7-Day Omo Valley Cultural Safari Southern Ethiopia Tour

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

Addis Ababa – Hawassa | Rift Valley Lakes & Birdwatching

Addis Ababa – Hawassa | Rift Valley Lakes & Birdwatching

Begin your Southern Ethiopia cultural safari with a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley. Stop for lunch at Ziway while enjoying views of Lake Ziway and its abundant birdlife. Continue to Abijata-Shalla National Park, home to spectacular Rift Valley landscapes, flamingos, pelicans, ostriches, gazelles, warthogs, and numerous waterbirds. In the afternoon, visit Amora Gedel Park in Hawassa, overlooking Lake Hawassa and famous for Colobus monkeys, panoramic viewpoints, and excellent birdwatching opportunities.

Overnight at Haile Resort Hawassa.

Main Destination:

Awasa (City)

Accommodation:

Haile Resort Hawassa

• Mid-range resort located in Awasa (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Hawassa – Arba Minch | Fish Market & Dorze Village

Hawassa – Arba Minch | Fish Market & Dorze Village

Start the morning at the lively Hawassa Fish Market, where local fishermen land their daily catch while pelicans, marabou storks, and African fish eagles gather along the lakeshore. Continue south through beautiful Rift Valley scenery to the highland Dorze Village, renowned for its unique elephant-shaped bamboo houses, traditional weaving, and vibrant culture. Meet the Dorze people, learn about their daily life, and taste the local enset bread. Continue to Arba Minch for an overnight stay 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:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Arba Minch – Konso – Turmi | UNESCO Heritage & Omo Valley

Arba Minch – Konso – Turmi | world Heritage & Omo Valley

Drive to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Konso Cultural Landscape, famous for its impressive stone terraces, ancient walled villages, and rich cultural traditions. After lunch at Kanta Lodge, continue into Ethiopia's spectacular Omo Valley. Along the way, visit the Tsemay Tribe, known for their pastoral lifestyle, and the colorful Bena Tribe, where young stick-carrying boys herd cattle across the savannah. Arrive in Turmi, the cultural heart of Hamer country.

Overnight at Buska Lodge or similar.

Main Destination:

Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Buska Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Turmi – Kangate – Karo – Turmi | Tribal Cultures

Turmi – Kangate – Karo – Turmi | Tribal Cultures

Travel to Kangate to visit the Nyangatom (Bume) Tribe, skilled pastoralists living near the South Sudan border. Continue to the Omo River to meet the remarkable Karo Tribe, internationally famous for their elaborate white chalk body painting, face decorations, and riverside villages overlooking the Omo River. If your visit coincides with local traditions, witness the spectacular Hamer Bull Jumping Ceremony, one of Ethiopia's most celebrated cultural events marking the transition into adulthood.
Overnight at Buska Lodge.

Main Destination:

Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Buska Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Turmi – Omorate – Erbore – Turmi | Omo River Tribes

Turmi – Omorate – Erbore – Turmi | Omo River Tribes

Drive to Omorate and cross the Omo River by traditional wooden canoe to visit the Dassanech Tribe, whose resilient lifestyle thrives along the riverbanks despite the harsh environment. Return to Turmi for lunch before visiting the Erbore Tribe, known for their colorful beadwork, body decorations, and peaceful pastoral traditions. On the return journey, stop to meet members of the Hamer Tribe, admired for their beautiful hairstyles, traditional attire, and vibrant community life.

Overnight at Buska Lodge.

Main Destination:

Omorate (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Buska Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Turmi – Mago National Park – Jinka | Mursi Tribe

Turmi – Mago National Park – Jinka | Mursi Tribe

After breakfast, drive through Mago National Park, one of Ethiopia's most important wildlife and cultural conservation areas. Visit the iconic Mursi Tribe, globally recognized for the women's traditional clay lip plates, striking body art, and unique cultural identity. Continue to Jinka for lunch and hotel check-in. In the afternoon, visit the Aari (Ari) Tribe, the largest ethnic group in the region, known for their farming traditions, colorful markets, pottery, blacksmithing, and warm hospitality.

Overnight at Nasa Hotel, Jinka.

Main Destination:

Mago National Park

Best Time To Go June to February (Little rainfall)

High Season October to January (It might be busier)

Best Weather

Accommodation:

Nasa Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Jinka – Addis Ababa | City Tour & Farewell Dinner

Jinka – Addis Ababa | City Tour & Farewell Dinner

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Addis Ababa. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided Addis Ababa city tour, visiting the National Museum of Ethiopia, home of the famous fossil "Lucy," the historic Holy Trinity Cathedral, and panoramic Entoto Mountain, offering breathtaking views over the capital. In the evening, celebrate your Ethiopian adventure with a traditional farewell dinner at Yod Abyssinia Cultural Restaurant, featuring authentic cuisine, music, and cultural performances before your airport or hotel transfer.
The end of cultural and tribal expedition.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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