8-Day South Omo Valley Tribes Tour

Depart from Addis Ababa in the morning and drive south to Hawassa, covering approximately 254 kilometers and 1705 Altitude. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and begin your sightseeing tour, including a visit to the Colobus monkeys, the fish market, and the hippopotamus area. After the visit, return to the hotel for lunch before continuing your journey to Abijata-Shalla National Park, where you can see small gazelles, ostriches, warthogs, and flamingos. Finally, drive back to Hawassa, check in at Central Hotel, and enjoy an overnight stay.

Early morning take breakfast and drive Hawassa to Arba Minch on 248 kilo meter far, 1280 Altitude and transfer to your hotel. Upon arrival, check in hotel and ready to start the tour.. Later, drive 20 km to visit the Dorze Village, located in the highlands overlooking Arba Minch. The Dorze people are famous for their unique culture, traditional bamboo houses, and weaving skills. Spend approximately six hours interacting with the community before returning to Arba Minch for an overnight stay. Overnight Darose Hotel.

After breakfast, depart from Arab Minch 278 Kilo meter far ,970 Altitude drive toward Turmi, the heart of the South Omo region. Along the way, stop to visit the Bena people and learn about their traditional lifestyle and cattle-herding culture. Observe local children carrying sticks while protecting livestock and helping their families with daily activities. After spending approximately two hours with the Bena community, continue to Turmi and check in at your hotel. Following lunch, visit a nearby Hamar village where you will spend five hours exploring their culture and photographing daily life before returning to the Lodge. Overnight Emerald Lodge

Enjoy breakfast before departing for a full-day excursion to visit the Karo people, located about 45 km from Turmi. The Karo are renowned for their colorful body painting, decorative hairstyles, and rich cultural traditions. Spend the day walking through the village, interacting with local families, and learning about their unique way of life. A packed lunch will be provided so you can maximize your time in the community. Return to Turmi at approximately 5:30 PM for dinner and overnight accommodation. Overnight Emerald lodge

After breakfast, travel 65 km to visit the Dassanech people, who live along the lower Omo River. The community is known for its distinctive traditions and unique social roles within family life. Spend the day exploring the village, meeting local families, and observing their daily activities. A packed lunch will be served during the excursion, allowing you to remain with the community throughout the day. After approximately Eight hours of cultural immersion and photography, return to Turmi around 6:00 PM. Overnight Emerald lodge

Following an early breakfast, drive 55 km to visit the Nyangatom people. Upon arrival, explore their traditional homes and learn about their customs and lifestyle. You will have the opportunity to accompany community members as they herd and water their cattle. Spend around eight hours interacting with the tribe and experiencing their daily routines firsthand. In the late afternoon, return to Turmi for dinner and overnight accommodation. Overnight Emerald lodge

Rise early to capture beautiful sunrise photographs before enjoying breakfast. Travel to visit the Mursi people, one of the most iconic tribes of the Omo Valley. The Mursi women are well known for their traditional clay lip plates, which remain an important cultural symbol. Spend most of the day with the community, learning about their traditions and taking memorable photographs. On the return journey, stop for an hour at the colorful Key Afer Market before arriving back at the hotel for dinner. Overnight Emerald lodge

After breakfast, depart from Turmi and begin the journey to Jinka through the beautiful landscapes of the Omo Valley. En route, visit the Ari people, the largest ethnic group in the region. The Ari are known for their agricultural lifestyle, pottery making, traditional crafts, and welcoming hospitality. Spend time exploring the village and learning about their customs and everyday life. Continue to Jinka in the afternoon, upon arrival in Addis Ababa, enjoy a farewell dinner at a traditional Ethiopian restaurant featuring cultural music and dance performances. End of the tour.