Tour Overview
The Omo Valley is home to many of the most of the well preserved tribal groups in Africa. Ethiopia is renowned for its fascinating tribal peoples who continue to follow ancient and traditional lifestyles, each with their own rich culture, customs, religious beliefs and body decoration. You will observe many tribes with different traditions and ways of life who have preserved intact their culture and old customs. Capture rich memories in Omo Valley. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival to Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Location: National MUSEUM, Addis Ababa, Ethnological Museum
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Damaat Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Clients will be greeted upon arrival to Bole International Airport, regardless of arrival time and transferred to your hotel Located in the center of the country. Addis Ababa is Ethiopia’s geographic, political and cultural hub. Addis is distinct from many other African capitals because it was not developed under colonial rule. One of its best-known sites is the National Museum of Ethiopia, which houses the remains of “Lucy,” a bipedal hominid who lived 3.2 million years ago and was discovered in 1974.
If you arrive early perhaps take a tour of this bustling city, Established by the Emperor Menelik II in 1887. The optional city tour will include the National Museum, where you’ll find the famous remains of 'Lucy’, and the Ethnographic Museum set within the beautiful gardens of Haile Selassie’s former palace. We gather for a welcome dinner with our fellow travellers this evening. ...more ...less
Day 2 : Flight to Arbaminch
Location: Villaggio Dorze, Arba Minch
Accommodation: Hotel, Resort
Accommodation Name: Haile Risort or Similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After a leisurely breakfast, transfer to Addis Ababa airport for a flight to Arba Minch. Then it's onto Dorze in a private vehicle, visit some of the Dorze people in the Guge Mountains. Dorze is an ethnic group known particularly for their expert weaving and beehive-shaped bamboo houses. If the base becomes infested with termites, the entire house can be lifted and moved to another location.
Overnight Haile Resort or similar
Day 3 : Drive to Jinka
Location: Chamo Lake, Jinka, Omo Valley Tribes, Jinka Town
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Eco Omo Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, we will take a boat trip on Lake Chamo and view some of the largest crocodiles in the world sunning on the banks of the lake. Hippopotami and birdlife are also abundant.
En route to Jinka we will be visiting various ethnic groups, such as the Gamo and Derashe. Stop at Key Afar's weekly market (if on a Thursday) and wander among the various tribes such as the Benna and Ari that have gathered to barter their goods.
Overnight Eco Omo Lodge or Similar
Day 4 : Jinka – Mago National Park
Location: Mago National Park, Omo Valley Tribes
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Eco Omo Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
An early drive into the vast wilderness of Mago National Park. Founded in 1960, this national park houses nearly 100 mammal species and 300 bird species within its dense acacia forests and open savannah lands. Next set out to visit a Mursi village. The women are known for the clay plates they insert into their lower lips. Return to Jinka to visit an ethnographic museum dedicated to the tribes speaking South Omotic languages. Jinka is a lively trading hub and known as a capital of sorts for the range of ethnic groups that call this region home.
Overnight Eco Omo Lodge or Similar
Day 5 : Drive to Turmi
Location: ሀመር።, Dimeka Market, Turmi, Omo Valley Tribes
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Buska Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Turmi to visit the Hamer people who are well known for the scarring of their bodies, using clay to shape their hairstyles, and the unique practice of "bull-jumping" which every young man must accomplish prior to marriage. En route to Turmi, visit the Benna and Ari people.
Overnight at the cheerful, well-designed Buska Lodge or similar
Day 6 : Omorate Excursion
Location: Omorate Town, ደሴኔክ ፡፡, Omorate
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Buska Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
In the morning, you will have an excursion trip to Murrulle the village of Karo people who are the least in number and known for their body painting they indulge before important ceremonies then after we headed to Omorate enjoy interactions with the Geleb (Dassenech), pastoralists who celebrate a woman's upcoming marriage with a long, drawn out ceremony where the entire tribe is invited to dress up in their finest clothing,dance and feast on slaughtered cattle. Return for Overnight at the cheerful, well-designed Buska Lodge or similar
Day 7 : Turmi to Konso
Location: Konso Cultural Landscape, Konso, Kanta Lodge, Konso
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Kanta Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Konso, a recently designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. A highland people, for its terraced hillsides and intricately carved totems, which locals use to decorate graves. This destination is a spectacular example of living cultural tradition that stretches back over 400 years.
Day 8 : Konso - Hawassa
Location: Awassa, Awassa
Accommodation: Resort
Accommodation Name: Haile Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to the lakeside town of Hawassa. Rest and relaxation at one of Hawassa’s fine resorts.
Overnight Haile Hotel or similar
Day 9 : Hawassa to Addis Abeba
Location: Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit the Hawassa fish market in the morning. Drive to Addis Ababa making stops at the Rift Valley Lakes. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a traditional Ethiopian restaurant featuring dancers and musicians representing some of the country's many ethnic groups. Transfer to airport for your international flight.
What's Included
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
2 Bottles Of mineral water
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Accommodation
Clean and comfortable accommodations
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Airport Transfers at Destination
All in and out airport transfers
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
All domestic flights
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Drinks with Meals
Water with meals
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Entrance Fees
All entrances
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
Free WI-FI available
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Fully Guided
Professional and local guides
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Local Taxes
All government taxes
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Meals – Full Board
All meals are included
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Country Entry Visas
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International Travel
Check out our Q&As
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What currencies are required for this tour?
Us Dollar, Euro, Pound
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Free Wi-fi availabe in the hotels
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes in and out airport transfer is included
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Do I need a visa?
Yes, you do need a visa to travel to Ethiopia. Tourist visas (available for one or three months, single entry) are available upon arrival at Bole International Airport in Addis Ababa. Tourist visas are available in the following link. Please note there are other websites that are not official and may charge extra fee for issuing tourist visas to Ethiopia. Electronic visas are available for tourists from most of European countries as well as the USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Kenya, Japan, Korea, India, China and Russia. Applications can be made online at www.evisa.gov.et. Please note the following is required: Arrival information Personal details A passport size photo A copy of your scanned passport (passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date you intend to travel to Ethiopia.) Non-refundable payment fee (MasterCard, Visa and American Express are accepted) It is also possible to obtain a business visa of up to three months validity upon arrival with the prior arrangements made by the sponsoring organisation in Ethiopia. The visa extension fees are currently $100 for a one month extension (first time), $150 for a fifteen days extension (second time) and $200 for a 10 days extension (third time). If the traveller’s visa expires before their departure, they will be required to obtain a visa extension at the Immigration Office in Addis Ababa. There is an overstay penalty fee of $5 a day from one to fifteen days and $10 a day after fifteen days. In such cases, the traveller may also be required to pay a penalty of up to 4,000 ETB ($300) before being allowed to leave Ethiopia. ...more ...less
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What is the best time to travel?
If you want my opinion, the months that are most preferable to travel to Ethiopia would be September and October as this time of the year offers a particularly beautiful landscape since it follows the rainy season (June and August). During this period, the whole country is covered with a mantle of flowers of thousands of colors that bring a beauty to the already magical landscape. Let's just say it's the Ethiopian Spring. However, do not fear if you can not visit the country at this time, it just adds an extra beauty to the view but Ethiopia can be breath-taking at any time of the year. ...more ...less
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What should I pack?
In Ethiopia, there are certain things that are difficult to find, especially if you are travelling through rural areas. Therefore, it is very important to be pack thoroughly. The first thing you should keep in mind when packing your suitcase is including a first-aid kit with the following items: Mosquito repellent and sprays High SPF sunscreen and sunglasses Antihistamine Antiseptic cream for insect bites Plasters Anti diarrhoea pills Saline solutions in case of severe dehydration Contact lens liquid Besides the first-aid kit mentioned above, it is advisable to include in your bag the following items: Light clothes for the daytime and a good sweater or pullover for the evening Sandals and a good pair of shoes (specially during the rainy season to deal with muddy pathways) A discrete wallet or money belt and a small bag to carry your camera and phone A rainy jacket and umbrella if travelling during the rainy season (June to September) A warm sleeping bag if you are thinking of sleeping in campsites A hat and sunglasses to avoid long sun exposure If you are thinking of donating your personal stuff we kindly advise to do it at your discretion and avoid uncomfortable situations on the street, especially with children. We recommend you to contact a local NGO in advance so they can relocate your things in a sustainable way.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We have been in the business for more than 10 years
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9 Days Ethiopia Omo Valley Tour
9 Days Starting and ending in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Visiting: National MUSEUM, Addis Ababa, Ethnological Museum, Villaggio Dorze, Arba Minch, Chamo Lake, Jinka, Omo Valley Tribes, Jinka Town, Mago National Park, ሀመር።, Dimeka Market, Turmi, Omorate Town, ደሴኔክ ፡፡, Omorate, Konso Cultural Landscape, Konso, Kanta Lodge, Awassa ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
AET02
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Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 20
Age range:
4-90
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal
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