Addis Ababa: 6-Day Suri & Omo Valley Cultural Photo Tour privet omo valley photography tour
ID: GYG1139175-1748971
Category:
Country: Ethiopia
Duration:
6 days
Description
Discover the rich cultures of Ethiopia’s Omo Valley adventure. Visit Suri, Hamar, Mursi, Karo, and Dassenech tribes, explore vibrant markets, witness traditions, and capture cultural moments.
DAY 1: fly from Addis and Drive to Turmi via Omo National Park
Travel through Omo National Park, one of Africa’s most remote wildlife reserves. Enjoy picnic lunch en route and continue to Turmi, home of the Hamer people.
Overnight: Paradise Lodge, Turmi.
Day 2: Discover the Hamer Tribe & Turmi Market
Visit the colorful Turmi market to meet the Hamer people and photograph their vibrant attire. If available, witness the dramatic bull-jumping ceremony an ancient rite of passage and family celebration.
Overnight: Paradise Lodge, Turmi.
Day 3: Excursion to Dassanach Tribe, Omorate
Early morning drive to Omorate to visit the Dassanach people near Lake Turkana. Photograph their distinctive attire and village life before returning to Turmi for a sunset shoot in a Hamer village.
Overnight: Paradise Lodge, Turmi.
Day 4: Visit Arbore Tribe Village
Depart before dawn to the Arbore tribe village near Mount Buska. Capture sunrise photos of the strikingly beautiful Arbore people, known for their dark skin, shaved heads, and colorful beadwork. Return to Turmi after lunch.
Overnight: Paradise Lodge, Turmi.
Day 5: Explore Kara Tribe Village & Drive to Jinka
Visit the Kara people of Duse village on the Omo River, famous for elaborate body painting and riverbank scenes. Photograph daily life and herding traditions before heading to Jinka.
Day 6: Ari Village Visit & Fly Back to Addis Ababa
Morning visit to an Ari village known for pottery and sorghum farming. Enjoy your final photo opportunities before returning to Jinka for lunch and your flight back to Addis Ababa.
End of Tour.
Highlights
- Explore the rich cultures of the Hamer, Dassanach, Arbore, and Kara tribes.
- Visit colorful tribal markets and witness unique bull-jumping ceremonies.
- Capture striking portraits and daily life scenes in remote Omo villages.
- Enjoy scenic drives through Omo National Park and the Omo River Valley.
- Stay in comfortable lodges and experience authentic local hospitality.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
We can pick you up from any hotel, apartment, or the airport in Addis Ababa.
INCLUDED
- 5 nights’ stay in double or twin rooms at hotels or lodges as per itinerary
- Toyota Land Cruiser 4×4 vehicle with professional driver-guide and fuel
- All entrance fees, park fees, local guides, and boat trip as per itinerary
- All meals with bottled water, soft drinks, and hot beverages
- Photography fees for non-commercial photography
NOT INCLUDED
- Alcoholic drinks
- Domestic flights
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses and items not mentioned in the itinerary
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.
