5-Day Five-Day Omo Valley Tour Itinerary

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Fly addis abeba to ArbaMinch

Upon arrival at Arba Minch Airport, you will be greeted and transferred to your lodging. After check-in and breakfast, we will head to Dorze Village, situated high in the Gughe Mountains. There, you'll witness the iconic beehive-shaped huts and experience the vibrant culture of the Dorze people, known for their weaving and traditional dance. Following this visit, we will return to Arba Minch for a late lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a stroll in Arba Minch Forest Park, immersed in the lush surroundings. Overnight at your hotel.

Main Destination:

Lake Chamo

Accommodation:

Arbaminch Tourist Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Arba Minch (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Chamo – Konso Village – Turmi

After an early breakfast, we will embark on a boat trip on Lake Chamo, renowned for its “crocodile market.” Here, you’ll have the opportunity to see hippos, Africa's largest crocodiles, and diverse bird species. Following this excursion, we’ll travel to Konso for lunch, then explore Konso Village, a UNESCO World Heritage site noted for its unique generation poles, which signify the village’s history. After our visit, we’ll drive to Turmi, a journey of approximately four hours. Overnight at a lodge in Turmi.

Main Destination:

Konso (Cultural Village)

Accommodation:

Emerald Lodge Turmi

• Mid-range lodge located in Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Kara Village and Nyagatom Tribe

After breakfast, we’ll drive to Kara Village, home to a small community known for its picturesque setting along the Omo River and the artistic expressions of its children. Following this visit, we will proceed to Nyagatom Village, with a round trip taking about three hours. In the afternoon, if conditions permit, we may witness a bull-jumping ceremony, an important rite of passage for young men. Alternatively, we might visit a Hamer village. Overnight at a lodge in Turmi.

Main Destination:

Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)

Accommodation:

Emerald Lodge Turmi

• Mid-range lodge located in Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Dassanech Tribe and Journey to Jinka

In the morning, after breakfast, we will drive to Omorate to visit the Dassanech tribe. Please ensure you have your passport, as it is required for crossing the border into this area. After our visit, we’ll return to Turmi for lunch before heading to Jinka, approximately a two-and-a-half-hour drive. If time allows, we may visit the Jinka Museum or an Ari tribe village in the late afternoon. Overnight in Jinka.

Main Destination:

Lower Omo Valley (Cultural Village)

Accommodation:

Eco Omo Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Lower Omo Valley (Cultural Village)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Mursi Village and Departure to Addis Ababa

Early in the morning, we will journey through Mago National Park to visit the Mursi village, famous for its women who wear large clay lip plates and men who adorn their bodies with intricate patterns. After this cultural immersion, we will return to Jinka for lunch before departing for Addis Ababa.

Main Destination:

Mago National Park

Best Time To Go June to February (Little rainfall)

High Season October to January (It might be busier)

Best Weather

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.