Itinerary

Day 1

Depart south from Addis via the Rift Valley Lakes, stopping on in Lake Ziway on the way to visit the local birds. Overnight in Awassa (hotel).

Day 2

In the morning, take a boat trip on Lake Awassa to visit the fish market. Afterwards, we will continue driving to Dorze. The Dorze people are known for their tall beehive-like houses and their well-woven cotton cloths. Overnight in Dorze in traditional hut.

Day 3

In the morning, visit the local market in Dorze (Monday and Thursday) or Chencha (Tuesday and Saturday). Afterwards, continue driving to Arba Minch. In the afternoon, take a boat ride on Lake Chamo to visit the crocodile market and hippo pods. Overnight in Arba Minch at hotel of your choice. Overnight in Arba Minch (hotel).

Day 4

After breakfast, we will continue driving to Turmi. On the way, we will stop in Erbore, to visit the Erbore tribe (market day is Friday). Overnight in Turmi, camping or in lodge. In the night, you can see the traditional night dancing of the Hamer people, known as Evangadi.

Day 5

In the morning, drive to Omorate where you will cross the Omo River by local boat and visit the Dasennech tribes. Afterwards, you will return to Turmi and, if there is Jumping of the Bulls traditional Hamer wedding ceremony, we will visit. Overnight in Turmi camping or in lodge.

Day 6

Today, continue to Jinka, via Dimeka (market on Tuesday and Saturday) and Key Afar. The Dimeka market is one of the most colorful markets in the region, attracting people from many different tribes. It is a wonderful experience for all visitors. Overnight in Jinka (hotel).

Day 7

In the morning, drive to Mago National Park to visit the Mursi tribes, who are known for their lower lip and earlobe plates. Afterwards, return to Jinka to visit the local museum to learn more about the tribes. In the afternoon, take a hike in the local hills to visit a village of the Ari people. Overnight in Jinka (hotel).

Day 8

After breakfast, depart Jinka, driving to Konso. On the way, stop at the market in Key Afar (Thursdays), which is one of the most colorful markets in the south. Here you can meet the Benna people. Afterwards, continue to Konso (market days are Mondays and Thursdays) for overnight (hotel).

Day 9

In the morning, visit a local Konso village and the natural New York village. The Konso people are known for their totems erected in honor of the dead and their intricate agricultural terracing techniques. Afterwards, continue driving to Langano. On the way, we will stop in Wondo Genet, where you can relax and take a swim in the hot spring pools. Overnight at Lake Langano – lakeside camping or in lodge.

Day 10

After a morning swim in the lake, we will visit lakes Abiatta and Shala. Lake Shala is a very deep crater lake (over 260 meters deep!) and Lake Abiatta is a soda lake, which attracts thousands of flamingos. After the visit, continue back to Addis.

Extra Information

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Entrance fees

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Lunch

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This tour itinerary is flexible; please contact us directly to discuss further details.