4 Days Omo Valley Tribe Tours
Day 1: Fly from Addis to Arba Minch. Drive to Konso
Upon arrival in Arba Minch, we will drive to the Dorze village, located high in the Gughe Mountains. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to observe the traditional lifestyle and unique culture of the Dorze people. Afterward, we will continue our journey to Konso, known for its rich heritage and stunning landscapes.
Day 2: Omo Karo people at Kolcho village on the banks of the Omo river
The Karo people are renowned for their exceptional body painting, a tradition that highlights their vibrant culture. This evening, we’ll visit a Hamar village near our accommodation. The Hamar people take great pride in their appearance, with women often wearing beautifully braided, red-dyed hair and leather skirts adorned with shells. The village remains largely untouched by Western influences, preserving its traditional way of life. Homes are built using local materials like mud, wood, and thatch, and each village is typically made up of an extended family unit of 10-15 huts clustered closely together, with daily life revolving around these communal spaces.
Day 3: Driving across dry sandy plains to Key Afar
We’ll visit a small museum that offers valuable insights into the tribal customs and traditions of the region. Afterward, you can take an optional walk down to the town, where you’ll have the chance to meet locals and experience the vibrant community. We’ll then drive to our accommodation to relax and unwind for the evening.
Day 5: Early start today as we drive from the fertile soils,
Travel across the dry plains until reaching Arba Minch, a fertile valley known for its Ensete (false bananas), which gives the town its name, meaning ‘Forty Springs.’ The area is rich in fruit production. Continue your journey into the Chencha Mountains to visit a Dorze village, famous for their exquisite weaving in wool and cotton—perfect for shopping! The Dorze people live in distinctive, tall, beehive-shaped homes. We’ll have the chance to visit one of these homes, witness the weaving process, and learn about the many uses of the ‘false’ banana. After a picnic lunch, we’ll drive to Lake Chamo for a boat trip, where we’ll search for enormous crocodiles and, if lucky, catch a glimpse of a hippopotamus. After this exciting adventure, we’ll return to the airport for your flight back to Addis Ababa.
Tour Includes
- Domestic flights
- All entrance fee and licenses
- All cooking equipment and meals for trekking & camping
- Camping equipment
- 4x4 Toyota Landcruiser for airport pick-up and transfer to the park
- Driver’s allowance and fuel expenses
- English speaking /guide
- Government taxes
- Service charge
Tour Excludes
- International flight
- Travel insurance
- Visa fee
- Video camera and/or photo fees
- Tips for drivers, guides (at your discretion)
- Any other personal expenses
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