9-Day Discover Ethiopia- a Cultural and Natural Odyssey

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

Arrival in Addis Ababa – City of Culture & Heritage

Warm Welcome: Upon arrival at Bole International Airport, you’ll be greeted and transferred to your hotel for check-in.

National Museum Visit: Explore the renowned National Museum, home to the 3.2-million-year-old fossil Lucy, along with ancient artifacts and treasures of Ethiopian history.

Panoramic City Tour: Drive through the vibrant streets of Addis Ababa, passing historical monuments and bustling neighborhoods.

Mercato Exploration: Visit Merkato, Africa’s largest open-air market, where colors, sounds, and aromas bring the city’s daily life alive.

Evening at Leisure: Relax at your hotel or enjoy an optional cultural dinner with traditional music and dance performances.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

The Grand Palace Suites-Hotel

• Luxury hotel located in Addis Ababa (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Flight from Addis Ababa to Jinka – Scenic Flight & Colorful Markets

Accommodation: Lodge in Turmi

Activities:

Morning Flight: Enjoy a scenic flight from Addis Ababa to Jinka, offering stunning aerial views of Ethiopia’s diverse landscapes.

Keyafer Market (Thursday): Stroll through the bustling weekly market, where locals gather to trade goods, food, and handmade items.

Alduba Market (Tuesday): If your trip falls on a Tuesday, experience Alduba’s vibrant market filled with traditional crafts and fresh produce.

Drive to Turmi: Travel onward to Turmi, passing through picturesque valleys and rural villages along the way.

Evening Relaxation: Settle into your lodge and enjoy a peaceful evening surrounded by nature.

Main Destination:

Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)

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

Excursion from Turmi – Riverside Villages & Scenic Landscapes

Accommodation: Lodge in Turmi

Activities:

Morning Adventure: Take a short drive toward the Omo River and cross by local boat to reach traditional riverside settlements.

Cultural Encounters: Discover unique ways of life along the river, observing daily activities, traditional housing, and connections to the land.

Lunch in Turmi: Return to Turmi for a relaxing lunch at your lodge or a local restaurant.

Afternoon Exploration: Head to the banks of the Omo for sweeping views, or visit a lively weekly market (Monday in Turmi or Saturday in Dimeka) where surrounding communities gather.

Optional Evening Experience: If available, witness a traditional celebration or social gathering, offering insight into local customs.

Overnight Stay: Relax at your lodge after a day filled with scenic and cultural highlights.

Main Destination:

Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Emerald Lodge Turmi

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

From Turmi to Arbaminch – Konso Terraces & Scenic Drive

Accommodation: Mora Hotel, Arbaminch

Activities:

Morning Departure: Leave Turmi and enjoy a scenic drive toward Arbaminch, passing through rolling hills, small villages, and picturesque landscapes.

Konso Terraces Visit: Explore the UNESCO-listed Konso villages, renowned for their terraced farmlands, stone enclosures, and distinctive cultural architecture.

Cultural Insights: Learn about local agricultural practices and the history of the region.

Arrival in Arbaminch: Continue to Arbaminch and check in at your hotel or resort.

Main Destination:

Konso (Cultural Village)

Accommodation:

Mora Heights Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Arba Minch (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Drive from Arbaminch to Addis Ababa – Lake Chamo, Forty Springs & Dorze

Accommodation: Comfortable hotel in Addis Ababa

Activities:

Morning Boat Trip: Enjoy a peaceful boat ride on Lake Chamo, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and various bird species in their natural habitat.

Forty Springs Visit: Explore the scenic Forty Springs area, taking a gentle walk through its lush, serene environment.

Dorze Village Exploration: Visit Dorze Village to admire the distinctive beehive-shaped huts and traditional weaving techniques.

Drive to Addis Ababa: Continue the journey back to Addis Ababa, enjoying scenic landscapes along the way.

Main Destination:

Lake Chamo

Accommodation:

The Grand Palace Suites-Hotel

• Luxury hotel located in Addis Ababa (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Flight from Addis Ababa to Danakil Depression – Erta Ale Volcano Adventure

Accommodation: Camping at Erta Ale

Activities:

Morning Flight: Take a domestic flight from Addis Ababa to Mekele or Semera to start your journey toward the Danakil Depression.

Scenic Drive: Travel through dramatic desert landscapes and volcanic terrain, witnessing Ethiopia’s otherworldly scenery.

Erta Ale Volcano: Reach Erta Ale, one of the few active lava lakes in the world, and marvel at the glowing lava formations as the sun sets.

Overnight Camping: Spend the night at the campsite near Erta Ale, enjoying the remote and spectacular surroundings.

Main Destination:

Danakil Depression (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

From Danakil Depression Drive to Mekele then Flight to Addis Ababa – Sulfur Formations & Salt Flats

Accommodation: Hotel in Addis Ababa

Activities:

Early Morning Exploration: Witness the stunning sunrise over the colorful sulfur formations in the Danakil Depression.

Salt Flats Visit: Explore the vast salt flats and unique mineral landscapes, taking in the otherworldly scenery.

Drive to Mekele: After the morning excursion, drive from the Danakil Depression to Mekele.

Flight to Addis Ababa: Catch an afternoon or evening flight from Mekele to Addis Ababa.

Overnight Stay: Check in to your hotel in Addis Ababa and relax after a day of extraordinary natural sights.

Main Destination:

Danakil Depression (Highlight)

Accommodation:

The Grand Palace Suites-Hotel

• Luxury hotel located in Addis Ababa (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Flight from Addis Ababa to Lalibela – Rock-Hewn Churches Exploration

Accommodation: Hotel in Lalibela

Activities:

Morning Flight: Fly from Addis Ababa to Lalibela, famous for its incredible rock-hewn churches, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

First Group of Churches: Explore the first cluster of churches, marveling at their architectural brilliance carved directly into the rock.

Cultural Insights: Learn about the history, religious significance, and traditions associated with these ancient structures.

Evening at Leisure: Check in to your hotel and relax after a day of extraordinary cultural and historical exploration.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

Accommodation:

Tabor Hotel Lalibela

• Mid-range hotel located in Lalibela (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Lalibela to Addis Ababa – Rock-Hewn Churches & Departure

Accommodation: N/A (Departure)

Activities:

Morning Exploration: Visit the second group of Lalibela’s remarkable rock-hewn churches, further experiencing the architectural ingenuity and spiritual atmosphere of this UNESCO World Heritage site.

Midday Flight: Fly back to Addis Ababa.

Last-Minute Experiences: Enjoy some final shopping or a cultural experience in the capital before your evening international flight home.

Departure: Connect with your international flight and conclude your unforgettable Ethiopian journey.

Main Destination:

Lalibela (Town)

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.