13-Day Lalibela, Gonder, Simien, Omovalley & Danakil Tour

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

Arrival in Addis Ababa & City Tour

Upon arrival at Bole International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your guide and transferred to your hotel. Later, begin a guided city tour of Ethiopia’s vibrant capital. Highlights include the National Museum (home of the famous hominid “Lucy”), the Ethnological Museum, Holy Trinity Cathedral, and a panoramic viewpoint of the city. You will also explore the bustling Mercato, one of Africa’s largest open-air markets, offering insight into local daily life.
Overnight at your hotel in Addis Ababa.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Sun View Addis 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)

Fly to Lalibela | Explore the Rock-Hewn Churches

This morning, fly to Lalibela, Ethiopia’s spiritual heart and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival, begin exploring the remarkable 12th-century rock-hewn churches, carved entirely from single blocks of stone. Visits include Bet Medhane Alem, Bet Maryam, Bet Golgotha, and other churches of the first cluster. Learn about the history, symbolism, and religious significance of these architectural masterpieces.
Overnight in Lalibela.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Tabor Hotel Lalibela

• Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Morning Visit in Lalibela | Fly to Gondar

Continue exploring Lalibela in the morning, including the second cluster of churches such as Bet Giyorgis (St. George’s Church), the most iconic of them all. After lunch, transfer to the airport for your flight to Gondar, once the imperial capital of Ethiopia. Upon arrival, visit the Royal Enclosure (Fasil Ghebbi), a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring medieval castles and palaces. Continue to Debre Birhan Selassie Church, renowned for its beautiful ceiling of angel faces.
Overnight in Gondar.

Main Destination:

Gondar (City)

Accommodation:

AG Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Gondar (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

DayTrip to Simien Mountains National Park

Today you will take a full-day excursion to Simien Mountains National Park, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy breathtaking landscapes of deep valleys, jagged peaks, and dramatic escarpments. Short walks allow opportunities to spot endemic wildlife such as gelada baboons, bushbucks, and various bird species. After enjoying the scenery and fresh mountain air, return to Gondar in the late afternoon.
Overnight in Gondar.

Main Destination:

Simien Mountains National Park

Best Time To Visit September to December (Beautiful scenery)

High Season October to April (Lodges are busy)

Best Weather October to April

Wildlife in Simien Mountains NP

Gelada Monkey Abundant

Walia Ibex Occasional

Ethiopian Wolf Rare

Klipspringer Rare

Bushbuck Rare

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Golden Jackal Rare

Hyena Rare

Accommodation:

AG Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located 2-3hr drive from Simien Mountains NP

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Fly Gondar – Addis Ababa – Arba Minch | Dorze Village Visit

Fly back to Addis Ababa and connect with your flight to Arba Minch, the gateway to southern Ethiopia. In the afternoon, drive to the Dorze villages, famous for their towering bamboo houses and traditional weaving techniques. Learn about the Dorze people’s lifestyle, agriculture, and cotton production.
Overnight in Arba Minch.

Main Destination:

Arba Minch (City)

Accommodation:

Wubete Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Arba Minch (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Visit Konso & Hamer Villages | Drive to Turmi

Depart Arba Minch for the Konso cultural area, a UNESCO-listed landscape known for its terraced hillsides and wooden grave markers (waka). Continue south into the Omo Valley to visit the Hamer people, renowned for their distinctive hairstyles, body adornments, and rich traditions. Proceed to Turmi, the heartland of the Hamer culture.
Overnight in Turmi.

Main Destination:

Turmi (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)

Explore Dassanech & Karo Peoples

Today’s exploration includes visits to the Dassanech people near the Omo River, who rely on flood-retreat agriculture, fishing, and pastoralism. Later, visit the Karo tribe, known for their elaborate body painting and scenic riverside villages. Enjoy cultural interactions and photography opportunities.
Overnight in Turmi.

Main Destination:

Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Emerald Lodge Turmi

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Visit Local Market & Mursi People | Drive to Jinka

In the morning, visit a local tribal market (depending on market day), where various ethnic groups gather to trade goods and livestock. Continue to Mago National Park to visit the Mursi people, famous for their lip plates and strong cultural identity. After the visit, drive to Jinka, the administrative center of the South Omo Zone.
Overnight in Jinka.

Main Destination:

Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Nasa Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Fly Back to Addis Ababa

Fly from Jinka back to Addis Ababa.
At the morning after breakfast, depend on your flight time, you can visit the market at jinka and later Fly back to Addis Ababa, In this day, you can rest and have leisure for relaxation, shopping, or optional cultural activities. In the evening, you may enjoy a traditional Ethiopian dinner with music and dance.
Overnight in Addis Ababa.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

Sun View Addis Hotel

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Fly to Semera | Drive to Danakil Depression

Early morning flight to Semera, followed by a 4WD drive into the Danakil Depression—one of the hottest and lowest places on Earth. Travel across volcanic landscapes, salt flats, and desert terrain to reach the camping area. Enjoy sunset views over the surreal environment.
Overnight camping under the stars.

Main Destination:

Danakil Depression (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Explore Dallol & Erta Ale Volcano

Visit Dallol, a unique geological wonder featuring colorful sulfur pools, salt formations, and acidic hot springs. Continue to Lake Assale (salt lake) to observe traditional salt mining. In the evening, hike to the summit of Erta Ale volcano to witness its active lava lake, a truly unforgettable natural spectacle.
Overnight camping.

Main Destination:

Danakil Depression (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Visit Salt Mountains | Drive to Mekelle | Fly to Addis Ababa

Visit Salt Mountains | Drive to Mekelle | Fly to Addis Ababa

In the morning, visit the salt mountains and observe Afar salt caravans transporting salt by camel. Drive to Mekelle and catch your flight back to Addis Ababa. Enjoy a farewell evening in the capital.
Overnight in Addis Ababa.

Main Destination:

Danakil Depression (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Sun View Addis Hotel

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Departure

This day is your final day of the trip and depend on your flight time, you can go out for shopping in Addis Ababa and then,
Transfer to Bole International Airport for your international departure, marking the end of an extraordinary journey through Ethiopia.

Main Destination:

No major destination visited

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.