The ethnic groups of the Omo Valley in Ethiopia

The Omo Valley of Ethiopia is a fascinating place where ethnic diversity is at its peak. You can attend ritual ceremonies, observe local crafts, and witness the symbiosis between man and nature. Each ethnic group has its own traditions, languages, and beliefs, making this region incredibly culturally rich.

The ethnic groups of the Omo Valley in Ethiopia offer you the opportunity to immerse yourself in a world completely different from yours, to challenge your perceptions and discover the beauty of human diversity. This trip will not only allow you to see spectacular landscapes, but above all to meet extraordinary people.

An immersion trip to the heart of the ethnicities of the Omo Valley can be organized at any time. Do not hesitate to contact us to build your personalized experience.

To find out more about all these wonderful people, it’s here

 

The main points

  • Bull jumping ceremonies among the Hamer
  • Meeting with the oldest ethnic group on the continent, the Mursi
  • Discovery of a UNESCO heritage site
Day 1: Arrival and visit of Addis Ababa

Arrival and welcome at the airport by your guide, installation at your hotel.

After breakfast, you will visit the national museum to begin your discovery of Ethiopia through its history and in particular our ancestor Lucy. In the afternoon, visit the Trinity Cathedral, the Mausoleum of Emperor Menelik II (Bààta church).

Night in hotel

Day 2: Addis Ababa - Stelae of Tiya - Langano

Road to Langano.

You will visit the field of Tiya steles: around fifty carefully crafted funerary steles dating from the 14th century. This site has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1980. If our schedule allows it, continue to the semi-monolithic church of Adadi Mariam, the southernmost in Ethiopia. The church was built between the 12th and 14th centuries in the Lalibela style, then abandoned in the 16th century and rediscovered under Menelik II.

Installation at your hotel on the edge of Langano where you can admire many species of birds, swim or practice some water activities (optional).

Night in a lodge on the banks of Lake Langano

Day 3: Langano - Dorze - Arbaminch

You will meet the Dorze on Chencha mountain.

This ethnic group is famous for these weavings and these unique houses in Ethiopia in the shape of a beehive or an elephant, depending on the vision you can have of them. You will visit the village, the Enset farm also called false banana tree and the weaving workshop.

You will continue towards Arbaminch.

Night in a Lodge in Arbaminch

Starting from 1.990,00 € / person

This price includes

  • The program as described above
  • Accommodation Hotel/lodge (double room) according to itinerary
  • Full board
  • All transfers
  • Non-alcoholic drinks (1 mineral water or 1 soda per person with lunch and dinner)
  • All entry fees
  • Boat to Lake Chamo and canoe on the Omo River
  • Toyota Land Cruiser 4X4 and/or minibus, fuel and experienced driver
  • French speaking guide throughout the duration of the trip
  • Local guides at all sites
  • All government taxes

This price does not include

  • visa fees
  • The international flight
  • Cancellation/repatriation insurance (optional)
  • Telephone, laundry
  • Fees for photos and videos
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • All other personal interests

Single room supplement: 230.00 euros per person

Details of your trip
Code : 105
  • 10 days/9 nights
  • July 1 and 22, 2024
    August 5 and 26, 2024
    September 9 and 23, 2024
    October 7 and 21, 2024
    November 11 and 25, 2024
    December 2 and 16, 2024
  • hotels/lodges
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Why travel with us ?

Value for money

Competitive prices while guaranteeing you quality service

Total flexibility

Our accessibility, our diversity of offers and our commitment to offering experiences adapted to each type of traveler

Services

Our careful drivers, passionate guides selected for their good level of French and respect for the values of Aisha Tours Ethiopia

Guarantees

We have all the necessary guarantees to ensure your peace of mind for your trip: Atout France registration, financial guarantees, insurance and traveler insurance.

Without any other intermediary

With our presence in France and Ethiopia, our advantage is to control your trip without delegating it to another service provider.

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