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Omo Valley

Ethiopia
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Duration

12 days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

12 people

Languages

English, Espanol

Overview

The Lower Omo Valley was declared a World Heritage Site in 1980. It is one of the most important paleontological sites in Africa. It is located in the Omo river valley, in the federated state of Southern Nations, Nationalities and Peoples of Ethiopia, near Lake Turkana and the border with Kenya.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • This tour is ethnographic tour on which you can visit more than ten ethnic groups of people in the lower Omo valley region of ethiopia.

Itinerary

Dia 1 Fly MADADD
Dia 1 Fly MADADD

Departure from Madrid via Rome. in Rome there is a transfer of several hours. We continue the route to Addis Ababa and arrive at an estimated time at 7:00 am. on arrival we apply for a visa. approximately 48€ (50$). Overnight on board.

Dia 2 Arrival Addis y drive to Wolayta, Sodo
Dia 2 Arrival Addis y drive to Wolayta, Sodo

Arrival in Addis. Pick up at the airport, a brief stop for coffee and visit the new office and transfer by road to Wolayta, Sodo. On the way stop at Tiya stelae field and houses of the Alabans. Overnight at Yakphotel 3*.

Dia 3 Wolayta, Sodo-Tarcha por carretera
Dia 3 Wolayta, Sodo-Tarcha por carretera

Early breakfast in Wolayta and departure to Tarcha. We will arrive at lunch time. On the way we will contemplate the beauty of the landscape and stop to visit some of the houses near the road of the Dawuro ethnic group. Afternoon walk through the village of Tarcha. Overnight in a 3* hotel or similar.

Dia 4 Tarcha - Arbaminch
Dia 4 Tarcha - Arbaminch

Breakfast and departure to Arbaminch. In the afternoon we make an excursion by car to the mountains of Chencha (3,000 m) where the unique Dorze people live. The vegetation changes and we see bamboo and false banana plants. Their huts are very high with sloping roofs topped on the front in the shape of an elephant's nose or trunk. They are good weavers and farmers and from the trunk of the false banana they extract a paste called "kocho" which is a very important part of their diet. The "kocho" is wrapped in large leaves and fermented for months to make it edible. From these heights there are spectacular views over the Chamo and Abaya lakes. Overnight at Hile Resort Hotel.

Dia 5 Arbaminch
Dia 5 Arbaminch

After a relaxed breakfast, we will take a boat to navigate the Chamo Lake. Chamo Lake. Lake Chamo is spectacular not only because it is home to the largest crocodiles in Africa but also because of the number of hippos, birds, especially pelicans, the African fish eagle, which can be seen here. Overnight at Hile Resort Hotel.

Dia 6 Arbaminch - Jinka
Dia 6 Arbaminch - Jinka

Early in the morning we will continue on to Jinka. On the way we will visit Konso, known for its elaborate hillside farming terraces, fine cotton weavings, carved wooden totem poles decorating its tombs, and villages protected by elaborate stone walls, the Konso people enjoy the privilege of having been recognized, along with their traditions and territory, as a World Heritage Site since 2011. We continue our tour crossing the land of the Banna tribes, Key Afer (the market place of the Banna tribe) to spend the night in Jinka resort or Nasa (the best possible).

Dia 7 Jinka - Turmi
Dia 7 Jinka - Turmi

Very early we leave by car to Mursi. We will find out in the Mago National Park and through intricate tracks we will go in search of villages or settlements of the Mursi. The Mursi are one of the most primitive ethnic groups in Africa, they belong to the Surmic group (Nilotic root) and practice a subsistence economy in an inhospitable and virgin area. The men's bodies are covered with paintings, scarifications and beads. Mursi women are known for their lip plates and lobe earrings. Heading towards Turmi, it is the center together with Dimeka of the ethno-cultural group of the Hamer, one of the most important Omotic groups and of great kindness and sympathy. The men wear elaborate hairstyles and the women dress in goatskin dresses. On certain days there are markets in Turmi and Dimeka where, in addition to the Hamer, other inhabitants of the Lower Omo such as the Karo, Arbore, Dassanech come. Overnight at Emerald Lodge.

Dia 8 Turmi
Dia 8 Turmi

Breakfast and departure to Dimeka 28 km to visit the hamer market in Dimeka, afternoon at leisure. Overnight at Emerald Lodge.

Dia 9 Turmi
Dia 9 Turmi

We will make an excursion of 72 km, to the village of Omorate, next to the Omo River to visit the Dassanetch, also called Geleb. The linguistic root of the Dassanetch is not Omotic but Cushitic and their territory extends on both banks of the Omo up to Lake Turkana. If time permits, we will be able to approach its banks. Return to Turmi for lunch. Overnight at Emerald.

Dia 10 Turmi - Arbaminch
Dia 10 Turmi - Arbaminch

Early breakfast, and we leave by road to Arbaminch via Arbore. Arbore is a small village where the inhabitants are of a specific ethnic group, the Arbore, so it is worth a stop to visit their villages. The section from Turmi to Woyto is one of the most beautiful routes in Ethiopia and worth doing. Overnight at Haile resort hotel.

Dia 11 Arbaminch - Awassa
Dia 11 Arbaminch - Awassa

After breakfast departure to Awassa, the capital of the Nations, Nationalities and Peoples of the South. It is a quiet city with large modern avenues and a beautiful lakeside promenade. Afternoon free to watch the sunset from the Oria of the lake. Overnight at Hotel Lewi resort or Haile resort.

Dia 12 Awassa - Addis Abeba
Dia 12 Awassa - Addis Abeba

In the morning before leaving, we will visit the fish market, where they sell the night catch of Nile perch or Tilapia and catfish. We continue northward across the great Rift Rift. From here until the Mojo junction the road runs near the Great Lakes. Arrival Addis Ababa and afternoon shopping and rest. In the evening, dinner and party in one of the traditional restaurants of Addis Ababa to taste the variety of Ethiopian cuisine and enjoy a folkloric evening with different ethnic dyes. Overnight at the hotel (best 3*** hotel).

Dia 13 Fly ADDMAD
Dia 13 Fly ADDMAD

Shopping day and city tour of the capital Entoto, National Palace, Unity Park, National Museum to see
Lucy... evening transfer to the airport.

Included/Excluded

  • Specialized bilingual guide
  • Private Transport
  • Driver
  • Fuel
  • Gov. tax
  • Acomodation BB
  • Boat on lake Chamo & Omo river
  • Additional Services
  • Insurance
  • Drink
  • All entrances
  • Local guides
  • Photo expenses
  • Tips

Tour's Location

Ethiopia

FAQs

What to pack in your suitcase for Ethiopia?
Compared to the giants of tourism in this part of East Africa, such as Kenya or Tanzania, a trip to Ethiopia is a great option: it is an absolutely wonderful destination.

So get going! Don't waste a second, pack your suitcase as fast as you can and get on the first plane to Addis Ababa. The first thing you should know, although you no doubt already knew this before reading these lines, is that Ethiopia is a tropical country. You'll need to pack light clothing
to withstand the heat and a fleece and a mackintosh. You'll need clothes that cover your arms and legs when visiting religious sites. At night, leave as little skin uncovered as possible, so that you don't get swarmed by mosquitoes. As with any trip to Africa, the first-aid kit should be prepared in detail so that you don't forget to take it with you.
Must be done in detail so as not to forget anything. It will be difficult to find basic medicines in local pharmacies (of good quality). Take remedies for the most common ailments, and don't forget to take enough pills to stop possible diarrhoea, which could spoil your stay, and of course, treatment for malaria. Ethiopia is a very photogenic country.

photogenic. A camera and plenty of memory cards are a must. If you lose your passport, it will be useful to have a photocopy of it in your luggage. To move around freely, it's a good idea to bring your international driving licence. A credit card will allow you to withdraw money. Finally, it is essential to go with an immense desire to learn new things and with an open mind, to anticipate the culture shock that awaits you there. 

- A photocopy of your passport in case you lose your original passport
- Credit card for withdrawing money
- Camera
- International driver's licence for renting and driving a vehicle
- International vaccination card
- Torch, in case of power cuts
- Treatment for digestive problems
- Anti-malaria medicine
- A good sunscreen
- Mosquito repellent
- A full first-aid kit for everyday ailments
- Hiking shoes
- Long clothing for visiting religious buildings
- Light clothing to withstand the heat
When and where does the tour end?
Your tour will conclude in Addis Abeba Bole International Airport on Day 12th of the trip. There are no activities planned for this day so you're free do anything till the airport chec-in time.
When and where does the tour start?
Day 1 of this tour is an arrivals day, which gives you a chance to board into your minibus and explore Ethiopia. The planned activity for this day is an early welcome meeting at 8am, where you can get to know your guide and driver. Please be aware that the meeting point is at Bole International Airport outside the building where the taxis are.
Do you arrange airport transfers?
Airport transfers are included in the price of this tour, tour operator representative will be at the airport to greet you. To arrange this please contact our customer service team once you have a confirmed booking.
What is the age range?
This tour has an age range of 6-70 years old, this means children under the age of 6 will not be eligible to participate in this tour. However, if you are over 70 years please contact us as you may be eligible to join the tour if you fill out G Adventures self-assessment form.

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