Drive from Addis Ababa to Hawassa

Addis Ababa - After breakfast drive from Addis to hawasa on the way you will visit abiyata and shalha National Park to see some antelopes and ostriches also beautiful natural lakes also there is natural hot spring water more than 90 digression Nice place continue to drive hawasa one of beautiful city in Ethiopia located near to hawasa lake walk round the lake shore over night hawasa

Explore Hawassa Fish Market,

Awasa - After breakfast drive to one of unique fish market in hawasa walk round the lake to see different local fishermen how they catch fish also nice to see different kinds of birds and monkeys after visiting this place drive to arbaminch Late in the afternoon we will drive high into the mountains to Chencha to visit the Dorze people. They are known for their weaving culture which is reflected in their beautiful cotton clothes, fences, and beehive shaped bamboo huts. Here you will learn their traditions, visit their houses and experience their daily lifestyle. You will get to see the process behind the food and alcohol production from the famous banana trees and leaves. After visiting drive back to arbaminch over night arbaminch

Boat trip on Lake Chamo to see

Konso - Drive from arbaminch to konso on the way you will have boat trip the second biggest lake in Ethiopia called lake chamo in this lake there are largest crocodile and hippos interesting boat trip after bot trip drive to konso tribes visit the konso village this tribes are most hard worker tribes and they register on UNESCO because of terrace systems beautiful village after visiting this tribes over night konso

Visit Gnangatom tribe near South

Turmi - Early drive from turmi to gnangatom tribes south Sudan border crossing the Omo River biggest bridge cross the bridge this tribes are different from other tribes because the way the dressing and with colorful necklaces visit this tribes after this drive to turmi afternoon visit hammer tribes and hammer tribal market over night turmi

Excursion to remote Erbore tribe

Turmi - Drive from turmi to Erbore tribes this tribes live one of remote area very interesting and different from others visit this tribes drive back to turmi over night turmi

Drive to Jinka via the Bena tribe

Jinka - After breakfast drive
Drive from turmi to jinka on the way bena tribes kids body panting with stick walking activities nice experience afternoon This is one of our clients favourite visits, so be well rested and excited. after lunch we will visit the Ari tribes this tribes are different from Omo valley because of life style and how they living and dressing style this tribes they live in on the top of the mountain with beautiful landscape you will walk about 1_2 hours through the villages after the arrivals in the village you will visit different Daly life of the tribes with different activities very interesting you will visit different activities how we make our Ethiopia local food called enjera and metal work Smith different hand craft only on this village very interesting tribes with nice landscape after visiting drive back to jinka over night jinka

Visit the famous Mursi tribe

Mursi Village - We will drive to Mursi tribe. They are renowned for their unique custom followed by their women who on reaching maturity have their lower lips slit and circular disks (lip plates) inserted. This is one of our clients favourite visits, afternoon you will visit one of the unique museum in jinka it is tribal museum only about tribes all in omo valley very helpful museum to know more about tribes over night jinka

• 6 nights’ accommodation in lodges/hotels
• Cultural visits and guided village walks
• Boat trip on Lake Chamo
• Park entrance fees and village entry permits
• Professional English-speaking local guide
• All ground transportation in a private 4x4 vehicle
• Daily bottled water
• All government taxes and service charges

• International and domestic flights
• Meals and drinks not mentioned
• Camera and video fees in tribal areas (if applicable)
• Travel insurance
• Optional activities not listed in the itinerary

Discover the cultural gems and natural marvels of Southern Ethiopia on this engaging 7-day guided tour. From picturesque lakes and volcanic hot springs to traditional tribal communities, this trip provides an in-depth exploration of the varied lifestyles, landscapes, and wildlife of the Rift Valley and Omo Valley.

Begin your journey in Hawassa with lakeside walks and bustling fish markets. Learn about ancient weaving techniques with the Dorze people and take a boat ride on Lake Chamo to see hippos and giant crocodiles. Immerse yourself in the unique traditions of the Konso, Hamer, Erbore, Ari, and Mursi tribes—each with their own captivating culture, attire, and lifestyle. Throughout the tour, visit local markets, hike through stunning highland villages, and observe Ethiopia’s renowned lip-plated women and talented artisans. This is a memorable adventure through one of Africa’s most culturally vibrant and visually breathtaking regions.

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