Embark on a 4-day private nature, culture, and wildlife tour from Addis Ababa. Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites, experience the vibrant cultures of the Konso and Dorze tribes, and explore stunning landscapes in southern Ethiopia.
Addis Ababa - Steles of Tiya – Butajira – Arba Minch
Tiya World Heritage Site - Next, discover the grave site of the Steles of Tiya (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Here you will see about 40 stone grave markers decorated with carvings and erected in the 14th Century AD.
Butajira - After lunch at Butajira town, pass by the circular Crater Lake Hare Sheitan (Devil’s Lake). Stop at selected outlooks to enjoy the superb view of the Ethiopian section of the Great East African Rift Valley.
Arba Minch – Karat Konso – Arba Minch
Konso - Take an excursion from Arba Minch to Konso (or Karat-Konso) to visit the villages of the tribal people of Konso. The Konso people are noted for colorful clothing, traditional masks and shields, and decorative feathers.
Visit Konso [UNESCO World Heritage Site] famous for its rock terraced agricultural Konso Cultural Landscape, architecturally inspiring villages fenced with huge stones, wooden ceremonial structures, and their colorful hand woven cotton costumes.
Konso - Meet the “King of Konso” who is in charge of governing the nine clans of Konso. Then, visit Konso Museum to have a deeper knowledge of the culture and history of the Konso people.
Arba Minch – Shashemene – Awasa
Dorze Village - After breakfast, drive for an hour to Chencha where you will experience the Dorze Tribe culture by visiting their huge bamboo huts, learning how the Dorze people prepare their bread and porridge from the root of Enset (False Banana Tree).
Awasa - Walk by the shores of Lake Awassa to enjoy the most beautiful sunset of the tour
Awasa – Fish Market of Awasa Lake – Abidjatta Shalla National Park – Addis Ababa
Lake Ziway - Have lunch by the side of the other Rift Valley Lake of Langano – the only Rift Valley Lake of Ethiopia which is free from Bilharziasis and safe for swimming.
On the way back to Addis Ababa, stop at the Rift Valley Lake of Ziway and one of the crater lakes of Bishoftu.
- Family visits
- Private Comfortable Toyota Minivan equipped with air conditioning and seat belts
- Bottled Water and local snacks in the car
- Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony attendance and coffee
- Professional informative English speaking tour guide
- Accommodations
- Meals and drinks
- Gratuities
- And, any expenses which are not mentioned in the “Included” list above
Embark on a four-day exclusive journey of natural beauty, cultural richness, and wildlife experiences from Addis Ababa. This 4-day expedition to southern Ethiopia will take you to Arba Minch, Konso, Dorze, Shashemene, and Awassa.
With the 4-Days Arba Minch, Dorze Tribe, and Awasa Private Guided Tour, you will:
- Explore the two UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Ethiopia - the Steles of Tiya and Konso Cultural Landscapes
- Embellish culturally enriching experience by acquainting with the Konso and Dorze tribes
- Revel in the mesmerizing landscapes of the Rift Valley
- Discover Abiyatta Shalla Lakes National Park
- Experience the Fish Market of Lake Awassa
- Opportunity to sight numerous Ethiopian birds at the Rift Valley Lake of Ziway
- Broaden your knowledge about the Rastafarianism Belief by visiting Jamaican Rastafarian commune at Shashemene
The tour comprises a total drive of approximately 1,300 km. We provide a private, air-conditioned, and spacious Toyota Minivan with seat belts for a comfortable journey. On this private four-day tour from Addis Ababa, you’ll be accompanied by a professional, knowledgeable English-speaking tour guide.
- Please book hotels before booking the tour. Paradise Lodge and Haile Resort in Arba Minch, and Lewi Resort and Haile Resort in Awassa are the best places to stay.
- June, July and August are the rainy season so please prepared accordingly dresswise
- Women are expected to cover hairs when visiting the Adadi Mariam Rock Church
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
