Duration
8-Day
Mago National Park, Ethiopia
Ethiopia's Great Rift Valley is known for its terracing, weaving, and body adornments. Female adornment promotes attractiveness and proclaims social rank. Famous for its unusual settlements, the Mursi tribe has large terra cotta on their extended lower lips and earlobes.
Plan snapshot
Duration
8-Day
Route
Addis Ababa to Addis Ababa (City)
Via Lake Langano, Arba Minch (City), Lake Chamo
Country & park
Ethiopia / Mago National Park
Style
Mid-range shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
4 years
Activities
boat trip
Accommodation
Cassiopeia Hotel - Mid-range hotel in Addis Ababa (City) – Breakfast Included
Meals
Breakfast Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
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Currency
USD
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
USD
Before booking
Quote flow
This mid-range tour uses lodges and resorts.
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 3 people per vehicle.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Single travelers can join this group tour.
The minimum age for this tour is 4 years.
Day 1
Mid-range hotel in Addis Ababa (City) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 2
Mid-range resort at Lake Langano – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 3
Mid-range hotel in Arba Minch (City) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 4-5
Mid-range lodge in Turmi (Lower Omo Valley) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 6
Budget hotel in Lower Omo Valley (Cultural Village) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 7
Mid-range hotel in Arba Minch (City) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 8
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Tour step
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
You will arrive at Bole International Airport. After a warm reception by the LET guide and driver, you will be transferred to your hotel. You will enjoy a city tour of Addis Ababa including the panoramic viewpoint of Entoto Mountain, Merkato, said to be Africa’s largest market of its kind, and the National Museum (home of Lucy, hominid skeleton dating back 3.2 million years) and the ethnographic museums. Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 2
You will depart south from Addis via the Great Rift Valley, stopping on the way at Lake Ziway to visit the bountiful birdlife at the shores of the lake including one of the biggest birds: The marabou stork. After the visit, you will drive to Lake Langano for an overnight stay. Mid-range resort located at Lake Langano Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
In the morning, you will continue driving to Arba Minch. On the way, you will ascend into the Gughe Mountains to visit the Dorze people, who are known for their tall beehive-like houses and their fine cotton weaving. Market days in Dorze village are Mondays and Thursdays while Chencha Markets gather on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Dorze village is located in Ethiopia and is famous for its unique architecture, including iconic elephant-shaped thatched huts. The villagers are known for their skill in weaving and creating intricate textiles, as well as their sustainable agricultural practices. Dorze village offers visitors a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Ethiopian people. Mid-range hotel located in Arba Minch (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
In the morning, you will take a boat cruise over Lake Chamo to visit the crocodile market and hippo pods. Afterwards, you will drive to Turmi. On the way, you will stop at Konso. Konso village is a UNESCO World Heritage site located in Ethiopia known for its unique terraced farmland, traditional walled compounds, and rich cultural heritage of the Konso people. The village is a popular tourist destination for its well-preserved architecture, intricate stone carvings, and community-based social system that has been passed down through generations. It offers visitors a glimpse into the traditional way of life of the Konso people and a chance to learn about their history and customs. Mid-range lodge located in Turmi (Lower Omo Valley) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
In the morning, you will drive to Omorate and cross the Omo River by local boat to visit the Dasennech community (also known as the Galeb community ). Afterward, you will return to Turmi. If there is a Jumping of the Bulls traditional Hamer wedding ceremony, it will be visited. Monday is market day in Turmi. Mid-range lodge located in Turmi (Lower Omo Valley) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
In the morning, you will have a trip to Kara Village. The Kara tribe is an indigenous group living in the Omo Valley region of Ethiopia, known for their unique body painting traditions, intricate scarification practices, and craftsmanship of ceramic pottery. The community relies on agriculture and fishing for their livelihood and has preserved their cultural heritage through their traditional way of life. You can immerse yourself in the rich cultural experiences of the Kara community, witnessing their rituals, ceremonies, and vibrant artistic expressions. In the afternoon, you will drive to Jinka. Late afternoon, you will visit Ari village. Budget hotel located in Lower Omo Valley (Cultural Village) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
In the morning, you will drive to Mago National Park to visit the Mursi village. The Mursi village is a pastoral and semi-nomadic community located in the Omo Valley of Ethiopia, known for its distinct lip plates worn by women as a symbol of beauty and cultural identity. The Mursi are also recognized for their intricate body paintings, unique hairstyles, and skilled craftsmanship in pottery and jewelry making. The Mursi people have a strong connection to their ancestral lands and traditions, leading a lifestyle that is closely tied to nature and community values. Visitors to the region can engage with the Mursi, learn about their way of life, and appreciate their rich cultural heritage. After the visit, you will drive to Arbaminch on the way to visit Konso village. Mid-range hotel located in Arba Minch (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 8
You'll depart Arba Minch and drive back to Addis Ababa via Butajira. On the way, you will visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Tiya. In the evening, you will enjoy a farewell party featuring a cultural dinner, a traditional special buffet, and local drinks to immerse yourself in Ethiopia's unique cuisine and beverages. Following the farewell party, we will transfer you to Bole International Airport for your international departure, ensuring a memorable experience in Ethiopia. End of the tour. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
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)
Offered by
Liyu is an Amharic word which means “unique” in English. Liyu Ethiopia Tours is established to promote and market Ethiopia as a major tourist destination in the world. Liyu Ethiopia in the tourism sector carries the objective of maximizing the satisfaction of its customers through its professional and experienced staff, who are always ready to render courtesy and personalized service in all areas of its operations. If you are planning a tour to Ethiopia, contact us for expert recommendation and
Office In
Ethiopia
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2017)
Tour Types
Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
Ethiopia
Traveler feedback
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Etiopia is my 86th visited country. Our group of ten girls and one men has chosen Liyu Ethiopian Tours as one of my friends recommended me Yhun Ejigu. I am usually sceptic reading reviews this and that one is the best but I can guarantee Yhun is the best with abilities you can not learn in schools. Although he can not understand Hungarian he could read sighns on our face and our bodylanguage and reacted immediately. Ethiopia is safe, wonderful, heart touching, a must to see. We will never forget our memories and Liyu Ethiopian Tours, without them the ten spent days wouldn’t be so fantastic that it was. We are very thankful.
Tunde Toth · Hungary
Liyu Ethiopia Tours & Travel has the perfect team to make you fall in love with Africa — especially with Ethiopia’s ancient culture, breathtaking nature, and fascinating tribes. Our 10-day tour was not only perfectly organized but also thoughtfully tailored to our needs. The guides were knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and had a great sense of humor. The drivers were kind and professional, and we felt safe throughout the entire journey. Traveling with Liyu Ethiopia Tours was pure joy — full of adventure, unforgettable experiences. We came home with thousands of photos — but even more, with beautiful memories and new friends. It was the trip of a lifetime!
Anita Darida-Sarkozi · Hungary
Having been let down at 7am on the day of a tour by another provider, I signed up to do a cooking class. This was so worthwhile. It is not simply about just the food, you get a glimpse into the life and living of the inhabitants of Addis. Liyu Ethiopia Tours were excellent hosts. I was collected from my hotel at 10am, communication was excellent. A young gentleman called Oli collected me from my hotel with a driver. For young man his knowledge of food, ingredients and Ethiopian food was extraordinary, and really added to my experience. In summary a tour round Sola market to walk through the food quarter, which is really insightful and then to his family home for a simply brilliant time learning how to cook with the ingredients we had just purchased. The watchful of Gran was a real bonus too. I cannot speak too highly of this. Book this tour for a real experience above and beyond cooking.
Ade · United Kingdom
This is my second time traveling with Yhun from Liyu agency. After booking an extremely successful trip to the north of Ethiopia, this time we toured Addis. Yhun knows all the less-visited spots, and can accommodate a visit in both rain and sunshine. He is very pleasant, extremely reliable and I wholeheartedly recommend him. But I won't tell you all the sector places he took me- you have to come and find out for yourselves....
Dr. Raya Leibowitz · Israel
Practical answers
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 4 years and older. Children under 13 receive a discount and children under 9 are free.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Cassiopeia Hotel - Mid-range hotel in Addis Ababa (City) – Breakfast Included. Meals: Breakfast Included
This tour starts and ends in Addis Ababa
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
This tour is offered by Liyu Ethiopia Tour and Travel, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
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 Liyu Ethiopia Tour and Travel.
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