Embark on a 5-day adventure through Ethiopia’s vibrant Omo Valley, where you’ll encounter diverse ethnic groups, witness unique cultural traditions, and explore stunning landscapes.
Arba Minch - Transfer from your hotel to Addis Abeba Bole International Airport for your internal flight south to Arbaminch. Southern region is noted for its enormous variety of peoples &culture. Up on arrival at Arbaminch meet your driver and transfer to your accommodation.Then in the afternoon short drive to visit the Dorze tribe who lives on the Guge Mountain. The Dorze are renowned for their cotton-weaving techniques and beehive shaped houses constructed entirely from organic materials. Here in their village you can see the unique beehive huts, observe their exceptional cotton weaving skills and learn about their life and traditions.
Paradise Lodge Turmi
- Airport and departure taxes
- Accommodation
- Government Taxes
- Entrance fee as per program
- All meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- English-speaking guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Gratuities
- Domestic Flight
This stellar travel plan takes you on an extraordinary journey through the captivating Southern area of Ethiopia, a region known for its remarkable natural and cultural attractions, including the renowned Omo Valley. This gives you a unique opportunity to come across and explore some of the lesser-known, vibrant, and mysterious ethnic communities in this incredibly varied Ethiopian region. While here, you’ll gain insights into the traditional culture of the various ethnic communities residing in this part of the nation.
Enjoy the opportunity to mix with and learn about: The Mursi Tribe, famous for their lip-plates; The Hamer, known for their bull jumping initiation rite; The Konso, admirable for their meticulously-terraced landscapes, high-quality woven fabrics, and carved totems used as grave decorations; The Karo, well-known for their appealing body art; The Dassenech (Gelab); The Ari, recognized for their attractive lush villages; and The Dorze, renowned cotton weavers. The itinerary also includes the vivacious local market visit.
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