Short Information of the Tour.
Tour Code: AETT-0a6 Cultural and Photography Tour Program of Southern Ethiopia
Attraction: Cultural, History, Religion, Tribes, Nomads, Nature, Adventure, Scenery and Wildlife
Duration: 6 Days
Transportation: Surface Drive, Flight, Walk and Boat Ride
Time: Throughout the Year
Short Summary:
Southern Ethiopia is rich in ethnic origins, and this area has yielded the first examples of primitive man. Although the migration of people eventually lead to the population of the whole planet, the original tribes of the valleys remain. There is a rich linguistic tradition, with 45 languages spoken by tribes ranging from the Borena and Mursi, to the smaller Karo and Dassanech (or Galeb) tribes. There are a fascinating range of cultural practices, a good example being the way in which they build their homes. The Sidama, Gurage and Dorze use bamboo in their beehive-like constructions, creating sturdy homes tailored to the environment with great endurance.
The Mago National Park is home to seven of the tribes of the Omo Valley. This is a good destination if you want to meet these fascinating people, and begin to understand the way they live and work as an integral cog in the ecosystem. With good access to the people, as well as large markets that are open to visitors, this is a fantastic way to explore the oldest culture in the world.
This Omo Valley private tour package allows you to visit most of the famous Omo Valley tribes authentically and uniquely. We also offer 6-day Omo Valley tours from Addis Ababa and Arba Minch. Book this trip package and experience life with the Omo Valley tribes such as Mursi, Banna, Hamar, Karo (Kara), and Dassanech tribes.
Day 1 : Fly Addis Ababa – Arba Minch
In the afternoon you will visit the Dorze Village. The Dorze people are famous for weaving, pottery, and Kocho, local food from the false banana plant (Enset). You will experience the local food and experience the cultures and traditions of the Dorze people.
Overnight: Hotel in Arba Micnch
Day 2 : Arba Minch – Konso – Jinka
After breakfast, go for the short boat trip to Lake Chamo and continue to Konso. You will have lunch in Konso, explore the Konso village, and continue to Jinka.
Overnight: Hotel in Jinka
Day 3 : Jinka – Mursi – Turmi
In the morning, you will drive 55km one way to Mursi village to experience the Mursi Tribe. You will get back to Jinka for lunch. Continue driving for 130km to Turm, a town where the Hamar tribe lives around.
Overnight: Hotel in Turmi
Day 4 : Drive Turmi – Karo Village – Turmi
Drive from Turmi to the Karo tribe and get an authentic cultural experience with the Karo people. They are famous for elaborate body and face painting. In the afternoon of this day, visit a tribal market in the Lower Omo River Valley, Ethiopia.
Overnight: Hotel in Turmi
Day 5 : Turmi – Omo Rate – Jinka
Continue to Omo Rate town 70km south of Turmi. It is the last border town with Kenya. The Dassanech or Daasanach tribe live around Omo Rate. Dassanech means people of the delta in the local language. After experiencing the Dassanech people, you will return to Turmi for lunch. You will also visit a tribal market on your way back to Jinka if it is a market day.
Overnight: Hotel in Jinka
Day 6 : Jinka – Addis Ababa
Visit Jinka museum and Ari village around Jinka. After lunch, you will head to the airport.
It will be the end of this tour.
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