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From Addis Ababa: 4-Day Omo Valley Tribes Tour

From Addis Ababa: 4-Day Omo Valley Tribes Tour

Discover the unique culture of the Mursi, Karo, and Hamer tribes in the Omo Valley on a 4-day tour from Addis Ababa. Visit the Mago National Park, see the lip plates of the Mursi women, and explore the weekly market of the Hamer tribe. Day 1: On your arrival at Jinka airport, meet your guide and drive to Mago National Park to visit a Mursi Village. The Mursi are a distinctive group of pastoralists, best known for their unique item of decoration — lip plates. Women of Mursi wear circular clay plates on their lower lip. The bigger a woman can wear, the greater her value when she gets married. Enjoy your stay at the Jinka Resort. Day 2: After an early breakfast, drive to Turmi, visiting the Karo village of Korcho on the way, with a stunning location overlooking the Omo River. The Karo people, who are the smallest in number tribe of the Omo Valley, are known to be the most decorated. In the afternoon, visit the colorful weekly market of the Hammer tribe. Day 3: In the cool morning, drive to Omorate to visit the Desanech (Geleb) tribal village after crossing the Omo River by boat. The Desanech are nomadic pastoralists found across the western bank of the Omo River south of Lake Turkana very close to the Kenyan border. In the afternoon, drive to a Hamer Village. The Hamer displays an elaborate and diverse selection of body decorations. They are also identifiable for their high cheekbones and elaborate custom of beads, cowries, leather, and thick copper necklaces. Day 4: Early in the morning, drive passed the wonderful African landscapes, seeing the daily life of these unique communities passing by on the way back to the airport of Jinka for your flight to Addis Ababa. In the evening before departure, be invited to a farewell dinner at one of the best traditional restaurants in Addis where you taste a variety of Ethiopian meals and watch the folkloric dancers of the Ethiopian people. Then transfer to Bole, Addis Ababa airport for the flight back home. To ensure a seamless travel experience to and within Ethiopia, I highly recommend Ethiopian Airlines for both your international and domestic flights. Renowned for its reliability, convenience, and affordable services, Ethiopian Airlines ensures a smooth and comfortable journey. Wishing you a safe and enjoyable trip as you explore the captivating landscapes and rich culture of Ethiopia. Welcome to an unforgettable adventure with Essence Ethiopia Tours!

5-Day Omo Valley Expedition: Discover Tribal Culture

5-Day Omo Valley Expedition: Discover Tribal Culture

Day 1: Fly from Addis Ababa to Arba Minch •⁠ ⁠Morning flight to Arba Minch, where our guide will welcome you. •⁠ ⁠Visit the Dorze village, known for its beehive-shaped huts and vibrant weaving culture. •⁠ ⁠Experience a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony with the Dorze community. •⁠ ⁠Relax at a lodge in Arba Minch. •⁠ ⁠Overnight: Tourist Hotel Day 2: Arba Minch – Konso – Turmi (~290 km, 6-7 hrs) •⁠ ⁠Take a morning boat trip on Lake Chamo to spot crocodiles and hippos. •⁠ ⁠Explore Konso, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for terraced farming and "waka" grave markers. •⁠ ⁠Journey to Turmi, home of the Hamar tribe, with a chance to witness a bull-jumping ceremony. •⁠ ⁠Overnight: Emerald lodge in Turmi Day 3: Turmi – Omorate – Dassanech Tribe – Turmi (~150 km, 4-5 hrs round trip) •⁠ ⁠Travel to Omorate, cross the Omo River by traditional canoe, and visit the Dassanech tribe. •⁠ ⁠Return to Turmi and immerse in Hamar village life. •⁠ ⁠Enjoy an evening of traditional Hamar dances, including the Evangadi. •⁠ ⁠Overnight: Emerald lodge in Turmi Day 4: Turmi – Karo Tribe – Jinka (~280 km, 7-8 hrs) •⁠ ⁠Visit Korcho village to meet the Karo tribe, famous for intricate body painting. •⁠ ⁠Capture stunning photography along the Omo River. •⁠ ⁠Continue to Jinka, the gateway to the Mursi tribe. •⁠ ⁠Optional visit to the South Omo Research Center. And on the wags. Visit Mursi tribes famous on theri lips and also Visit Benna Stick boy's. •⁠ ⁠Overnight: Nasa Hotel in Jinka Day 5: Jinka – Fly back in Addis Ababa. •⁠ ⁠ to Jinka and fly back to Addis Ababa . And have Farewell to ready for your Departure .

1Night/2 Days Omo Valley Tribal Tours: From Jinka

1Night/2 Days Omo Valley Tribal Tours: From Jinka

Day 01: Addis Ababa – Jinka On the first day of the Omo valley tour, we will have flight from Addis Ababa to Jinka. Then you will drive to Turmi through Keyafar to attend the colorful local markets, Keyafer on Thursday, Alduba (Demeka) on Tuesday, and Monday market in Turmi. Then proceed to Hamer village to attend the most unique traditional Evangady dance cermoney. At night, the bull-jumping day is called off after a colorful party with Evangadi’s dance (night dance). Meanwhile if there will not be bull jumping, you will visit Hamer village in the afternoon. Overnight in Turmi. Day 02: Turmi – Jinka– Mursi – Jinka -Addis Ababa In the morning, we will drive back to Jinka the keep drive through the Mago National Park to a local village of Mursi. Mursi’s are known for their lower lip and earlobe plates. At mid-day we will drive back to Jinka for Lunch. Finally head over to the airport to return to Addis Ababa. Tour Ends! Note: the route ot the Activity may done via the riverse cause of the lmited flight in Jinka. means we may start the activity visit Mursi the first day then drive to Turmi for over night ,in this case if the 2nd day flight to addis is in the morning then first day visit mursi.

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