5-Day South Ethiopia-Kenya Border Birding &Wildlife Tour

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

Arba Minch – Dorze Village & Highland Culture

Begin your journey with a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley, passing breathtaking landscapes and sparkling lakes. Stop at Abijatta-Shalla Lakes National Park, renowned for its wildlife and exceptional birdwatching—spot pelicans, flamingos, gazelles, and more. Continue south toward Arba Minch, enjoying the ever-changing scenery. In the afternoon, visit Dorze Village in the Guge Highlands, famous for its towering bamboo houses, traditional weaving, and the unique enset (false banana) culture. Immerse yourself in local life and admire the stunning highland views.

Overnight: Arba Minch Lodge/Hotel.

Main Destination:

Lake Chamo (Ethiopia)

Accommodation:

Mora Heights Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Arba Minch (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Lake Chamo & Konso – Wildlife and Cultural Treasures

Start the day with a boat trip on Lake Chamo, spotting giant Nile crocodiles, hippos, pelicans, and fish eagles. Continue to Konso, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to explore its famous stone terraces, waga statues, and rich cultural traditions. In the afternoon, drive through semi-arid lowlands to Turmi, home of the Hamer people, and experience an evening cultural event in the village.

Overnight: Turmi Lodge/Hotel.

Main Destination:

Konso (Cultural Village, Ethiopia)

Accommodation:

Emerald Lodge Turmi

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

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Karo & Dassanech – Omo River Adventures

Turmi → Karo → Omorate → Turmi

Early morning, drive to Karo village on the Omo River banks, famous for striking body painting and stunning riverside scenery. Return to Turmi for lunch, then head to Omorate near the Kenya border. Cross the Omo River by canoe to visit the Dassanech people, known for their unique river-based traditions and intricate body scarification. Optional: attend a Hamer bull-jumping ceremony or enjoy an evening village walk to experience daily life and culture.

Overnight: Turmi Lodge/Hotel.

Main Destination:

Turmi (Lower Omo Valley, Ethiopia)

Accommodation:

Emerald Lodge Turmi

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Hamer Markets & Borena Highlands

Turmi → Konso → Yabello

In the morning, immerse yourself in Hamer culture with a market visit (Monday in Turmi or Tuesday/Saturday in Dimeka). Drive to Konso, stopping at traditional villages to explore UNESCO-listed terracing and iconic waga statues. Continue to Yabello in the Borena region for optional light hiking or relaxing at the lodge while enjoying the scenic highlands.

Overnight: Yabello Lodge.

Main Destination:

Yabello Wildlife Sanctuary (Wildlife Sanctuary, Ethiopia)

Accommodation:

Yabello Motel

• Budget hotel located near Yabello WS (Wildlife Sanctuary)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Borena Plains & Moyale – Journey to the Kenya Border

Yabello → Moyale (Kenya Border)

Depart early, traveling south through the Borena Oromo region, with optional stop at El Sod Crater (“House of Salt”), a volcanic crater featuring a stunning black salt lake. Continue to Moyale on the Ethiopian side for a seamless border crossing into Kenya, marking the conclusion of your unforgettable 5-day journey through South Ethiopia.

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Main Destination:

Moyale (Town, Kenya)

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.