Omo Valley 5 Day Tour

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5 days (approximately)
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Offered in: English

Embark on an extraordinary journey through Ethiopia's diverse cultural tapestry on our immersive tour. Guests will have the unique opportunity to engage deeply with Ethiopia's indigenous communities, starting with firsthand experiences of the Dorze tribe's weaving culture. The journey continues with visits to Konso village, providing insights into ancient traditions, followed by an exploration of Mago National Park to meet the Mursi tribe, known for their unique customs. Crossing the Omo River by boat leads to encounters with the Dasenech people and their distinctive body scarification practices. The tour culminates in Murulle, the village of the Karo people, where guests can witness traditional ceremonies and gain a profound understanding of this fascinating culture. This tour promises an enriching blend of cultural discovery, authentic encounters, and unforgettable experiences across Ethiopia's remarkable landscape.

What's Included

All Fees and Taxes
Local guides and Scout where needed
4 nights accommodation for the duration of your stay on the trip / land tour.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast (Optional[5])
Breakfast
We can accommodate dietary restrictions
If we get you involved miscellaneous adventure activities requiring specific gear or equipment, we will try our best to accommodate you in making this possible at our cost.
Personal expenses and tips

Meeting and pickup

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Itinerary

Duration: 5 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Day 1: Transfer to the airport and fly to Arbaminch for pick up

    1 stop
  • 1

    Transfer to the airport and fly to Arbaminch. On arrival meet your driver and head to Chencha to visit the Dorze people who are known for their weaving culture which is reflected in their beautiful cotton clothes, fences, and beehive shaped bamboo huts. We are sure that you will be able to immerse yourself fully into the tribal culture of Ethiopia here.

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Day 2 - Drive to Jinka

    1 stop
  • 2
    Jinka

    After early breakfast, drive Konso village (UNESCO site) to visit the Konso people and their terrace. Further drive to Mago National Park and visit the Mursi tribe. They are renowned for the strange custom followed by their women who on reaching maturity, have their lower lips slit and circular disks inserted. In the afternoon, if time allows, we will make an excursion to the interesting Ari village to experience their culture and way of life demonstrated by members of the village.

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Day 3: Drive to Turmi

    1 stop
  • 3
    Turmi

    After breakfast, drive to Turmi- the settlement of the Hamer tribe. If the day is Saturday or Tuesday or Thursday, we will visit the local tribal market along the path. The rest of the day, visit the Hamer village. The women of the Hamer are known particularly for their striking, adorned with thick plaits of ochre-colored hair hanging down in a heavy fringe, leather skirts decorated with cowries, a dozen or more copper bracelets fixed tightly around their arms. Here, the men are noted for the initiation ceremony of jumping over the Bulls. Catching this interesting ritual is entirely a matter of chance.

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Day 4: Turmi

    1 stop
  • 4

    In the morning from the town, you will make an excursion trip to Murulle – the village of Karo people, who are the tribe with the least in terms of number of members, and known for their body paintings they indulge in before important ceremonies. The most striking thing about Karo people’s symbolic and ornamental expressions is the painted body and face decorations. In the afternoon, make an excursion trip to Omorate, cross the Omo River by boat, to visit the Dasenech people who are known for their body scarification.

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 5

    Day 5: Drive to Arbaminch and fly back to Addis Ababa

    1 stop
  • 5
    Arba Minch Town

    After early breakfast, we will head to Arbaminch to take the flight back to Addis Ababa. On arrival in Addis Ababa, make your way to your place.

    12 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegen, gluten-free and so on
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