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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Addis Ababa – City Highlights
Arrival in Addis Ababa – City Highlights
Arrive at Bole International Airport and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, drive to Entoto Mountain for panoramic views over Addis Ababa and visit the National Museum, home of the famous fossil “Lucy.” Continue to Holy Trinity Cathedral, an important historical and religious site. Overnight at hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Addis Ababa (City)
- Accommodation:
- Caravan Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Drive to Arba Minch – Rift Valley Landscapes
Drive to Arba Minch – Rift Valley Landscapes
Drive south to Arba Minch, passing through scenic Rift Valley landscapes. En route, stop at the Tiya Stelae archaeological site or visit the historic Adadi Mariam rock-hewn church. Meet the Gurage and Wolayita people along the way and enjoy spectacular views of lakes and escarpments. Overnight at hotel in Arba Minch.
- Main Destination:
- Arba Minch (City)
- Accommodation:
- Arbaminch Tourist Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Lake Chamo & Nech Sar National Park
Lake Chamo & Nech Sar National Park
In the morning, enjoy a boat excursion on Lake Chamo, known for its large crocodiles, hippos, and rich birdlife. Later, visit Nech Sar National Park for a guided walk or drive, offering stunning views and wildlife sightings, including endemic Swayne’s hartebeest, zebras, lesser kudu, dik-dik, and various bird species. Return to Arba Minch. Overnight at hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Arba Minch (City)
- Accommodation:
- Arbaminch Tourist Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Arba Minch – Konso – Turmi (Hamer Tribe)
Arba Minch – Konso – Turmi (Hamer Tribe)
Drive south toward Turmi, passing through villages of the Konso, Derase, Tsemay, and Erbore peoples. Visit a Konso village, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its stone terracing, wooden grave markers, and unique social organization. Continue to Turmi, home of the Hamer people, known for their distinctive hairstyles, jewelry, and traditions. Overnight at lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)
- Accommodation:
- Turmi Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Dasenech & Karo Tribes – Omo River
Dasenech & Karo Tribes – Omo River
In the morning, drive to the Omo River and cross to visit the Dasenech tribe, who live along the riverbanks near the Ethiopian–Kenyan border. In the afternoon, continue to visit the Karo tribe, settled on dramatic cliffs overlooking a bend of the Omo River. Admire their intricate body painting and enjoy a guided walk along the river, where you may spot fish eagles, crocodiles, and other wildlife. Overnight at lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)
- Accommodation:
- Turmi Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Turmi – Jinka via Key Afer
Turmi – Jinka via Key Afer
Drive to Jinka, stopping at Key Afer, a lively local market day (if scheduled), where different tribes gather to trade goods. Along the route, visit the Ari people, known for farming and pottery, and the Buna people. Arrive in Jinka in the afternoon and relax at your hotel. Overnight at hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)
- Accommodation:
- Nasa Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Mago National Park – Mursi Tribe – Fly to Addis Ababa
Mago National Park – Mursi Tribe – Fly to Addis Ababa
Early morning drive into Mago National Park, observing wildlife and birdlife along the way. Visit the Mursi people, famous for their traditional lip plates and strong cultural identity. In the afternoon, transfer to the airport for your domestic fly back to Addis Ababa, marking the end of the tour.
- Main Destination:
- Addis Ababa (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
