Omo Valley Tours from Jinka (6 Days)

6 Days

Book 6 day Omo Valley tours from Jinka with the best Omo Valley travel company. Top Omo Valley Tours is a local tribal tour operator based in Jinka.

Beyond the cultural treasures, the Omo Valley boasts breathtaking landscapes that are a feast for the eyes. From the lush banks of the Omo River to the rugged mountains and sweeping savannahs, the natural beauty of the region is awe-inspiring. Don’t forget to bring your camera to capture the stunning vistas that unfold at every turn.

Overview of Omo Valley Tours from Jinka (06 days)

All prices listed below are for a private tour, you will not join a group. Below are the high-end tour price of this package for different group sizes;

  • The price for a solo traveler is $1650 USD
  • The price for two (2) people is $1800 per group or $900 per person USD

Highlights of this 6 Days Omo Valley Tour

  • Omo Valley Tribes: Mursi, Aari, Banna, Hamar, Karo, aand Dassanech
  • Konso Village and Chief
  • Dorze village
  • Lake Chamo Boat Trip, see crocodiles and hippos.

Omo Valley Tours 6-Day Itinerary

Minalu will meet you at Jinka airport and continue driving 130km to Turmi town. On the way, you will visit a tribal market such as Keyafer market (on Thursday), Alduba Market (on Tuesday), Dimeka market (on Saturday), or Turmi market (on Monday). If it's not a market day, you will visit a village of the Banna tribe on the way. You may visit Hamar village or attend the available ceremonial events (Optional).
Overnight: Buska Lodge in Turmi

Drive 70km south to meet with the Dassanech people. The word Dassanech means people of the delta. They are unique people whose livelihood interlay depends on the Omo River. Return to Turmi for lunch and visit a market if it is a market day. You may also see the Bull Jumping Ceremony (Optional).
Overnight: Buska Lodge in Turmi

Drive 65km west of Turmi and meet the Kara (Karo) tribe famous for body and facial paintings. They live in a beautiful village by the shore of the Omo River. You will meet the kara people and visit a family who will prepare a traditional coffee ceremony in their house. You will have the chance to discuss with the family and get a genuine connection with the people. In the afternoon, head to Jinka 128 km from Turmi.
Overnight: Eco-Omo Lodge in Jinka

Drive some 50km through the Mago National Park to meet face to face with the most famous Mursi tribe. The Mursi are popular for lip plates. They also do extensive body scarification. You will return to Jinka for lunch and continue the 140km drive on an asphalt road to Konso.
Overnight: Kanta Lodge

On the morning of this day, you will visit Konso village UNESCO world heritage site. You will discover the ancient wall or fortress of the Konso village, the community houses (Mora), and generation poles. You will also visit the Konso chief's compound and meet him at his traditional palace. You will visit his ancestral graveyard inside the forest by walking for about 20 minutes one way. Continue to Arba Minch for lunch and prosed to Dorze peoples village located on top of the Guge Mountain at an altitude of 2400 meters. You will enjoy the traditional doze food made from the False Banana (Enset) plant, and experience the traditional techniques of weaving and making pottery.
Overnight: Haile Resort.

after breakfast, you will drive 10km to Lake Chamo and go on a boat trip to see Crocodiles, Hippos, and some birdlife at the so-called Crocodile Market. You will return back to Arba Minch and head to the airport before or after lunchtime to cache your flight back to Addis Ababa. It will be the End of the tour.

6-Day Omo Valley Tour Includes/Excludes

Cost Includes

  • Transportation (4WD vehicle with driver and fuel starting from Jinka airport),
  • Guide and local guides
  • Food all along the trip (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Accommodations during the trip: the best in the destinations
  • All entrance fees except ceremonies
  • All the required permits and paperwork
  • Photo fee in tribal villages

Cost Excludes

  • International & Domestic Airfare
  • Visa Charges
  • Your travel and medical insurance
  • Personal Expenses such as shopping, bar bills, telephone, laundry, etc.
  • Food and accommodations in Addis Ababa
  • Ceremonial Events; Bull Jumping ceremony, Evangadi dancing etc.
  • Tips, Invitations, etc.
Is it a private tour or an I going to join others?

This tour is a private tour, you will have your private 4WD SUV with a driver, guide, and local guides in tribal villages.

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Omo Valley Tours from Jinka (6 Days)
9% Off
From $990.00 $900.00
/ Adult (from 2 to 4 Pax)
From $1,650.00 $1,499.00
/ Solo Traveler

Top Omo Valley Tours: Jinka (Omo River Valley) Ethiopia

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