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Ethiopia Safari: Culture, Nature & Wildlife
5.0
35 Ratings
Arba Minch
Discover Ethiopia’s rich culture, nature, and history with South Land Ethiopia Tours. Tailor-made safaris and adventures await in the untouched beauty of East Africa.
Discover Ethiopia’s rich culture, nature, and history with South Land Ethiopia Tours. Tailor-made safaris and adventures await in the untouched beauty of East Africa.
Duration:
3 days
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Chamo Lake - #### Day 1: Morning Lake Chamo Boat Tour
Start the day with a delightful breakfast, then head to Lake Chamo for a 1.5-hour boat tour. During the ride, enjoy sightings of giant Nile crocodiles, fish eagles, and a variety of bird species, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Rift Valley mountains. - Lunch: Return to the city…
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Chamo Lake - #### Day 1: Morning Lake Chamo Boat Tour
Start the day with a delightful breakfast, then head to Lake Chamo for a 1.5-hour boat tour. During the ride, enjoy sightings of giant Nile crocodiles, fish eagles, and a variety of bird species, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Rift Valley mountains. - Lunch: Return to the city for a meal at a local fish restaurant.
- Nechisar National Park Arba Minch - ### Day 1 - Afternoon: After settling in, drive to the Nechisar National Park headquarters to visit the Forty Springs. Take a short walk through the lush bushland and green forests of Nechisar National Park. With some luck, you might spot colobus monkeys, vervet monkeys, Anubis baboons, and various bird species. Explore the area with its numerous springs, and perhaps take a dip in the small swimming pool at Forty Springs.
- Evening: Return to Arbaminch for the night. Overnight at your hotel.
- Arba Minch - ### Day 2: After a delicious breakfast, drive to the crocodile ranch. Learn about the crocodile population, their feeding habits, and receive explanations about their lifestyle. Explore Arba Minch town, including local markets and cultural sites.
- Lunch: Return to the city for a meal at a local fish restaurant.
- Dorze Village - ### Day 2 - Afternoon: After lunch, drive to Dorze village. Discover the lifestyle of the Dorze people, including their food preparation from false banana, cotton weaving, and traditional performances.
- Evening: Return to Arbaminch for the night. Overnight at your hotel.
- Konso Cultural Centre - #### Day 3: Arbaminch to Konso
- Morning: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before driving to Konso, located south of Arbaminch (approximately a 2-hour drive).
- Morning Activities: Visit the industrious Konso people and explore the village of Gamole. See the Konso village and the “New York of Konso,” an eroding plateau with striking “hoodoos” reminiscent of Bryce Canyon in the USA. Observe local life, where cotton is the main cash crop, and admire the beautifully dressed women in their locally woven long dresses. Explore the village’s unique architecture and visit the Konso Cultural Center to learn about their traditions and history.
- Lunch: Enjoy a meal at Konso Kanta Lodge.
- Afternoon: After lunch, drive back to Arbaminch.
- Evening: Overnight at your hotel in Arbaminch.
- Addis Ababa - #### Day 4: Arbaminch to Addis Ababa
- Morning: After a hearty breakfast, drive to Arbaminch Airport for your flight back to Addis Ababa, marking the end of your tour.
What's Included
- Photography fees
- Admission fees
- Bottled water
- On-board WiFi
- Entrance fees
- Security guard fees
- Airport transfers
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Local guide fees
- Boat rental fee
- Photography fees
- Admission fees
- Bottled water
- On-board WiFi
- Entrance fees
- Security guard fees
- Airport transfers
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Local guide fees
- Boat rental fee
What's Not Included
- Bicycle use
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- Bicycle use
- Use of SCUBA equipment
Additional Information
South Land Ethiopia Tours offers customized, specialist safaris across Ethiopia, showcasing the country’s rich culture, nature, wildlife, and stunning landscapes. East Africa, known as the cradle of civilization, is a naturally beautiful region where tribes and clans remain untouched by modernity. If you support ecological tourism and wish to explore…
South Land Ethiopia Tours offers customized, specialist safaris across Ethiopia, showcasing the country’s rich culture, nature, wildlife, and stunning landscapes. East Africa, known as the cradle of civilization, is a naturally beautiful region where tribes and clans remain untouched by modernity. If you support ecological tourism and wish to explore countries in a more humane way, South Land Ethiopia Tours is the ideal budget tour operator for your journey. South Land Ethiopia Tours provides a variety of services and tourism activities, particularly in the southern part of Ethiopia. For adventure seekers, we guide you through breathtaking landscapes, offering a lifetime of experiences at an affordable price. Experience the unique touch of South Land Ethiopia Tours, managed by Andualem Kasshun (Andu for short), who brings a decade of experience in organizing travel excursions focused on culture.
Location
Arba Minch Airport
go to street tourist hotel and the guide meeting you
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(35 Ratings)
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Leahrosem2026
Jan 27, 2026
A trip of a lifetime! - There is a reason why South land Ethiopia Tours is rated so high. This was such a great tour. A trip of a lifetime, that I will never forget. We did the 3 day tour with Andu and his crew. The price was very reasonable in US dollars. Everyday we were picked up and driven to a location. Andu was very knowledgeable about the area, including medicinal plant and birds, which are two things I love. The area is so rich with history, lush plants and lots of sunshine. First day, we went to Lake Chambo for a sunset cruise to see crocodiles and hippos. It was surprising to see so many other birds! Eagles, storks and herons all showed up to say hello. Second day, we hiked through the Nech Sar National Forrest. We had an armed guard who was our guide and Andu was in the back making sure we all made it. We saw many kinds of baboons and monkeys. We didn’t make it all the way to the Gods bridge because it got too hot, but 10 miles later we got to dip in the springs. Third day, we went to the Dorze tribe, which was such a great way to end the tour. Afterwards, we got some Nile Perch! Then we were dropped off at the airport.
Ethiopia is such a beautiful and magnificent country to visit in Africa. I am so glad we chose to visit Arba Minch. If you visit, make sure to use a knowledgeable tour company like Southland Ethiopia Tours.
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Tessemay
Dec 29, 2025
Andualem - Here it is:
“I’m just a door in Ethiopia — carved from old wood, warmed by the highland sun. I’ve seen mountains breathe clouds, heard coffee ceremonies whisper history, and watched centuries pass barefoot across the floor. Still… when you walk through me, even the land pauses like, ‘Yeah. That one belongs here.
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Luelk
Dec 19, 2025
MAKE SURE to book with Andualem for an Amzing trip! - What an amazing trip! Our guide Andualem, truly went above and beyond to ensure we had an excellent experience. If you visit southern Ethiopia, MAKE SURE to book with Andualem! As a local born and raised in the area, Andualem was extremely knowledgeable about the local, culture, history, and wildlife, for a truly authentic experience. His passion for his craft and genuine personality made us feel right at home.
Having visited other regions in Ethiopia in the past, Arba Minch has been my favorite thus far! During our quick 2 day trip we were able to enjoy many different activities including hiking to the 40 springs in Nech Sar National Park, animal viewing on Lake Chamo, visiting with Dorzee village, etc.
Andualem picked us up from the airport with a big 4x4 for safe traveling on off roads. Our trip was thoroughly planned out stopping for refreshments and dining at local restaurants along the way(including fresh Nile Perch). He was eager to answer any questions in English(for me) and Amharic(for my dad). His expertise, attention to detail, and welcoming personality made for a safe and unforgettable trip!
I can’t say enough good things about our trip/guide and would PROUDLY recommend Andualem to all family and friends!
Hope to see you again soon !
You’re friends,
Luel and Kaleb
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Anonymous
Nov 26, 2025
Memorable Arba Minch Adventure - The tour in Arba Minch was impressive—seeing crocodiles up close and walking through the forest made it unforgettable. The guide was exceptionally knowledgeable and made the experience even better.
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Pioneer45073462309
Nov 25, 2025
The best guide - On a tour of Africa, I was able to meet tribal people and experience traditional life and culture. The observation of crocodiles was also powerful and I felt the power of nature. The guides explained everything carefully and it was a safe and enjoyable experience. It's a fascinating tour of wild and cultural coexistence.
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Df304
Nov 10, 2025
Outstanding experience with Andualem - If you are planning a trip to Arbaminch, Ethiopia you should definitely book your trip with Andualem. He is very knowledgeable with the local history, the unique cultures of the various people and the wildlife in the national park. A detailed knowledge about the wild life, identifying the names and medicinal use of the plants and animals. The insights are deep and authentic making the difference between just seeing the park and truly understanding. The whole trip was very organized, from boat trip on the lake to the visit in the Dorze village. We highly recommend Andualem for this adventure
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692bellf
Nov 2, 2025
Arbaminch - We had an amazing time thanks to Andualem, the Dorze village was a once in a life experience. Also, the boat ride on lake Chamo with spectacular views of the Nile Crockodile, Hippos and Eagles. Overall, Andualem is great communicator with lots knowledge of the Arbaminch and it's surroundings, a definite 5 stars.
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117isabelli
Nov 2, 2025
Highly recommend - We were very pleased with our tour operator, Andualem. He was extremely professional, thoughtful, and attentive throughout our trip. Andualem went above and beyond to make sure we had an unforgettable experience in Arba Minch — from organizing every detail perfectly to sharing his deep knowledge of the area. His warm personality and dedication truly made our visit special. I highly recommend Andualem to anyone looking for an exceptional tour experience in Ethiopia!
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Gebregziabherh2025
Jun 23, 2025
Two day visit, but Impressive - Two Day visit(short), but Impressive
I with my family, had a great time in Arba-Minch_the land of natural beauty. It was our first visit. We all are highly exited about the nature of the place_the city, the lakes around the city, Nech Sar National Park, The Dorze Peoples' historical and cultural heritages, The forty water springs in a dark forest and others. We stayed short, but it was vey effective and impressive due to the capability of our tour guide Mr. Andualem. He is young with social and emotional intelligent in addition to his tour guide's knowledge, communication skills, punctuality and overall his experience.
We thank you so much for all your efforts with your team. Hope to see you again in the near future by including our other families and friends.
....Chaw chaw....
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Wengeln
Jun 11, 2025
A trip worth a while - The vibrant energy of this place is infectious. Everywhere you look, there's something new and exciting to discover. The sights are breathtaking, like something out of a dream. And the food, oh the food, it's an explosion of flavors. It's the kind of place that stays with you long after you leave. Every corner turned reveals a hidden gem, waiting to be explored. It's a true feast for the senses, a journey for the soul. This is the kind of experience everyone deserves.
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