Essence Ethiopia Tours

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$3,190 pp (USD)

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*This tour does not accept children under 5.
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A 14-day cultural South Ethiopia trip offers deep dives into diverse tribal life, particularly in the Omo Valley (Hamar, Karo, Mursi), exploring unique customs like body painting and rituals, while also experiencing Rift Valley lakes (Chamo, Abaya), stunning landscapes, and vibrant markets, all usually starting and ending in Addis Ababa with visits to its museums and history, balancing natural beauty with rich anthropological encounters.

Route

Ethiopia
Start Addis Ababa (Day 1)
Day 2-3 Arba Minch (City)
Day 4-5 Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)
Day 6-7 Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)
Day 8-9 Yabello WS (Wildlife Sanctuary)
Day 10 Yirga Alem (Town)
Day 11-12 Bale Mountains NP
Day 13 Lake Langano
End Addis Ababa (Day 14)

Tour Features

Budget tour

This budget tour includes camping and lodges.

Shared tour

On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 4 people per vehicle.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be customized

You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.

Suitable for single travelers

Single travelers can join this group tour.

5

Minimum age of 5 years

The minimum age for this tour is 5 years.

Activities & Transportation

  • Getting around: minivan & normal 4x4 vehicle
  • Book your own international flights when using this operator help
  • A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Accommodation & Meals

  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
  • Day
    Accommodation
    Meals
  • 1
    Sun View Addis Hotel Mid-range hotel in Addis Ababa (City) – All Meals Included
    All Meals Included
  • 2-3
    Wubete Hotel Budget hotel in Arba Minch (City) – All Meals Included
    All Meals Included
  • 4-5
    Nasa Hotel Budget hotel in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley) – All Meals Included
    All Meals Included
  • 6-7
    Emerald Lodge Turmi Mid-range lodge in Turmi (Lower Omo Valley) – All Meals Included
    All Meals Included
  • 8-9
    Yabello Motel Budget hotel near Yabello WS (Wildlife Sanctuary) – All Meals Included
    All Meals Included
  • 10
    Aregash Lodge Mid-range lodge in Yirga Alem (Town) – All Meals Included
    All Meals Included
  • 11-12
    Budget camping Inside Bale Mountains NP – All Meals Included
    All Meals Included
  • 13
    Lewi Resort Hawassa Mid-range resort in Awasa (City) – All Meals Included
    All Meals Included
  • 14
    End of tour
    (No accommodation) – All Meals Included
    All Meals Included

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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Essence Ethiopia Tours, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Essence Ethiopia Tours.