Explore Ethiopia's Omo Valley tribes, Rift Valley lakes, and national parks on a ten-day cultural safari.
Cultural tour Omo valley safari
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🗓️ Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Addis Ababa - City Tour
Visit National Museum (Lucy fossil), Holy Trinity Church, and Menelik?s Mausoleum. Overnight in Addis Ababa.
Day 2: Addis Ababa - Arbaminch
Drive via Debrezeit crater lakes and Rift Valley lakes. Visit Sidamo villages and culture. Overnight in Arbaminch.
Day 3: Arbaminch
Morning visit Nech Sar Park to see endemic wildlife. Afternoon boat trip on Lake Chamo to view crocodiles and hippos. Overnight in Arbaminch.
Day 4: Arbaminch - Jinka
Drive to Jinka via Konso, Derashe, Ari, Benna, and Tsemay villages. Overnight in Jinka.
Day 5: Mago National Park
Visit Mursi village, known for lip plates and unique traditions. Overnight camping in Mago National Park.
Day 6: Jinka - Turmi
Drive to Turmi. Visit Hamer tribe, known for bull jumping rituals and elaborate hairstyles. Overnight in Turmi.
Day 7: Turmi - Omorate
Excursion to Omorate to meet Galeb people along the Omo River. Return to Turmi. Overnight in Turmi.
Day 8: Turmi - Konso - Arbaminch
Drive via Woito and Konso villages. Visit terraced hills and Konso traditions. Continue to Arbaminch. Overnight in Arbaminch.
Day 9: Arbaminch - Langano
Visit Nech Sar Park, then drive northwards through Rift Valley lakes. Overnight in Langano.
Day 10: Langano - Addis Ababa - Departure
Return to Addis Ababa via Debrezeit crater lakes. Evening folkloric dinner with dances and coffee ceremony. Transfer to airport for departure.
✅ Included
Bottled Water
4WD vehicle with driver and fuel
Professional tour guide
Entrance fees
❌ Excluded
International flights
Meals not specified in the program
Personal expenses
Tips and items of personal nature like laundry, souvenirs, etc