8-Day Ethiopian Highlights Tour History Nature & Culture

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

Upon arrival in Adds Abeba take connecting flight to lalibela

Tour Activities – Lalibela Connecting Flight: Take a flight from Addis Ababa to Lalibela.
Hotel Transfer and Check-in: Transfer to the hotel, check in, and enjoy lunch.
Guided Rock-Hewn Churches Tour: Explore Lalibela’s UNESCO World Heritage Site and its remarkable historic churches.
Visit Bet Medhane Alem: Discover one of the world’s largest monolithic churches, known for its impressive stone pillars and monumental architecture.
Visit Bet Maryam: Admire the church’s intricate carvings and religious significance.
Visit Bet Giyorgis (Church of St. George): See the iconic cross-shaped church carved directly into the rock.
Sunset Viewing: Enjoy panoramic views of Lalibela’s dramatic highlands from a scenic viewpoint.
Overnight Stay: Overnight in Addis Ababa or Lalibela, depending on the travel arrangements.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

Sora Lodge Lalibela

• Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Fly lalibela to Gonder

Tour Activities
Visit Lalibela’s Rock-Hewn Churches – Explore the remaining rock-hewn churches, including their courtyards, underground passages, and fascinating religious architecture.
Explore Bete Gabriel-Rufael – Discover the church’s unusual architectural design and intriguing tunnels.
Flight to Gondar via Addis Ababa – Transfer to the airport and fly to Gondar, subject to airline schedules.
Evening Walking Tour of Gondar – Walk through the historic city, experiencing its traditional architecture, local culture, and lively atmosphere.
Visit the Royal Enclosure (Exterior) – If time permits, admire the exterior of Gondar’s famous royal castles.
Traditional Ethiopian Dinner – Enjoy authentic Ethiopian cuisine and experience local culinary traditions.
Overnight Stay in Gondar – Check in to your hotel and relax for the night.
Destination: Gondar, Ethiopia Meals: Dinner Accommodation: Overnight in Gondar.

Main Destination:

Gondar (City)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

Haile Resort Gondar

• Mid-range hotel located in Gondar (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Drive from Gonder to Simien mountain

Scenic drive from Gondar to Debark – Travel through the Ethiopian highlands toward the entrance of Simien Mountains National Park.
Visit Simien Mountains National Park – Enjoy breathtaking mountain scenery, deep valleys, towering cliffs, and panoramic viewpoints.
Visit Jinbar Waterfall viewpoint – Admire the dramatic waterfall and surrounding mountain landscape.
Wildlife watching – Look for endemic gelada monkeys along the route and keep an eye out for the rare Walia ibex Scenic drive to Sankaber campsite – Continue through the spectacular mountain terrain, stopping for photographs and views along the way.
Sunset viewing – Enjoy the sunset over the Simien Mountains. Camping experience – Spend the night at Sankaber campsite under the stars, surrounded by the mountain wilderness.
Nature and bird watching – Observe the park’s highland vegetation and watch for birds of prey soaring above the cliffs.
Overnight, Sankaber campsite.

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

Activities:

• Early morning game drive (normal 4x4 vehicle), morning specialized birding (with a professional birding guide) & morning nature hike/walk

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Simien Mountains NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Full-Day Excursion from Sankaber Campsite to Chenek

Tour Activities: Sankaber Campsite to Chenek Trek
The tour focuses on hiking, wildlife watching, birdwatching, and enjoying the spectacular scenery of Simien Mountains National Park in Ethiopia.
Full-day trekking Hike from Sankaber Campsite to Chenek through the rugged landscapes of the Simien Mountains.
Scenic mountain exploration Admire dramatic mountain peaks, deep valleys, towering cliffs, and panoramic views of the Ethiopian Highlands.
Wildlife watching Look for endemic Gelada baboons, klipspringers, and rock hyraxes along the trail.
Birdwatching Observe magnificent birds, including the bearded vulture (lammergeier), thick-billed raven, and augur buzzard.
Nature photography Capture the breathtaking mountain scenery, unique wildlife, andspectacular cliffside views.
Relaxation and sightseeing at Chenek Enjoy the area's remarkable natural beauty and observe wildlife in its rugged habitat.
Return to Simien Lodge Travel back to the lodge in the late afternoon to relax.

Main Destination:

Simien Mountains National Park

Activities:

• Early morning game drive (pop-up roof minivan), morning specialized birding (with a professional birding guide) & nature hike/walk

Accommodation:

Simien Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Simien Mountains NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Drive Back to Gondar and Flight to Southern Ethiopia

Tour Activities – Simien Mountains to Turmi
Early morning departure: Leave the Simien Mountains and transfer to Gondar Airport.
Domestic flights: Fly from Gondar to Addis Ababa, then connect to a domestic flight to Jinka, subject to flight schedules and availability.
Meet your local team: Meet your private 4WD driver and local guide upon arrival in Jinka.
Scenic road transfer: Drive from Jinka to Turmi through the beautiful landscapes of the Southern Omo Valley.
Photography stops: Stop along the way to photograph the highlands, rolling hills, rural landscapes, and spectacular scenery.
Explore the Omo Valley landscapes: Enjoy the changing scenery and observe traditional rural life along the route, as time allows.
connections and road conditions.
Relaxation: Enjoy a relaxing evening at your lodge. Overnight: Turmi.

Main Destination:

Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

Emerald Lodge Turmi

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Omo Valley karo Tribe Hammer Culture

4WD Safari Adventure Travel through the Omo Valley in a 4WD vehicle, exploring scenic landscapes, expansive savannahs, and rural settlements.
Karo Cultural Visit Discover the cultural heritage of the Karo people, including their distinctive body painting, artistic traditions, and cultural practices.
Scenic Landscape Exploration Enjoy spectacular views of the Omo Valley, rugged terrain, and vast African savannahs.
Traditional Hamer Village Visit
Pastoral Traditions and Cattle Herding Learn about the importance of cattle in Hamer society and its role in their livelihoods, social relationships, and cultural traditions.
Local Market Visit (Depending on Availability) Experience a vibrant local market where neighboring communities trade livestock, agricultural products, handmade crafts, and everyday goods.
Sunset Viewing over the Omo Valley End the day by enjoying a beautiful sunset over the valley, with golden light illuminating its rugged landscapes.

Main Destination:

Omorate (Lower Omo Valley)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

Emerald Lodge Turmi

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Explore the Omo River and Visit a Dassanech Village

Tour Activities: Dassanech and Mursi Cultural Visit
The tour focuses on cultural encounters, traditional lifestyles, and the landscapes of Ethiopia’s Lower Omo Valley.
Visit a Dassanech Village
Depart early from the turmi area by 4×4 vehicle toward the Lower Omo Valley, near the Omo River and Lake Turkana region.
Observe traditional beadwork, body adornment, clothing, and cultural customs.
Learn how the Dassanech adapt to the arid environment and depend on livestock and the Omo River for their livelihoods.
Enjoy the scenic landscapes of the Lower Omo Valley.
Visit a Mursi Village
Drive back toward Jinka, stopping at a Mursi village in the surrounding region, subject to the route and access conditions.
Learn about Mursi traditions, social life, and cultural heritage.
Discover the distinctive clay lip plates worn by some Mursi women.
Observe traditional body adornment, hairstyles, and cultural practices.
Scenic Drive and Cultural Learning
Overnight Jinka.

Main Destination:

Omorate (Lower Omo Valley)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

Emerald Lodge Turmi

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Jinka addis, abeba city tour and departuer

Flight from Jinka to Addis Ababa – Farewell Dinner and Departure
Enjoy a morning flight from Jinka to Addis Ababa, subject to the confirmed flight schedule. Upon arrival, transfer to the city for lunch and some leisure time, depending on your international flight departure time.
Tour activities:
Morning flight: Fly from Jinka to Addis Ababa.
Lunch in Addis Ababa: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
City sightseeing (time permitting): Visit the National Museum of Ethiopia or explore local markets for souvenirs, depending on your available time.
Leisure time: Relax at a hotel or enjoy a short walk around the city.
Farewell dinner: Enjoy a special farewell dinner at a traditional Ethiopian restaurant, featuring local cuisine and, where available, traditional music and cultural performances.
Airport transfer: Later, transfer to Bole International Airport in time for your onward international flight.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

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.