7-Day Southern Ethiopia Cultural & Omo Valley Adventure

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

Arrival in Addis Ababa

Upon arrival at Bole International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our Ethiopian tour representative, who will assist you with your arrival and introduce you to your exciting journey throughout Ethiopia.
You will then be transferred to your hotel for check-in and some time to relax after your journey.
Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a short introductory city tour of Addis Ababa, including a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony and an opportunity to taste some of the country's delicious traditional cuisine.
This will be a wonderful introduction to Ethiopia's rich culture, traditions, and warm hospitality.
Overnight: Addis Ababa.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

Haile Grand Addis Ababa Hotel

• Luxury hotel located in Addis Ababa (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Drive to Hawassa via the Rift Valley Lakes

After breakfast, depart south towards Hawassa, enjoying scenic views of the Rift Valley lakes along the way. Stop for lunch at Lake Ziway, where you can enjoy the lakeside scenery, take photos, and explore the area with your guide.
Continue to Abijatta-Shalla National Park to discover its wildlife, including gazelles, oryx, warthogs, and other mammals, as well as thousands of flamingos, pelicans, and other bird species.
In the late afternoon, arrive in Hawassa and enjoy a sunset boat trip on Lake Hawassa, with opportunities to spot hippos and various aquatic birds.
Return to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Hawassa.

Main Destination:

Abijatta-Shalla National Park

Best Time To Go October to February (Flocks of flamingo)

High Season October to January (The park is never busy)

Best Weather

Activities:

• Afternoon boat trip

Accommodation:

Haile Resort Hawassa

• Mid-range resort located in Awasa (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Local Morning Experience, Dorze Village Visit & Drive to Arba Minch

Start your morning by visiting the local fish market and Amora Gedel Park, where you can experience the authentic daily life of the local community and enjoy the lively morning atmosphere.
After exploring the local market and park, continue your drive towards Arba Minch, with a lunch stop in Sodo town along the way.
Following lunch, proceed to the Dorze Village, located in the beautiful Gamo Highlands. Here, you will have the opportunity to discover the unique culture and traditional lifestyle of the Dorze people. Experience their warm hospitality, taste traditional local food, and learn about their fascinating way of life.
Take time to explore the village and gain insight into the community's traditional house structures, famous weaving traditions, daily activities, and cultural practices. You may also enjoy a traditional dance performance, offering a wonderful glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Dorze people.
Overnight in Arba Minch.

Main Destination:

Arba Minch (City)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

Arbaminch Tourist Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Arba Minch (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Chamo – Crocodile Ranch – Konso Cultural Landscape – Arbore Village – Turmi

Start your day by enjoying a breathtaking sunrise from your hotel, offering spectacular views of the beautiful Lake Abaya and Lake Chamo. After breakfast, surrounded by the stunning scenery, begin your journey towards the Crocodile Ranch, where you will have the opportunity to observe these fascinating reptiles up close.
Continue your drive to Konso, where you will stop for lunch and enjoy some local cuisine.
After lunch, visit the Konso Cultural Landscape, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its remarkable terraced hillsides, traditional stone-walled villages, and unique cultural heritage tour guide will provide fascinating insights into the Konso people's traditions, history, agricultural practices,
Following your visit to Konso, continue your journey towards Turmi, passing through the beautiful landscapes of southern Ethiopia. Along the way, stop at an Arbore village to discover the fascinating culture, traditional lifestyle, and customs of the Arbore people.
Overnight: Turmi.

Main Destination:

Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

Buska Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Excursion to the Nyangatom and Karo Tribes – Lower Omo Valley

After breakfast, begin your day trip from Turmi with a scenic drive to the Lower Omo Valley to visit the Nyangatom tribe, where you will have the opportunity to experience their traditional lifestyle, cultural practices, and daily activities.
Along the way, enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the Great Rift Valley, with its vast savannah grasslands, beautiful landscapes, and spectacular views. Keep your eyes open, as you may have the chance to spot wildlife along the way.
Continue your journey to visit the Karo tribe, one of the most fascinating ethnic groups in the Omo Valley, renowned for their distinctive body and facial decorations using white chalk, natural pigments, and other traditional materials.
In the late afternoon, If a traditional Hamar bull-jumping ceremony is scheduled and organized by the local community, your guide will inform you in advance, and you will have the opportunity to attend this remarkable cultural event.
After an exciting day of cultural exploration.

Main Destination:

Omorate (Lower Omo Valley)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

Buska Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Dassanech and Mursi Tribal Visit

After breakfast, begin your day with an early morning drive across the Omo Valley towards the Kenyan border to visit the Dassanech tribe, one of the most fascinating ethnic groups in southern Ethiopia.
Upon arrival, visit a Dassanech village and discover their traditional way of life, culture, customs, and daily activities. Take time to learn about their unique lifestyle and experience their local traditions.
In the late morning or early afternoon, begin your journey back towards Jinka via Key Afer. If your visit falls on a Thursdays, you may have the opportunity to explore the famous Omo Valley tribal market in Key Afer, where different ethnic groups gather to trade local products and exchange goods.
Continue your cultural exploration with a visit to the Mursi tribe, well known for the traditional lip plates worn by some women as an important cultural practice.
In the late afternoon, drive back to Jinka, where you will arrive for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Lower Omo Valley (Cultural Village)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

Jinka Resort

• Budget hotel located in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Jinka – Addis Ababa | Cultural Visit, City Tour & Farewell Dinner

Start your day with a visit to the Jinka Cultural Museum, where you will learn about the rich cultural heritage, traditions, and lifestyles of the different ethnic communities of South Omo
After the museum visit, transfer to Jinka Airport for your scheduled flight to Addis Ababa.
Upon arrival in Addis Ababa, depending on your interests and available time, we can arrange a short city tour to explore some of the capital's major attractions. Alternatively, you will be transferred to your hotel to relax and enjoy some well-deserved rest after your journey.
In the evening, enjoy a memorable farewell dinner at a traditional Ethiopian restaurant, where you will have the opportunity to experience authentic Ethiopian cuisine, accompanied by live traditional music and cultural dances.
Following dinner, you will be transferred to Bole International Airport in time for your international departure flight.
End of Tour.
We hope you leave Ethiopia with wonderful memories and unforgettable experiences.

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.