7 days Omo Valley, Dorze and Arba Minch
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About This Experience in Arba Minch
Why Visit Arba Minch?
Arba Minch, Ethiopia offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Arba Minch provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Arba Minch
You can reach Arba Minch, Ethiopia by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Professional English speaking guide
- 4WD vehicle including professional driver and all fuel
- 5 nights accommodation in named hotels & 1 night camping
- Village and National Park entrance fees and River/Lake boat rides
- Collection from Arba Minch airport/hotel and return to Jinka airport
What's Not Included
- Drinks
- Any local fees for taking individual photographs
- Gratuities
- Return flight to Addis Ababa
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour can be adapted to start/end in Addis Ababa or Jinka
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
We will collect you from Arba Minch airport or from your Arba Minch hotel
End Point
The tour ends at Jinka airport so that tourists can fly straight back to Addis Ababa. If customers prefer, we can provide the option to travel by car to Arba Minch.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Arba Minch - Dorze
You will be met at Arba Minch airport... 18 hours
You will be met at Arba Minch airport or hotel and will take a beautiful drive up the mountains to Dorze village - home of Ethiopia's weavers. You will enjoy a walking tour – visit the traditional bamboo houses, learn how to make the local bread from false banana tree, enjoy the market, watch women spinners and see the famous Dorze weavers. Stay overnight at Dorze Lodge, renowned for the spectacular views of the two Rift Valley lakes. After dinner, sit by the camp fire and enjoy the local singing and dancing
Dorze - Lake Chamo and Nechisar National Park (Arba Minch)
After seeing sunrise, drive to Arba Minch and... 8 hours
After seeing sunrise, drive to Arba Minch and take a motor boat across Lake Chamo to visit Nechisar National Park. Take a gentle hike across the savannah and see zebras, gazelles and different types of animals. On the return boat ride, you will see giant crocodiles, hippos, local fishermen, pelicans and different types of birds. Spend the evening in Arba Minch. Stay overnight at Haile Resort
Arba Minch - Konso - Turmi
Drive to Konso, a UNESCO world heritage site 7 hours
Drive to Konso, a UNESCO world heritage site. Your village walking tour will include Konso's renowned stone walled terraces and fortified settlements, wooden statues (Waga), and stone steles (a complex system of marking the passing of leaders). Drive to Turmi, a market town and home to the Hamer tribe. Stay overnight at Paradise lodge
Karo tribe - Hamer market - Turmi
Spend the morning visiting the Karo tribe, famed... 24 hours
Spend the morning visiting the Karo tribe, famed for their body painting and elaborate headdresses - decorating with nature. Drive back to Turmi in time for the colourful afternoon Hamer market. Stay overnight in Turmi
Turmi - Omorate - Dassanech tribe - Hamer Village
Drive to Omorate, on the Omo River, which is... 24 hours
Drive to Omorate, on the Omo River, which is as deep as one can get into the Omo valley, without entering Kenya. Cross the river to visit Ethiopia's most southern tribe, Dassanech. Afterwards, drive to Jinka which is set in the hills above Mago National Park and capital of the Omo Valley. You will visit the South-Omo Museum & Research Centre which hosts interesting exhibitions. Stay overnight in an Eco lodge.
Nyangatom tribes - Bana Market - Jinka
Visit the Nyangatom Tribe who live on the... 24 hours
Visit the Nyangatom Tribe who live on the border with South Sudan and are considered one of the richest and most prosperous tribes. Vast lands allow the tribe to graze a large number of cattle but different to other tribes, the men hunt crocodiles using harpoons and a local canoe. They have gained the reputation of being the feared and fierce warriors. Drive to Key Afar to enjoy the colourful Bana Market and then stay overnight in Jinka
Mago National Park - Mursi Tribe - Jinka
Drive through Mago National Park to visit the... 12 hours
Drive through Mago National Park to visit the Mursi tribe, famed for their unique lip plates. After lunch, we will take you to Jinka airport for your flight to Addis Ababa
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How do I book this tour?
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
