Duration
10-Day
Accra, Ethiopia
10-Day Danakil Adventure -Omo Valley Cultural Discovery
Overview
You'll journey through Ethiopia's extremes--from the molten lava of Erta Ale and the surreal colors of Dallol to the vibrant cultures of the Omo Valley. Meet iconic tribes, witness ancient traditions, explore UNESCO landscapes, cruise Lake Chamo, and experience Ethiopia's rich history, wildlife, and unforgettable cultural diversity.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Addis Ababa to Addis Ababa (City)
Via Hamad Ela (Village), Erta Ale Volcano (Danakil Depression), Addis Ababa (City)
Country & park
Ethiopia
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
8 years
Activities
nature hikes/walks & boat trip
Accommodation
Jano Hotel - Mid-range hotel in Addis Ababa (City) – Breakfast Included
Meals
Breakfast Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$3,190 USD
$3,168 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$2,750 USD
$2,728 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 8 years and older. Children under 9 receive a discount.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. Flights may cost more, depending on travel dates. If so, your quote will reflect this.
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Route
country
Ethiopia
Start
Addis Ababa (Day 1)
Day 2
Hamad Ela (Village)
Day 3
Erta Ale Volcano (Danakil Depression)
Day 4
Addis Ababa (City)
Day 5-7
Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)
Day 8-9
Arba Minch (City)
End
Addis Ababa (City) (Day 10)
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget tour includes camping and lodges.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
8
Minimum age of 8 years
The minimum age for this tour is 8 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: nature hikes/walks & boat trip
Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle & air transfer
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Jano Hotel
Mid-range hotel in Addis Ababa (City) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 2
Budget camping Hamad Ela (Village) – All Meals Included
Hamad Ela (Village) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3
Budget camping Erta Ale Volcano (Danakil Depression) – All Meals Included
Erta Ale Volcano (Danakil Depression) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
Jano Hotel
Mid-range hotel in Addis Ababa (City) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 5
Emerald Lodge Turmi Mid-range lodge in Turmi (Lower Omo Valley) – Breakfast Included +11 Photos +10 Photos
Mid-range lodge in Turmi (Lower Omo Valley) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 6-7
Jinka Resort Budget hotel in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley) – Breakfast Included
Budget hotel in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 8-9
Paradise Lodge
Mid-range lodge in Arba Minch (City) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 10
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Addis Ababa City Tour
Upon arrival in Addis Ababa, you'll meet your guide and begin exploring Ethiopia’s bustling capital. You'll visit Mount Entoto for panoramic views, St. George’s Cathedral, and the National Museum, home to the fossil “Lucy.” You'll stroll through Merkato, Africa’s largest open-air market, and enjoy Ethiopian coffee at a local café. Overnight stay: Hotel in Addis Ababa. Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Addis Ababa (City) Stay: Jano Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 2
Fly Addis Ababa – Semera – Drive to Hamed Ela
You'll fly from Addis Ababa to Semera, then drive through the Afar region toward Hamed Ela. You'll stop at Lake Afdera, a sparkling salt lake where you can enjoy a refreshing swim. You will continue to Hamed Ela, your base for exploring the Danakil Depression. In the evening, you will visit Lake Asale for a mesmerizing sunset over the salt flats. Overnight stay: Open-air camping at Hamed Ela. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Hamad Ela (Village) Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Dallol Salt Caravans – Drive to Erta Ale
After breakfast, you'll journey to Dallol, one of the most colorful and hottest places on Earth. You will explore its surreal sulfur pools and mineral formations. You'll witness camel caravans transporting salt blocks, an ancient Afar tradition. In the afternoon, you will drive to Erta Ale base camp and begin your evening trek to see the molten lava lake glowing under the night sky. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Erta Ale Volcano (Danakil Depression) Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Erta Ale – Semera Fly to Addis Ababa
You'll enjoy sunrise at the Erta Ale crater before breakfast. Then, you'll drive back to Afdera and continue to visit the village of Hamed Ela. Afterward, you will proceed to Semera Airport for your late afternoon flight to Addis Ababa, where you can relax and unwind after the intense desert journey. Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Addis Ababa (City) Stay: Jano Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 5
Fly Addis Ababa – Jinka – Drive to Turmi
You'll fly to Jinka, then drive through the scenic Omo Valley to Turmi. You'll visit the Hamer tribe, known for their body scarification, unique hairstyles, and rich cultural traditions. The famous bull-jumping ceremony may be witnessed if it happens by chance. En route, you will visit the Banna tribe before continuing to Turmi for the night. Mid-range lodge located in Turmi (Lower Omo Valley) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Jinka (Lower Omo Valley) Stay: Emerald Lodge Turmi Mid-range lodge located in Turmi (Lower Omo Valley) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
Turmi – Karo – Nyangatom – Jinka
You'll drive to Murele to visit the Karo people, renowned for their artistic body painting and riverbank settlements. You'll continue to the Nyangatom tribe along the Omo River to learn about their unique traditions and lifestyle. After the visits, you will return to Jinka, passing through Banna and Ari villages for additional cultural encounters. Budget hotel located in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Jinka (Lower Omo Valley) Stay: Jinka Resort Budget hotel located in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
JInka-Mursi-Desanech-Jinka
Early morning drive to the Mursi tribe, known for the lip plates worn by women as a sign of beauty and identity. You'll continue to Omorate to meet the Dassanech tribe, crossing the Omo River by local Boat to explore their village and traditions. You'll return to Jinka in the evening. Overnight stay: Emerald Lodge, Jinka. Budget hotel located in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Jinka (Lower Omo Valley) Stay: Jinka Resort Budget hotel located in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 8
Drive Konso-Arba Minch
You will depart for Arba Minch, stopping in Konso, a UNESCO site known for its terraced hillsides and wooden “waka’’ totems. You'll continue to Arba Minch and visit the Dorze village, famous for its beehive-shaped huts, skilled weaving, and warm traditional coffee ceremonies. Mid-range lodge located in Arba Minch (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Arba Minch (City) Stay: Paradise Lodge Mid-range lodge located in Arba Minch (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 9
Arbaminchi-Chamo Lake Dorze Village
You'll begin the day with a boat trip on Lake Chamo, where you can spot hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife. After the cruise, you will visit the vibrant Dorze village, known for its towering beehive-shaped huts, colorful weaving traditions, and welcoming coffee ceremonies before returning to Arba Minch. Mid-range lodge located in Arba Minch (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Arba Minch (City) Stay: Paradise Lodge Mid-range lodge located in Arba Minch (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 10
Fly Back to Addis Ababa
After lunch, you will enjoy a relaxed afternoon in Addis Ababa or take an optional visit to local markets for souvenirs. In the evening, you'll attend a vibrant cultural dance show at Yod Abyssinia for a memorable farewell dinner. Finally, you'll transfer to Bole International Airport for your onward flight, carrying unforgettable memories of Ethiopia’s natural beauty and diverse cultures. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Addis Ababa (City) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
Camping equipment
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All flights during the tour
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Sleeping bag
Bath towels
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Addis Ababa
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD - Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
On the Go Ethiopia Tours
5.0 operator rating
33 reviews
At On The Go Ethiopia Tours, we specialize in immersive Addis Ababa city tours and unforgettable multi-day adventures across Ethiopia’s stunning historical, cultural, and natural landscapes. Whether you have just a few hours or several days, our tours are led by experienced, licensed local guides passionate about sharing the rich heritage of Ethiopia.
Office In
Ethiopia
Size
20-50 employees (Founded in 2015)
Member Of
ETOA, ETGPA & ATOA
Tour Types
Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
Ethiopia
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Very friendly and kind
It was my first visit to Ethiopia. Very impressive to see around the historical area in Ethiopia. Additionally, a guide and a driver were friendly and I really enjoyed entire tour with them.
Masa · United States
Kena is great tour guide.
We enjoyed a wonderful tour of the National Museum, Entoto, and a walking tour of Mercato. We also enjoyed the palace of Menelik II, very peaceful, and we had a delicious lunch on the way back to town. We also went to Shiromeda market for the best Ethiopian fabrics. Kena explained a lot of the culture and history as well. Great day seeing the sights.
Jim Friedericks · United States
Friendly
Reta is a tour guide that is going to help you in everything you want. He has an spectacular spirit and is goimg to.help you with any concern you have about your trip.
Ignacio Bielma · Mexico
Amazing
Great experience going to Merkato with Kenaw. He is very responsible and knows area and local merchants so can give you great advice where and what to buy for local prices.
Mislav · Croatia
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 8 years and older. Children under 9 receive a discount.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Jano Hotel - Mid-range hotel in Addis Ababa (City) – Breakfast Included. Meals: Breakfast Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Addis Ababa
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by On the Go Ethiopia Tours, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of On the Go Ethiopia Tours.
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