5-Day Authentic Omo Valley Culture and Tribal Heritages

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

Addis Ababa – Jinka – Turmi

Morning flight from Addis Ababa to Jinka. Upon arrival, start the Omo Valley experience with a visit to the Banna tribe, well known for their stick-walking boys. Continue to the Hamer tribe to learn about their traditions, hairstyles, and village life. Drive south to Turmi and overnight.

Main Destination:

Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Buska Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Turmi – Omorate – Hammer bull jumping ceremony

After breakfast, drive to Omorate near the Ethiopian–Kenyan border to visit the Dassanech tribe, who live along the Omo River. Learn about their pastoral lifestyle and river-based farming. Return to Turmi for lunch. In the afternoon, visit a Hamer village and, if timing allows, witness the famous bull-jumping ceremony. Overnight in Turmi.

Main Destination:

Omorate (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Buska Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Turmi – Karo Tribe – Konso cultural landscapes and people

Morning excursion to the Karo tribe, known for elaborate body painting and scenic Omo River viewpoints. After the visit, drive to Konso and explore the UNESCO-listed Konso cultural landscape, famous for stone terraces and traditional villages. Overnight in Konso.

Main Destination:

Lower Omo Valley (Cultural Village)

Accommodation:

Kanta Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Konso (Cultural Village)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Konso – Arba Minch – Dorze Village

Drive to Arba Minch in the morning. Upon arrival, enjoy a scenic boat trip on Lake Chamo, offering close views of crocodiles, hippos, and a variety of aquatic birds, including the impressive African fish eagle.
Have lunch in Arba Minch, then continue in the afternoon to visit the Dorze village, famous for its towering beehive-shaped houses, rich weaving traditions, and breathtaking panoramic views over Lakes Abaya and Chamo.
Overnight in Arba Minch.

Main Destination:

Arba Minch (City)

Accommodation:

Mora Heights Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Arba Minch (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Arba Minch – Addis Ababa City Tour

Relax in the morning before transferring to the airport for your flight back to Addis Ababa. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided city tour including major landmarks, the National Museum where the 3.2-million-year-old fossil Lucy is displayed, and visits to local markets. Continue to panoramic viewpoints overlooking the city. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a cultural restaurant, followed by transfer to the airport for international departure or onward travel.
End of Tour.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

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