3-Day Special Omo Valley Tour
Highlights
Jinka, Addis Ababa
nature, rural, cultural, photography, historical
Tour Type
nature, rural, cultural, photography, historical
Private Tour
3 Days
Easy
English, German
Description
This tour is to the remote tribes of the Omo Valley to witness some of the last remaining authentic tribes on the African continent. Being isolated from the fast-moving world for thousands of years because of its remote location.
This tour will take you to the east and west sides of the Omo River. On this trip, you will visit the Konso, Hammer, Karo, Erbore and Muris tribes. You will spend enough time visiting their villages, intermingling with the different tribes, learning about their lifestyle, attending ceremonies and rituals, and taking photos.
Besides the unique culture it is an experience in an amazing landscape and nature area of Ethiopia.
Itinerary
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Addis Ababa - Jinka
- Today you fly to Jinka, upon arrival at Jinka airport Eyayaw Tours team will be waiting for you at the exit door of the airport then you will drive to Mago national park to visit a Mursi Village. The Mursi are undoubtedly the most celebrated residents of South Omo, are a distinctive group of pastoralists. The Mursi are best known for their unique item of decoration — lip plates.
- Women of Mursi wear circular clay plates on their lower lip and the bigger a woman can wear, the greater her value when she gets married. After driving back to Jinka you can enjoy the nice setting of the lodge.
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Jinka – Karo- Turmi
- This morning, you will drive to Turmi to visit the Kara tribe, who reside on the shore of the Omo River. The Kara are the masters in body and face painting, which they practice daily.
- Before their rituals and dances, they carefully paint their faces and bodies, as well as the faces of their friends, using various-colored soil, minerals, plant pigments, flowers, white chalk, and black charcoal. Men are decorated with red clay hair buns they have prepared for days.
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Turmi - Omorate - Turmi
- In the cool morning, we will drive to Omorate to visit the Desanech (Geleb) tribal village by boat after crossing the Omo River. The Desanech are nomadic pastoralists found across the western bank of the Omo River south of Lake Turkana, which is very close to the Kenyan border.
- Late in the afternoon, we will drive to 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. In the same village, we might enjoy seasonal cultural activities.
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Jinka - Addis Ababa
- Early in the morning, you will drive to Jinka airport for your flight to Addis Ababa.
- Enjoy the scenic drive along traditional villages, the country side life and the wonderful nature of the south.
- In the evening before departure, you will be invited to a farewell dinner at one of the best traditional restaurants in Addis, where you can 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 home or to your hotel.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Know Before You Go
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.
Price
| Adult | |
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| 1 to 8 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 8 | /person |
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This is a private tour |
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