overnight at Eco-Omo Lodge.

Main Destination:

Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Eco Omo Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mursi Tribe Visit – Jinka

Visit Mago National Park to meet the Mursi people, known for lip plates and cultural traditions. Learn about their social structure, rituals, and daily life. Optional guided walk in the area can be arranged (extra cost). Return to Jinka for a visit to the South Omo Research Center to gain deeper insight into local tribes. Overnight at Eco-Omo Lodge or similar.

Main Destination:

Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Eco Omo Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Jinka – Fly to Addis Ababa – Departure

Fly back to Addis Ababa. Depending on flight schedules, enjoy a short city tour or souvenir shopping. Conclude your 10-day journey through Ethiopia’s historic, cultural, and natural wonders. Farewell dinner with traditional music and dance can be arranged (optional). Overnight: Not included (departure day).

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.