2 Days Omo Valley Tribes Tour
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Country: Ethiopia
Country: Ethiopia
Duration: 2 days
Description
Embark on an immersive Omo Valley cultural Tour as you fly to Jinka and explore local markets, meeting tribes like the Ari or Benna and discover the Mursi tribe
Day 1: Addis Ababa - Fly Jinka
Fly from Addis Ababa to Jinka in the morning.
After lunch, visit the local markets and some Omo Valley tribes, such as the Ari or Benna.
If time allows, visit the Jinka Museum to understand the local tribes better.
Overnight in Jinka at a lodge or hotel
Day 2: Mursi Tribes - Fly Addis Ababa
Enjoy a morning drive to the Mursi Tribes. From an anthropological point of view, the Mursi people are one of the most interesting in Africa. They belong to The Nilo-Saharian language group and speak a language similar to that of the Surma and Me’en people. Among their vast and strange cultures is the “Lip Plate”, which they practice by cutting their lower lip to insert a clay disc. The men have scarifications on their shoulders and arms.
Afterwards, drive back to Jinka for lunch.
Transfer to Jinka airport for your flight to Addis Ababa.
Day 1: Addis Ababa - Fly Jinka
Fly from Addis Ababa to Jinka in the morning.
After lunch, visit the local markets and some Omo Valley tribes, such as the Ari or Benna.
If time allows, visit the Jinka Museum to understand the local tribes better.
Overnight in Jinka at a lodge or hotel
Day 2: Mursi Tribes - Fly Addis Ababa
Enjoy a morning drive to the Mursi Tribes. From an anthropological point of view, the Mursi people are one of the most interesting in Africa. They belong to The Nilo-Saharian language group and speak a language similar to that of the Surma and Me’en people. Among their vast and strange cultures is the “Lip Plate”, which they practice by cutting their lower lip to insert a clay disc. The men have scarifications on their shoulders and arms.
Afterwards, drive back to Jinka for lunch.
Transfer to Jinka airport for your flight to Addis Ababa.
Highlights
- Visit the Jinka Museum to gain insights into local culture
- Encounter Omo Valley Tribes
- Journey to the Mursi people, known for their unique traditions
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
INCLUDED
- Accommodation
- Car with fuel and driver allowance
- Entrance fee
- Village entrance fees
- Scout and local guide fees
- Park fees
- Full board meals plan
NOT INCLUDED
- Domestic flights
- Alcohol drinks
- Photography fee
- Tips
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.