Africa
Southern Ethiopia Cultural Tour, 9 Days - From: $3,800
Trip Summary
The southern region of Ethiopia is home to many ethnic tribes including the Hamer, Karo and Mursi, each with its own fascinating cultures, ceremonies and traditions. On this nine-day journey you'll visit with these indigenous people in their native villages and learn about their unique cultural practices, ceremonies and daily life. Many have sophisticated and interesting ways of living which are not to be missed.
Highlights
- See many traditional villages in the Ethiopian countryside
- Visit the Mursi people, known for their lip plates
- Interact with the colorful Hamer and Karo people in their villages
Trip Details
Per Person Double Occupancy Price:
| 2012 | $3,800 |
Based on two guests traveling together. Note that prices may be higher during peak Holiday travel time from mid-December to mid-January.
Departure Dates:
- Daily
Itinerary
9 days / 8 nights
Day 1
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Arrive Addis Ababa and transfer to your hotel.
Lodging: Sheraton
Days 2 - 3
Jinka, Ethiopia
Commercial flight to Arbaminch then drive to Jinka, admiring the different cultures along the way. Visit the KeyAfer market and the local Mursi village where the women insert round plates into their lips.
Lodging: Jinka Resort
Days 4 - 5
Turmi, Ethiopia
Drive to Turmi and check in to your lodge. Visit the villages of the Hamer and Karo people.
Lodging: Buska or Turmi Lodge
Days 6 - 7
Arbaminch, Ethiopia
Drive to Arbaminch and visit Erbore and Konso villages along the way. Take an excursion to the mountains of Chencha to visit the Dorze people. Also explore Netch Sar National Park and take a boat ride on Chamo Lake.
Lodging: Swaynes Hotel or Paradise Lodge
Day 8
Arbaminch to Yirgalem, Ethiopia
Today drive from Arbaminch to Yirgalem and check in to your lodge.
Lodging: Aregash Lodge
Day 9
Depart Ethiopia
Drive to Addis Ababa where you connect with your international departing flight.