10-Day Danakil Adventure -Omo Valley Cultural Discovery

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

Addis Ababa City Tour

Upon arrival in Addis Ababa, meet your guide and begin exploring Ethiopia’s bustling capital. Visit Mount Entoto for panoramic views, St. George’s Cathedral, and the National Museum, home to the fossil “Lucy.” Stroll through Merkato, Africa’s largest open-air market, and enjoy Ethiopian coffee at a local café.
Overnight: Hotel in Addis Ababa.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Jano Hotel

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

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Fly Addis Ababa – Semera – Drive to Hamed Ela

Fly from Addis Ababa to Semera, then drive through the Afar region toward Hamed Ela. Stop at Lake Afdera, a sparkling salt lake where you can enjoy a refreshing swim. Continue to Hamed Ela, your base for exploring the Danakil Depression. In the evening, visit Lake Asale for a mesmerizing sunset over the salt flats.
Overnight: Open-air camping at Hamed Ela.

Main Destination:

Hamad Ela (Village)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Dallol Salt Caravans – Drive to Erta Ale

After breakfast, journey to Dallol, one of the most colorful and hottest places on Earth. Explore its surreal sulfur pools and mineral formations. Witness camel caravans transporting salt blocks, an ancient Afar tradition. In the afternoon, drive to Erta Ale base camp and begin your evening trek to see the molten lava lake glowing under the night sky.

Main Destination:

Erta Ale Volcano (Danakil Depression)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Erta Ale – Semera Fly to Addis Ababa

Enjoy sunrise at the Erta Ale crater before breakfast, then drive back to Afdera and continue to visit the village of Hamed Ela. Afterward, proceed to Semera Airport for your late afternoon flight to Addis Ababa, where you can relax and unwind after the intense desert journey.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Jano Hotel

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

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Fly Addis Ababa – Jinka – Drive to Turmi

Fly to Jinka, then drive through the scenic Omo Valley to Turmi. Visit the Hamer tribe, known for their body scarification, unique hairstyles, and rich cultural traditions. The famous bull-jumping ceremony may be witnessed if it happens by chance. En route, visit the Banna tribe before continuing to Turmi for the night.

Main Destination:

Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Emerald Lodge Turmi

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Turmi – Karo – Nyangatom – Jinka

Drive to Murele to visit the Karo people, renowned for their artistic body painting and riverbank settlements. Continue to the Nyangatom tribe along the Omo River to learn about their unique traditions and lifestyle. After the visits, return to Jinka, passing through Banna and Ari villages for additional cultural encounters.

Main Destination:

Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Jinka Resort

• Budget hotel located in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)

Meals & Drinks:

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

JInka-Mursi-Desanech-Jinka

Early morning drive to the Mursi tribe, known for the lip plates worn by women as a sign of beauty and identity. Continue to Omorate to meet the Dassanech tribe, crossing the Omo River by local Boat to explore their village and traditions. Return to Jinka in the evening. Overnight: Emerald Lodge, Jinka.

Main Destination:

Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Jinka Resort

• Budget hotel located in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Drive konso-Arbaminchi

Depart for Arba Minch, stopping in Konso, a UNESCO site known for its terraced hillsides and wooden “waka’’ totems. Continue to Arba Minch and visit the Dorze village, famous for its beehive-shaped huts, skilled weaving, and warm traditional coffee ceremonies.

Main Destination:

Arba Minch (City)

Accommodation:

Paradise Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Arbaminchi-Chamo lake dorze village

Begin the day with a boat trip on Lake Chamo, where you can spot hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife. After the cruise, visit the vibrant Dorze village, known for its towering beehive-shaped huts, colorful weaving traditions, and welcoming coffee ceremonies before returning to Arba Minch.

Main Destination:

Arba Minch (City)

Accommodation:

Paradise Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Fly Back to Addis Ababa

After lunch, enjoy a relaxed afternoon in Addis Ababa or take an optional visit to local markets for souvenirs. In the evening, attend a vibrant cultural dance show at Yod Abyssinia for a memorable farewell dinner. Finally, transfer to Bole International Airport for your onward flight, carrying unforgettable memories of Ethiopia’s natural beauty and diverse cultures.

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.