On this Ethiopia safari, experience the Omo Valley, undoubtedly one of the most unique places on earth. Located in Africa’s Great rift valley, here you will find a wide variety of people with the opportunity to learn of their culture and traditions.
Day 1 Addis Ababa
Day 2 Langano
Day 3 Arba Minch
Day 4 Arba Minch
Day 5 Jinka
Day 6 Jinka
Day 7 Turmi
Day 8 Turmi
Day 9 Yabello
Day 10 Awassa
Day 11 Your Journey Ends
- Dorze village
- Rock-hewn churches
- Mursi Tribe
- Dasenech people
A Magical Journey Awaits!
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Ethiopia Safari : Omo Valley
KEY: B Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner
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DAY 1 ADDIS ABABA
Welcome to Africa! As you arrive in Addis Ababa, you will be met by your guide transferred to the Jupter Hotel for your first night in Africa!
Overnight: Jupiter Hotel (B)
DAY 2 LANGANO
After breakfast this morning, you will be met in the hotel lobby for your transfer for approximately 6-7 hours to Langano, stopping en-route for lunch.
Drive south to the Rift Valley Lake of Langano visiting the rock-hewn church of Adadi Mariam that is believed to be the southern most church founded by King Lalibela, the pre-historic archeological site of Melka Kunture, and the stelea field of Tiya (UNESCO World Heritage Site). At Lake Langano, enjoy swimming and bird watching
Overnight: Sabana Beach Resort (B, L, D)
DAY 3 ARBA MINCH
Today, your journey continues as you transfer 9 hours to Arba Minch, enjoying lunch and photo opportunities en-route. This afternoon, you will arrive to the Paradise Lodge for your next two nights.
Drive from Langano to Arba Minch through the fertile land of Wolayta and Alaba regions, The Alaba people are very famous for their beautiful home painting style. And on the way visit Sinkile Wild life Sanctuary, here you will see the endemic Swain’s heart best and other mammals.
Overnight: Paradise Lodge (B, L, D)
DAY 4 ARBA MINCH
After breakfast drive to Chencha, to visit the Dorze village, the Dorze people are well known for the weaving tradition and their attractive elephant shaped traditional hut made from bamboo and false banana tree leafs , here you will also see the daily activity of the Doreze people, drive back to Arba Minch for lunch and in the afternoon you will have a boat trip on lake Chamo one of the rift valley lakes, on this lake you will visit the Crocodile Market where you can see large number of crocodiles, different aquatic birds and hippos.
Overnight: Paradise Lodge (B, L, D)
DAY 5 JINKA
This morning you will drive approximately 8-9 hours south to Jinka visiting the villages of the Konso people who are renowned for their colorful hand-woven cotton clothes and beautiful rock terraces. (If the day is Thursday, stop on your way at Key Afer to visit the most colorful multicultural market in the Lower Omo Valley, which is attended, by the tribal groups of Ari, Benna, and Tsemai.)
Overnght: Jinka Resort Hotel (B, L, D)
DAY 6 JINKA
Today, you will have an excursion to the Mago National Park and visit the people of Mursi who are typically known for the clay lip plates of the women. Then, drive back to Jinka and visit the Cultural Museum of the People of the Lower Omo Valley.
Overnight: Jinka Resort Hotel (B, L, D)
DAY 7 TURMI
Drive today approximately 7 hours to Turmi – the village of the Hamer people whose women are noted for their typical hairdressing, and leather skirts. (If today is Saturday or Tuesday, you will have a stop at the colorful weekly market of the Hamer and the Benna people at Dimeka.)
Overnight: Buska Lodge (B, L, D)
DAY 8 TURMI
In the morning, you will have an excursion to Omo Rate to visit the Dasenech people who are the southernmost people of the country and are known for their scarifications. Then, with a picnic lunch stop at Murulle, head to Korcho – the village of the Karo people. (OR if the day is Saturday or Tuesday, have an excursion in the afternoon to visit the colorful weekly market of the Hamer at Dimeka, or if Monday at Turmi.)
Overnight: Buska Lodge (B, L, D)
DAY 9 YABELLO
Drive to Yabello with a stop at the villages of the nomadic people of Erbore.
Overnight: Yabello Motel (B, L, D)
DAY 10 AWASSA
Head to the north visiting the nomadic people of Borena, and the other people of Sidama who are renowned for their cultivation of Enset or False Banana.
Overnight: Tadesse Enjori (B, L, D)
DAY 11 YOUR JOURNEY ENDS
Visiting the ‘Fish Market’ at the Shore of Lake Awassa, drive back to Addis visiting the chains of the Rift Valley Lakes of Langano, Abiyatta, Shalla, and Ziway. Have a free afternoon in Addis. In the evening before departure, have a fare well dinner party at one of the best traditional restaurants where you will see the folkloric dances of the people of Ethiopia, and taste the variety of Ethiopian meals.
Then, be transferred to the airport for your departure
A Magical Journey Awaits!
Talk To a Ethiopia Safari Specialist today! Call (800) 405-9463
Ethiopia Safari Cost
FROM $2,705 per person sharing double occupancy
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INCLUDED:
Besides what is listed above, the following additional items are included in your trip price:
- National parks and concession fees
- Services of professional English-speaking guides and staff
- Comprehensive safari preparation
EXCLUDED:
- Items of personal nature
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities (estimate approx. $15 per person per day)
- Excess baggage fees
- Airport departure taxes
- Passport and visa fees
- International airfare (available upon request)
Booking Conditions
Rothschild Safaris: Terms and Conditions applicable on all tours. Cancellation insurance is highly recommended.
Deposit Requirements: 20% per person deposit is required to confirm the booking. Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure.
Additional Information
- Packing list, detailed information on each country, a suggested reading list, medical information, and other pertinent travel information will be sent to you once your safari is booked.
- International flights can be arranged upon request utilizing our excellent consolidator airfares.
- All of our safaris can be customized to suit your specific interests, time frame and budget.
A Magical Journey Awaits!