Duration
10-Day
Lake Ziway, Ethiopia
10-Day Omo Valley Cultural Tour
Overview
Explore the breathtaking landscapes and vibrant tribal cultures of Ethiopia's Omo Valley on this 10-day adventure. Starting and ending in Addis Ababa, this tour offers an immersive experience into the lives of the Hamer, Kara, Dassanech, Mursi, Nyangatom, and Ari tribes, while also visiting historical and natural landmarks along the way.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Addis Ababa to Addis Ababa (City)
Via Lake Ziway, Awasa (City), Arba Minch (City)
Country & park
Ethiopia / Lake Ziway
Style
Shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
2 years
Activities
nature hikes/walks & boat trip
Accommodation
Triple-E Hotel and Spa - Mid-range hotel in Addis Ababa (City) – Breakfast Included
Meals
Breakfast Included; Breakfast & Dinner Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$3,223 USD
$3,003 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$3,223 USD
$3,003 USD
Jan 1, 2028 - Dec 31, 2028
$3,223 USD
$3,003 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 2 years and older. Children under 6 are free.
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.
Quote flow
Request Guidance
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators ()
Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
Ethiopia
Start
Addis Ababa (Day 1)
Day 2
Lake Ziway
Day 3
Awasa (City)
Day 4
Arba Minch (City)
Day 5
Lake Chamo
Day 6
Konso (Cultural Village)
Day 7
Turmi (Lower Omo Valley)
Day 8
Jinka (Lower Omo Valley)
Day 9
Mago NP
End
Addis Ababa (City) (Day 10)
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget tour uses tented camps and resorts.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 28 people per vehicle.
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 single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour.
2
Minimum age of 2 years
The minimum age for this tour is 2 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: nature hikes/walks & boat trip
Getting around: minivan, normal 4x4 vehicle & air transfer
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Triple-E Hotel and Spa
Mid-range hotel in Addis Ababa (City) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 2
Haile Resort Ziway
Mid-range hotel at Lake Ziway – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 3
Lewi Resort Hawassa
Mid-range resort in Awasa (City) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 4-5
Mora Heights Hotel Budget hotel in Arba Minch (City) – Breakfast Included +7 Photos +6 Photos
Budget hotel in Arba Minch (City) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 6-7
Paradise Lodge Turmi Budget tented camp near Turmi (Lower Omo Valley) – Breakfast Included +4 Photos +3 Photos
Budget tented camp near Turmi (Lower Omo Valley) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 8-9
Nasa Hotel Budget hotel in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley) – Breakfast Included
Budget hotel in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 10
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Dinner 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 at Bole International Airport, meet the Adefa Tours team. If arriving in the morning, enjoy a guided city tour beginning with the National Museum of Ethiopia to see Lucy, the famous 3.2-million-year-old fossil. Continue to Entoto Park for a scenic walk in the eucalyptus forest and panoramic views of Addis Ababa. Enjoy lunch at the Addis Ababa Cultural Restaurant before visiting Saint George’s Cathedral and exploring Merkato, Africa’s largest open-air market. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Addis Ababa. Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Addis Ababa (City) Stay: Triple-E Hotel and Spa Mid-range hotel located in Addis Ababa (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Addis Ababa – Ziway Lake
After breakfast, drive south along the Butajira Road, passing the Rift Valley escarpment, farmland, and highland villages. Stop at Melka Kunture Archaeological Site to explore prehistoric artifacts, fossils, and stone tools. Continue to Adadi Mariam, Ethiopia’s southernmost rock-hewn church, and visit local priests. Next, explore the UNESCO-listed Tiya Stelae Field with its 36 standing stones engraved with symbolic figures. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing toward Lake Ziway. Take a boat trip to Bird Island to observe its rich birdlife. Overnight at Lake Ziway. Mid-range hotel located at Lake Ziway Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lake Ziway Stay: Haile Resort Ziway Mid-range hotel located at Lake Ziway Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Ziway – Hawassa
Drive from Ziway to Langano Lake, a popular recreational spot for locals. Visit Abijita-Shalla Park to spot flamingos and other wildlife. Continue to Hawassa, stopping in Shashemenie to visit the Rasta community and learn about their culture. Upon arrival in Hawassa, check into your lodge and take a sunset walk by the lakeside, observing local fishermen. Overnight stay in Hawassa. Mid-range resort located in Awasa (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Awasa (City) Stay: Lewi Resort Hawassa Mid-range resort located in Awasa (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Hawassa – Arba Minch
Visit the Hawassa fish market in the morning to see the local fishing industry. Drive to Arba Minch, stopping in Welayeta Sodo for lunch. Continue to visit a Dorze village in the Guge Mountains, known for their tall, elephant-shaped bamboo houses. Arrive in Arba Minch, home to Lake Chamo and Lake Abaya. Overnight at a lodge in Arba Minch. Budget hotel located in Arba Minch (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Arba Minch (City) Stay: Mora Heights Hotel Budget hotel located in Arba Minch (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Lake Chamo & Forty Springs
Take a boat trip on Lake Chamo to see crocodiles, hippopotamuses, and diverse birdlife. Return to Arba Minch for lunch and drive to Forty Springs for a short walk through the forest to the source. Return to Arba Minch and enjoy the sunset from your lodge. Overnight stay at a lodge in Arba Minch. Budget hotel located in Arba Minch (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lake Chamo Stay: Mora Heights Hotel Budget hotel located in Arba Minch (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
Drive to Turmi via Konso
After breakfast, drive to Konso, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its ancient, terraced villages. Continue to Turmi, stopping at Keyafer Market if it is Thursday, where several Omo Valley tribes gather. In the evening, witness the renowned bull-jumping ceremony and Evangadi Dance of the Hamer people and visit a Hamer village. Overnight stay at a lodge in Turmi. Budget tented camp located near Turmi (Lower Omo Valley) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Konso (Cultural Village) Stay: Paradise Lodge Turmi Budget tented camp located near Turmi (Lower Omo Valley) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
Nyangatom & Kara Tribes – Turmi
Visit the Nyangatom (Kangatan) tribe, known for their vibrant culture, colorful adornments, and pastoral lifestyle. Continue to the Kara tribe, celebrated for their striking body paintings and traditional scarification practices. Spend time observing their daily life, small-scale farming, and cultural traditions before returning to Turmi for an overnight stay at the lodge. Budget tented camp located near Turmi (Lower Omo Valley) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Turmi (Lower Omo Valley) Stay: Paradise Lodge Turmi Budget tented camp located near Turmi (Lower Omo Valley) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 8
Dassanech Tribe – Jinka
Depart Turmi for Omorate and cross the Omo River by local boat or bridge to meet the Dassanech tribe, the southernmost community in the Omo Valley. Observe young boys swimming in the river, a unique local tradition. Return to Turmi for lunch and coffee, then continue to Jinka for an overnight stay. If it is Thursday, stop at Keyafer Market on the way. 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: Nasa Hotel Budget hotel located in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 9
Mago National Park – Mursi Tribe – Jinka
Drive to Mago National Park to meet the Mursi tribe, renowned for their lip plates and unique cultural practices. Return to Jinka for lunch, then visit the Jinka Museum to learn about the region’s diverse cultures. Explore an Ari village, interacting with residents and observing traditional crafts, weaving, or pottery. Return to Jinka for an overnight stay at the lodge. Budget hotel located in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mago National Park Stay: Nasa Hotel Budget hotel located in Jinka (Lower Omo Valley) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 10
Return to Addis Ababa
After breakfast, proceed to Jinka Airport for your flight back to Addis Ababa. Upon arrival, transfer to a hotel for spa relaxation or optional shopping tours. Conclude your journey with a farewell meal at a traditional Ethiopian restaurant before your departure. Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Addis Ababa (City) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch 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)
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)
Drinking water (On all days)
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
Book your own international flights when using this operator
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
Adefa Tours
4.8 operator rating
Adefa Tours is a perfect, easy tour provider in Ethiopia. As a licensed Tour operator with many years of experience, we have had the privilege of leading groups both large and small—students, adults, researchers, and business professionals—from across the world, including the United States, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, and many other European countries. Guiding visitors through our beautiful homeland is more than a profession—it is a joy.
Office In
Ethiopia
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2018)
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Ethiopia
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 2 years and older. Children under 6 are free.
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?
Triple-E Hotel and Spa - 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 Adefa 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 Adefa Tours.
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