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What to do and see in Arba Minch, Southern Nations, Nationalities, and People's Region: The Best Multi-day Tours
Arba Minch (Amharic: አርባ ምንጭ, "forty springs") is a city and separate woreda in southern Ethiopia; the first common name for this city was Ganta Garo. Located in the Gamo Gofa Zone of the Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples Region about 500 kilometers south of Addis Ababa, at an elevation of 1285 meters above sea level. It is the largest town in Gamo Gofa Zone and the second town in SNNPR next to Awassa. It is surrounded by Arba Minch Zuria woreda.
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1. Private Omo Valley Tours From Addis Ababa
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
This omo valley tribal culture tours brings you to some of the fascinating omo valley tribes. T The highlight of these photo expeditions would be • MURSI TRIBE PHOTOGRAPHY • DASENACH TRIBE PHOTOGRAPHY • KONSO TRIBE PHOTOGRAPHY • HAMER TRIBE • DORZE TRIBE PHOTOGRAPHY • BORENA TRIBE PHOTOGRAPHY • TSEMAY TRIBE PHOTOGRAPHY • BENNA TRIBE PHOTOGRAPHY • WEEKLY TRIBAL MARKET • SURMA TRIBES • DIZZI TRIBES • MENIT TRIBES • KARO TRIBES • NYANGATOM TRIBES • DAILY LIFE • THREE NATIONAL PARKS WITH ENDEMIC ANIMALS , BIRDS AND AMAZING LANDSCAPES • FOUR UNESCO SITES
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch
Exclusions: Personal Expenses
Reviewed By Sebrodas
My partner and I had a wonderful day at the Zuqualla Mountain. Joseph and Nico guided us on a private visit. They took care of everything, and showed us local jems. It felt like we were road tripping with our buddies - it was above and beyond! Really great service, it is not the last time, can definitely recommend! Thanks
2. 5 days Omo Valley with the tribes
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
OMO VALLEY IN SOUTHERN ETHIOPIA Omo Valley is undoubtedly one of the most unique places on earth because of the wide variety of people and animals that inhabit it. It is located in Africa's Great Rift Valley. The region is known for its culture and diversity. The tribes that live in the lower Omo Valley are believed to be among the most fascinating on the continent of Africa and around the world. Tours are offered to several towns and villages. It is often you come into contact with the following tribes: Arbore, Ari, Bena, Bodi, Bumi, Daasanech , Dorze, Hamer (Hamar), Kara (or Karo), Konso, Kwegu (or Muguji), Mursi, Tsemay, and Turkana when you tour the valley. Banti Omo Valley Tours offers interesting information and quality photo images of the tribes, animals, rivers and national parks that are found in this remote area of the world. So that you can Schedule a trip to the Omo Valley or surrounding areas with us.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner
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Reviewed By car01235
I enjoyed this 4 day trip very much. I saw 4 tribal villages and was able to take many photographs. The driver and guide were very nice and we had lots of fun along the way. Not only did we go to see the tribal villages but we saw amazing countryside, stopped for lunch and coffee in interesting local places, and went to a tribal market. I would recommend Banti Tours for a trip to Omo Valley.
3. Omo Valley Tours ; 8 Days / 7 Nights
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Explore Ethiopia's tribes and cultures Omo Valley is undoubtedly one of the most unique places on earth because of the wide variety of people and animals that inhabit it. It is located in Africa's Great Rift Valley. The region is known for its culture and diversity. The tribes that live in the Lower Omo Valley are believed to be among the most fascinating on the continent of Africa and around the world. Tours are offered to several towns and villages.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Accomedations, Local Guide in Every village , English specking Guide throug out the Tour
Exclusions: Domostic flights
Reviewed By Tour33033786207
expat in Addis , My family and I had a fantastic experience with EthioTours . Had a fantastic morning tour on lake Tana . Beautiful sunrise and a fantastic breakfast. The guide was really knowledgeable about all the animals we saw and explained about the fishermen and what they were doing. Saw plenty of hippos too! It was an amazing experience, we visited three beautiful islands . We would like to thank Melese for showing us all unique areas and sharing the stories . Private tour was absolute best way to relax and see the beauty of the lake. Highly recommended !
4. 8 Days Omo Valley
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Ethiopia’s Omo Valley region is one of the most remote parts of this incredible country. Omo Valley is Located in the Southern part of Ethiopia, this distant region feels like a world away from Northern Ethiopia – with a rural and tropical feel, it was more reminiscent of sub-Saharan Africa than anywhere else in the country. In this Unique place of the country multiple and strong indigenous cultures co-exist. On this cultural tour you have the opportunities to visit various busy local markets, different ethnic groups with different customs, rites, rituals, architecture and dress, a raw and fresh natural world and the special "Bull-Jumping" ceremony, in which a Hummer's boy will be transferred in to Adulthood.
Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Any alcoholic beverage, Any fees not listed in Inclusions
Reviewed By AnyaLindstromBattle
We went on a 4-day trek in the Simien Mountains in April 2019 and had the most amazing time. Alex was very helpful and accommodating from the beginning, and everything was well organized and smooth. Our guide was an absolute legend (a 70+ year old who was way fitter than any of us) who knew the mountains inside and out and was incredibly knowledgeable about flora and fauna, especially birds which my mum (an avid bird watcher) was very excited about. Highly recommended to anyone who likes an adventure.
5. Tribes of the Ethiopian Omo Valley – 9 Day Tour
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Ethiopia’s Omo Valley is an unforgettable place. On this 9 day tour, you will immerse yourself into one of the remotest and culturally diverse regions in all of Africa. Tribes that we will visit will include: the Mursi, Dorze, Erbore, Konso and more. You will get an insight into their complex customs and unique way of life. Where possible we visit local markets, one of the best ways to experience life in the Omo Valley. This tour will be like no other tour you have taken and will take you to some of the remotest parts of Ethiopia.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Professional Guide, Scout Fee
Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverage, Services which are not listed on the inclusion
Reviewed By Grip7791
I traveled to Ethiopia on my own and while I was there I decided to purchase Simien Image Tour & Travel's "Hawassa and Rift Valley Lakes – Two Days Tour." I had difficulties with paying because I was new to experience of financial transactions in Ethiopia, being it was my first time visiting, and my bank in America was having issues with processing some transactions. Alexander Kemal was extremely patient with me and eventually everything was worked out. The morning of the tour's first day the driver was prompt with picking me up from the hotel and we were off. When he told me we were doing to get my tour guide I nonchalantly thought to myself "for what reason!" I wasn't concerned about having a tour guide, just getting to Hawassa and seeing what was on the way there. To my surprise Candy Walker, my tour guide, was an excellent guide. She is very knowledgeable on the history and various cultures of Ethiopia, therefore I learned a lot in two days. Buze, the driver, was the perfect driver for this road trip and was fabulous DJ! He knew all the scenic stops, all the best foods to order whenever we ate, where to get the best buna in Shashamene, and he's even a decent dancer while driver. I saw and experienced way more than I thought I would and I am eternally thankful that I happened to call the business that day. One business transaction, and a two day tour was enough to establish the foundation for a several friendships that I am appreciative of. I will definitely be recommending your business to any and everyone.
6. 6 Days Tour in Omo Valley, Ethiopia
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Ethiopia’s Omo Valley region is one of the most remote parts of this incredible country. Omo Valley is Located in the Southern part of Ethiopia, this distant region feels like a world away from Northern Ethiopia – with a rural and tropical feel, it was more reminiscent of sub-Saharan Africa than anywhere else in the country. In this Unique place of the country multiple and strong indigenous cultures co-exist. On this cultural tour you have the opportunities to visit various busy local markets, different ethnic groups with different customs, rites, rituals, architecture and dress, a raw and fresh natural world and the special "Bull-Jumping" ceremony, in which a Hummer's boy will be transferred in to Adulthood.
Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Domestic Flight, Alcoholic Beverages
Reviewed By AnyaLindstromBattle
We went on a 4-day trek in the Simien Mountains in April 2019 and had the most amazing time. Alex was very helpful and accommodating from the beginning, and everything was well organized and smooth. Our guide was an absolute legend (a 70+ year old who was way fitter than any of us) who knew the mountains inside and out and was incredibly knowledgeable about flora and fauna, especially birds which my mum (an avid bird watcher) was very excited about. Highly recommended to anyone who likes an adventure.
7. 6 days 5 nights OMO valley tribal tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Omo vallery tribal tour with ZAgol Ethiopia Tours bring to you a unique experience with one of the last tribe living in Ethiopia.
Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Transportation - Domestic flights - Entrance fee - 15% government taxes
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks - Personal needs
Reviewed By whereia
For all travelers - hungry of Africa :)) ETHIOPIA is a chat :) Ethiopia is really awesome place to taste absolutely amazing piece of Africa. We have a wonderfoul time in Ethiopia with Zagol Ethiopia tours and the owner of this agency - Muluye Tsegaw was our personal guide. Muluye is absolutely great, openminded man and responsible guide and He become our friend :)) We really love this guy from Lalibella. He organized especially for us 10 days in Ethiopia and we called this journey : North and South. We choose Simien Mountains Trekking and Omo Valley - tribes visiting because we love the nature and people. It was fantastic choice because we have a unique experience to touch the nature in the North and the culture in the South. Simien Mountains : 4 days trekking Muluye perfectly organized it for us : we have personal guide Sahale Beza , 2 cooks and the scout with the gun . We have done a safe trek to the highest top of Mount Buahit and met a famous polish traveller - Marcin Kydryński :)) Omo Valley : 5 days tribes visiting Muluye organized flight tickets for us , car 4x4 with great driver from Ari tribe - Tedele We visit almost 9 tribes: Ari, Mursi, Turmi, Caro, Oromi, Bersanech and amazing Hammers - to see the unique experience " BULL JUMPING " Everything was great with a sounds of music of Hamelinal Abate, taste of great injera and Ethiopian wine and Yergacheff coffee. Muluye also organized for us a great dinner in Abbesha2000 Thank You Muluye - You have new friends in Poland
8. 16 Days Trip through Ethiopia Omo Lalibela Valley and Bahir Dar
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
The trip is based on generating a genuine exchange with the local inhabitants of the country. We propose to stop being spectators to soak up Ethiopian cultures. During the trip we will seek to participate in ceremonies and festivities such as bull jumping and Timket. Learn and teach customs and form real bonds. Among the places we will visit are: the Elm Valley region, Tigray Axum Mekele Addis Ababa and Dallol. We will climb mountains, trek through rural villages, camp with tribes, enjoy the flora and fauna of lakes and savanna.
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Accommodation (specified day by day), Coordinators speaks Spanish / English, Private transportation, FLIGHTS ADDIS ABABA - LALIBELA, Basic travel insurance Getaway Plus from AXA Assistance (cancellation not included)., Excursions mentioned., Tickets to parks, churches, archaeological sites, villages mentioned in the itinerary.
Exclusions: Sleeping bag, Airport/Departure Tax, Gratuities, VISA, international flights, Drinks at meals, Any service not indicated in the section includes
9. Travel to Omo Valley Tribes
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3.7 based on 3 reviews
Ethiopia is not only one of the most fascinating countries on the continent but is also incredibly diverse, both culturally and geographically. Traveling south from the capital, this spectacular journey takes you past the Great Rift Valley and deep into the Omo Valley, home to some of the most colorful and interesting tribal groups in the country. It is undoubtedly one of the unique places on earth because of the wide variety of people and animals that inhabit it. It is located in Africa's Great Rift Valley. The region is known for its culture and diversity. The tribes that live in the Lower Omo Valley are believed to be among the most fascinating on the continent of Africa and around the world.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, All Accommodations (6 night) in a shared room basis as per itinerary; Extra USD 129 pp for SRS; , All ground transportation by an Air-conditioned Toyota Mini/Coaster bus;, English speaking tour guide;, Local Guides and Scout fees;, All entrance fees;
Exclusions: All Lunches and dinners; , Bull Jumping Fees;, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Photographic and video recording fee;, And what is NOT included on the “Included” List.
Reviewed By S5307GCmaryg
Just returned from 11 day Ethiopia tour with Alenehe as our guide. It was an interesting and enlightening tour covering major sites including the spectacular Lalibela-alone worth a visit to Ethiopia. Challenging driving on less than great roads but incredible mountain scenery and opportunity to see smaller cities and villages experiencing local life along the way. Comfortable hotels, great local foods. Alenehe was a great guide,accommodating and enjoyable/fun company. Recommend this Ethiopian company using local guides in all locations and benefitting local businesses!
10. 7 days Omo Valley, Dorze and Arba Minch
Omo Valley is undoubtedly one of the most unique places on earth and the discovery of human remains dating back nearly 2.5 million years prompted UNESCO to dub the Lower Valley a World Heritage site in 1980. The villages are home to some of Africa’s most fascinating ethnic groups and a trip here represents a unique chance for travellers to encounter a culture markedly different from their own. Whether it’s wandering through traditional Dassanech villages, watching Hamer people performing a Jumping of the Bull ceremony or seeing the Mursi’s mind-blowing lip plates, your visit here will stay with you for a lifetime. The landscape is diverse, ranging from dry, open savannah plains to forests in the high hills and along the Omo and Mago Rivers. The former meanders for nearly 800km, from southwest of Addis Ababa all the way to Lake Turkana on the Kenyan border.
Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, 5 nights accommodation in named hotels & 1 night camping, 4WD vehicle including professional driver and all fuel, Professional English speaking guide , Collection from Arba Minch airport/hotel and return to Jinka airport, Village and National Park entrance fees and River/Lake boat rides
Exclusions: Drinks, Any local fees for taking individual photographs, Gratuities, Return flight to Addis Ababa
Reviewed By williamsM4240YE
I strongly, and without reservation, recommend Gamo Travel. My experience with Gamo was distinguished by a high degree of professionalism, attention to detail, friendly, personalized service, and dedication to making my experience a very positive one in every way, and at a very fair price - Bill
