3-Day Cultural Tour in South Omo Valley: Explore the Ethiopian Tribes and Their Unique Traditions
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Addis Ababa
Embark on a 3-day cultural tour in South Omo Valley, Ethiopia, and delve into the unique traditions of the local tribes. Explore the diverse cultures, customs, and ceremonial events with Omo Valley Tours!
Duration: 3 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

fly from Addis Ababa to Jinka

Mago National Park - In the morning take a flight to Jinka on arrival you will drive to Turmi home of the Hamer people The Hamer, or Hamar, is an Omotic community inhabiting southwestern Ethiopia. They inhabit the territory east of the Omo River and have villages in Turmi and Dimeka. The 2007 national census reported 46,532 people in this ethnic group, of whom 957 were urban inhabitants. They are known for their practice of body adornment and wearing a multitude of colorful beads. Women adorn their necks with heavy polished iron jewelry. The Hamer men have a reputation of being less than adoring husbands. The women submit to the ritual floggings proudly and love to show the deep scars that are regarded as proof of devotion to their husbands. on the way visit Bana village.

What's Included
  • Accommodation with breakfast included
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • English-speaking guide
  • All fees and taxes included
What's Not Included
  • lunch and dinner
  • tip
Additional Information

The Lower Omo River in southwest Ethiopia is home to eight different tribes whose population is about 200,000. Visiting the communities of the Omo Valley is a privilege. Each of the tribes in this region has a unique culture and way of life. Almost all of the tribes differ in language, clothing, food, and traditions.

Omo Valley Tours offers unique local-led tribal and ethnic visits, exclusively exploring the Omo region in the south of Ethiopia. We will assist you in discovering the most ethnically diverse cultures, customs, and ceremonial events, including the most isolated areas of the Omo Valley. Discover the farmers, artisans, and craftsmen maintaining their ancestral tradition and workmanship. Using our guide knowledge and experience, we consult and design remote and less-traveled routes to meet your specific needs.

Location
Bole Addis Ababa International Airport
ending point will be Addis Ababa Bole airport
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Yuchial2024
May 6, 2024
3days South Omo Valley - So lucky to go with Liyu tour, every thing were arrange well, included vehicle, accomodations, meals...so that I did enjoy the tour, I would like to join their tour again. Guide and driver were all responsible and took care of me in every detail, thank you.
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Destination605103
Apr 14, 2024
3 day tour - Excellent 3 day tour ro south of Ethiopia with its authentic tribes. The guide was great and took care of us. Thank you so much for the team
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