7 Days Private Tour to Omo Valley Cultural and Addis Ababa

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival of Addis Ababa and sightseeing
4 stops
1
National Museum of Ethiopia
The museum houses Ethiopia's artistic treasures. It contains many precious local archaeological finds such as the fossilized remains of early hominids, the most famous of which is "Lucy," the partial skeleton of a specimen of Australopithecus afarensis.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
2
Mount Entoto
The panoramic view of Addis Ababa The peak is the highest on this mountain and overlooks the capital city. Legend has it that it is from here that Emperor Menelik II and his wife Empress Taitu saw Addis Ababa for the first time and decided to make it the capital of the country. The mountain offers a fantastic view of the capital city nestled in its foothills.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
3
St. George's Cathedral
Located at the northern end of Churchill Road, the St. George Orthodox cathedral is notable for its unique octagonal structure. Designed by Sebastiano Castagna and constructed by Italian prisoners of war who were defeated at Adwa in 1896, it was given the name St. George since the church's ark was brought to the battle of Adwa, where the Ethiopians prevailed over the Italians. The cathedral was destroyed by the Italian Fascist authorities in 1937, but the Emperor rebuilt it once the building was freed in 1941.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included
4
The biggest open market In Africa. Spread out across many square miles, Mercato is home to over 7,000 enterprises and an estimated 15,000 people, making it the biggest open-air market in Africa. Coffee, building materials, clothes, vegetables, spiacess  and other locally grown agricultural items make up the bulk of the Mercato's merchandise, but there is also a fascinating and colorful re-cycle market that you may explore on foot with a guide.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Addis Ababa - Arbaminch
2 stops
5
Arba Minch
Experience the natural beauty of Arbaminch with a one-hour tour of its famous 40 Springs. Begin at the scenic viewpoint to enjoy splendid views of the lush greenery and the vibrant waters, while a guide shares insights about the springs' importance and local legends. Stroll along the shaded pathways, take in the refreshing ambiance, and marvel at the unique flora and fauna. This brief excursion offers a delightful escape into nature, perfect for those seeking a quick yet enriching experience.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
6
Dorze Village
an hour drive uphill to Chencha to visit the Dorze, one of the many small segments of the great Omotic language group of southern Ethiopia. Once warriors, they have now turned to farming and weaving to earn a living. Their success in the field of weaving has been phenomenal and the Dorze name is synonymous with the best in woven cotton cloth. Each amazing Dorze bamboo house has its own small garden surrounded by enset (false banana plantation), beds of spices and cabbage, and tobacco (the Dorze are passionate smokers). The main house is a tall up to twelve meters bee-hived shaped building with an aristocratic ‘nose’, which forms a reception room for guests and is usually furnished with two benches. The vaulted ceiling and walls of the spacious and airy houses are covered with an elegant thatch of enset to form a smooth and steep unbroken dome
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Arbaminch - Konso - Turmi
2 stops
7
Konso
on the way to Turmi visit Konso (one of the World Heritage sites in Ethiopia). Konso is known for its stone wall villages and Cultural landscape particularly recognized for their communal sustainable work of terrace system registered by UNESCO
3 hours • Admission ticket free
8
Turmi
Afterwards, drive Jinka to Turmi, home of the Hamer people. The Hamer are a renowned Tribe of Omo Valley, particularly for their Women’s Striking hairstyles, and having the friendliest Tribe in Omo Valley, Ethiopia.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Excursion to Desanch ( Omo River )
2 stops
9
Dasenech Village
The Dassanech or Dasenech, also known as Geleb, are an indigenous Cushitic-speaking ethnic group residing in Ethiopia and Kenya. They have traditionally inhabited the southern region of the Omo Valley, specifically the Omorate District, which is in close proximity to the border between Ethiopia and Kenya. The population of the Dassanech community currently stands at 47,440 individuals.
4 hours • Admission ticket included
10
Dimeka Town
You will visit one of the Turmi villages today to learn about and experience their way of life, housing, music, coffee, and more; if it is Saturday, market day, you will also visit Dimeka.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Turmi - Karo - Jinka
1 stop
11
The Kara people of the Lower Omo River region use elaborate headdresses, body scarification, and body painting as forms of self-expression and cultural value in their ceremonies, which are steeped in rich cultural symbolism. In the southern Ethiopian region known as the Lower Omo Valley, there is a vibrant agriculturalist tribe that numbers fewer than a thousand people. Their environment may be lacking in advanced materials and natural resources, but it doesn't stop them from wanting to express themselves artistically and symbolically in unique ways
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Jinka -Mago national Park - Ari village
2 stops
12
Mago National Park
Visit the Mursi settlement during a day trip to Mago National Park. One of Ethiopia's more unusual ethnic groupings is the Mursi. Their dwellings are composed of straw leaves and are quite low. The women like to adorn their earlobes and dramatically expanded lower lips with terracotta.
4 hours • Admission ticket included
13
Jinka
the Ari, who constitute the most populous group in the middle Omo Valley. Women who wear skirts made from Enset, a tree resembling a banana, are pottery experts.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 7
Jinka To Addis Ababa + International Departure
1 stop
14
Addis Ababa
After that, you'll be taken to Jinka Airport in preparation for your Addis Ababa trip. Attend a folkloric supper in the evening to witness the dances of Ethiopia's numerous ethnic groups and to sample a variety of traditional dishes. There will also be the customary coffee ceremony. You will be taken to the airport later to make your departure.
8 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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