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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through Southern Ethiopia, where culture and nature intertwine. Begin in Addis Ababa, exploring the vibrant city and the UNESCO World Heritage site of Tiya. Witness diverse wildlife at Lake Ziway and Abijatta-Shalla National Park. Experience the unique culture of the Dorze tribe in the Gughe Mountains, and cruise Lake Chamo to observe crocodiles and hippos. Delve into the traditions of the Mursi and Hamar tribes, and cross the Omo River to meet the Daasanach people. Discover the agricultural marvels of the Konso tribe. Enjoy comfortable accommodations and guided tours, with all transport provided, ensuring a seamless exploration of Ethiopia's rich heritage and stunning landscapes. ...more ...less
Highlights
Tour the city of Addis Ababa and visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Tiya.
Observe diverse wildlife at Lake Ziway and Abijatta-Shalla National Park.
Visit the Dorze tribe in the Gughe Mountains and see their unique huts and weaving skills.
Cruise Lake Chamo to see crocodiles and hippos in their natural habitat.
Experience the culture of the Mursi and Hamar tribes, including the Mursi's distinctive lip plates.
Cross the Omo River to visit the Daasanach tribe and explore their agro-pastoral lifestyle.
Discover the agricultural terracing and totems of the Konso tribe.
Itinerary
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Begin your trip with an Addis Ababa airport pick-up and a city tour.
Day 2
:
Addis Ababa - Lake Awasa, Ethiopia
Location: Lake Awasa, Abijatta National Park
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Observe the wildlife at Lake Kiway before transfer to Abijatta National Park.
Day 3
:
Lake Awasa - Arba Minch, Ethiopia
Location: Lake Awasa, Gughe Mountains, Arba Minch
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Visit a fish market at Lake Awasa and then visit the Dorze tribe in the Gughe Mountains.
Day 4
:
Arba Minch - Jinka, Ethiopia
Location: Arba Minch, Jinka
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cruise Lake Chamo and visit the famous Crocodile Market before transfer to Jinka.
Day 5
:
Jinka - Turmi, Ethiopia
Location: Majo, Turmi
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer to Majo to visit the Mursi people and then Turmi to visit the Hamar tribe.
Day 6
:
Turmi, Ethiopia
Location: Turmi, Omorate
Accommodation Name: hotel
Cross the Omo River to Omorate to visit the Daasanach tribe.
Day 7
:
Turmi - Arba Minch, Ethiopia
Location: Konso, Arba Minch
Accommodation Name: hotel
Visit the Konso tribe in Konso.
Day 8
:
Arba Minch - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Location: Tiya, Addis Ababa
Accommodation Name: hotel
Visit the UNESCO Heritage Site Tiya before an airport drop-off in Addis Ababa.
What's Included
Accommodation
7 nights Accommodation
Meals
7 Breakfast(s)
Transport
Roundtrip airport transfers and all transport per itinerary, including Addis Ababa airport pick-up and drop-off, are provided in insured vehicles.
Guides
Guided tours are included for some of the activities.
Cultural Experiences
A mix of cultural, wildlife, and natural experiences across Southern Ethiopia.
What's Not Included
Other meals/drinks
Meals and drinks other than those specified are not included.
Personal expenses
Personal expenses are not covered.
Tips
Tips for guides and drivers are not included.
Visa fees
Visa fees are not included.
Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not provided.
Mode of Transport
Roundtrip airport transfers and all transport per itinerary, including Addis Ababa airport pick-up and drop-off, are provided in insured vehicles.
Accommodation
Enjoy 7 nights of comfortable accommodation in hotels and lodges throughout your journey in Southern Ethiopia.
Check out our Q&As
What kind of wildlife can be observed during the tour?
During the tour, you can observe diverse wildlife at Lake Ziway and Abijatta-Shalla National Park, as well as crocodiles and hippos in their natural habitat during a cruise on Lake Chamo.
What cultural experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes visits to various tribes such as the Dorze tribe in the Gughe Mountains, the Mursi and Hamar tribes, the Daasanach tribe across the Omo River, and the Konso tribe. You will experience their unique cultures, including the Mursi's distinctive lip plates and the Konso's agricultural terracing and totems.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
The tour package includes 5 breakfasts. Other meals and drinks are not included and will need to be purchased separately.
What is the accommodation like during the tour?
The tour provides 7 nights of comfortable accommodation in hotels and lodges throughout your journey in Southern Ethiopia.
Is transportation provided during the tour?
Yes, roundtrip airport transfers and all transport per itinerary, including Addis Ababa airport pick-up and drop-off, are provided in insured vehicles.
Are guided tours included in the itinerary?
Yes, guided tours are included for some of the activities during the tour.
Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us!
If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life!
Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller.
In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries.
Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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Reviews of this operator
Jonas Nesset(Norway)
The company is exceptional. When...
Dec 10 2019
The company is exceptional. When I had questions, I always got prompt and professional answers. The excursions that Bamba organized were fantastic! Thank you once again for everything!
Shane Alce(United Kingdom)
For true explorers....
Aug 12 2019
For true explorers.
Marian Reder(Germany)
To this day, this is...
Oct 2 2019
To this day, this is the best tour we've ever done together as a couple! The fun activities, great hotels and nice guides worth the money! We were always taken care of and they made sure that we had a good time. This tour is definitely worth taking.
Tanja Ottosen(Denmark)
The Bamba Team really made...
Jan 9 2020
The Bamba Team really made my journey one of the most memorable experiences of my life! Still so nice and supportive! They handled everything and responded to each question within a few minutes. I wholeheartedly recommend it to everyone. Especially if you want to do a lot of activities and travel to a lot of different places without feeling rushed. They've also helped me with specific issues that weren't covered by the tour, as well as answering general questions. Thank you so much for making my journey so enjoyable!
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Braiden Rowe(United States)
The tour was fantastic; I...
Feb 12 2020
The tour was fantastic; I was able to visit some of Japan's most beautiful locations, and the accommodations were excellent, with convenient access to the city's best attractions. Also, our tour guide was fantastic. I will pick bamba again and recommend the tour to anyone who wants to see Japan while having a good time!!
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Aaron Davies(Australia)
I only have good words...
Oct 23 2019
I only have good words about our trip to Kenya. The entire experience was totally magical and I struggle to say how fantastic it was. We were fortunate enough to have a brilliant vehicle for ourselves, but we had great luck with David for our guide too. He was very knowledgeable, courteous and nice. Thank you for helping to create this fantastic safari experience. I Highly recommend this company.
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Matteo Hoffmeister(Germany)
Bamba Experience has been the...
Jun 5 2019
Bamba Experience has been the best tour guide I've ever had. Every tour has been a thrilling experience. There are so many things to choose from. Bamba has been extremely helpful in providing us with all of the necessary information for our departures and activities! Bamba has made this a simple and enjoyable experience. I'll certainly tell my friends and family about it! Thank you very much, Bamba!!
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Melanie Liu Chang(Australia)
We organized a trip through...
Feb 20 2020
We organized a trip through Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia on the hop-on, hop-off bus. It made the trip so much simpler for us as first-time travelers because we just had to send an email to arrange the bus, which avoided the hassle of looking for the best price and so on! We also had a number of tours included, they were all amazing and saved us the trouble of trying to find the best offers on our own; it also meant we got to see a lot of stuff we wouldn't have seen otherwise.
Overall, it was a fantastic experience that I will strongly suggest and use again!
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Marius Halvorson(Norway)
Our Bamba tour of Vietnam...
Jun 25 2019
Our Bamba tour of Vietnam was fantastic. We had a lot of new experiences and all of the help we needed to make this a stress-free vacation. The well-organized accomodation and transportation were excellent. We will certainly use Bamba in the future.
Alexis Helman(Australia)
I had booked our Uyuni...
Jun 25 2019
I had booked our Uyuni Salt Flats & Desert Adventure 3D/2N (Uyuni to Atacama) tour via an Australian travel agency, but they had made an error and refused to assist us or take responsibility. This was very difficult for us because we wanted to have a stress-free honeymoon. I contacted Bamba and I asked if we could talk on the phone so they made the improvements to our tour reservation that our travel agent declined to make. The quality of service was exceptional and they generously offered to us a complimentary gift because it was our honeymoon. I can't say enough good things about Bamba.
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Bamba Travel allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Bamba Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform bamba travel, 60 days before departure.
Low Deposit
Bamba Travel requires a minimum deposit of
20%
or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of bamba travel charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Southern Ethiopia Cultural Experience 8D/7N
8 Days Starting and ending in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Visiting:
Addis Ababa, Lake Awasa, Abijatta National Park, Gughe Mountains, Arba Minch, Jinka, Majo, Turmi, Omorate, Konso, Tiya
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