Ethiopia (Addis Ababa, Arba Minch, Nechisar National Park, Jinka, Mago National Park,Turmi, Murule and Kangate)
Explore the back roads of Ethiopia! Ethiopia is known for its storied history and ancient form of Christianity, but it is also touted for diverse sect of cultures. Come tour its villages and national parks and see its various ethnic groups such as Mursi. You will also have the chance to view traditional woven bamboo house construction and garment weaving.
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Day 1 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Arrive Addis Ababa; meet assist and transfer to Hotel.
Overnight at Ghion Hotel or Similar
DAY 2: AWASSA
After breakfast head to Awassa – the capital of the Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples Region. Awasa is a beautiful Ethiopian town located on the shores of Lake Awasa, with a pleasant climate and a variety of wildlife to see. The shores of the lake are alive with coffee plantations, fruit groves and the Bale Mountains rising in the east. The Sidama people who live here are recognized by their beautiful beehive-shaped, woven houses that are built out of bamboo and later covered in enset leaves for the rainy season. En route visit the crater lakes in the town of Debre-Zeit and also the other shallowest Rift Valley lake of Zeway to spot different type of birds.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight at Lewi Hotel & Resort
DAY 3: AWASSA / ARBAMINCH
In the morning visit to the biggest open-air fish market of Awassa and drive to Arba Minch – enjoy lunch at the famous fish restaurant of Soma then drive to the small town of Chencha located on the mountain and hosts the Dorze people. These people are known for their Bamboo made houses and cotton woven colorful clothing. Continue on to Arba Minch. Arba Minch, also known as Ganta Garo, is the largest town in Southern Ethiopia. The town is well-positioned with some of the most fertile land in Ethiopia, where an abundance of fruit is able to grow. Not only this, but with sights overlooking the Rift Valley and Bridge of God, you are sure to have a memorable experience.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight at Paradise Lodge
DAY 4: JINKA
After breakfast, drive to Jinka. En route visit the Derashe, Tsemay and Bena people.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight at Eco-Omo Lodge
DAY 5: JINGA/MAGO NATIONAL PARK/JINGA
After breakfast drive to Mago National Park to visit the Mursi people known for the insertion of clay disc into their lower lip as a sign of female beauty. After a picnic lunch in the Park, return to Jinka for overnight.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight at Eco-Omo Lodge
DAY 6: TURMI
After breakfast, drive to Turmi via Keyafer. En route visit the Hammer ethnic group in their traditional village. Overnight camping at Evangadi campsite.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight at Turmi Lodge
DAY 7: MURULE AND KANGATE
After breakfast drive to Murule and Kangate where you will visit the Karo and Bume ethnic groups, lunch at Rift Valley Safari lodge, then, return to Turmi for overnight camping.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight at Turmi Lodge
DAY 8: ARBA MINCH
After breakfast, drive to Arbaminch via Erbore, stop for a picnic lunch at Woito. En route visit the Konso Waga village and the Gezer Gio red soil pinnacle which resulted from erosion. Overnight in a hotel.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight at Paradise Lodge
DAY 9: ARBA MINCH / ADDIS ABABA
After breakfast return to Addis, where you may relax or go on a city excursion.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight at Ghion Hotel or Similar
DAY 10: DEPART ADDIS ABABA
Full day sightseeing tour of the capital Addis Ababa which includes morning visit the National Museum; Trinity Cathedral and the Mercato – biggest open air market of its kind in Africa. The afternoon visit includes St. George Cathedral; Ethnological Museum and the commanding panoramic view point Mount Entoto which offers an excellent view of the city. This evening transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast
Ghion Hotel
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Trip Includes:
- Meeting and assistance upon arrival and departure
- All domestic flights, transfers and assistance
- Accommodation in the properties listed
- Tours in private vehicles
- Experienced tour guides
- Admissions to all listed sites
- Luggage handling
- Meals indicated