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5-Day Ethiopia Safari Tour by Ethio Top Land Tours
Offered by - Ethio Top Land Tours
Tour Features
Discover the Omo Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a 5-day tour. You'll learn about the Dorze people's traditional weaving and vibrant dance culture. You'll explore the nine UNESCO-listed villages of the Konso people and their culture, visit the Kara village, and witness a traditional bull-jumping ceremony. You'll see the Mursi community, known for the women's large clay lip plates as adornment.
| Mid-Range tour | This mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps. |
| Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Private tour | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| No minimum age | There is no minimum age for this tour. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Normal 4x4. |
Route & Activities
Ethiopia
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| 1 | Darose No images available | Breakfast Included with Drinks |
| 2-4 | Emerald lodge No images available | Breakfast Included with Drinks |
| 5 | Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | Breakfast Included with Drinks |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1 - Fly to Arba Minch
You'll depart for Arba Minch at 7:10, arriving at 8:15 am. You'll be greeted at the airport and transferred to your accommodation. You'll enjoy breakfast and check in. You'll head to Dorze village, situated in the Gughe Mountains. You'll admire the iconic beehive-shaped huts and learn about the Dorze people's traditional weaving and vibrant dance culture. You'll return to Arba Minch for a late lunch.
In the afternoon, you'll take a leisurely walk in the lush Arba Minch Forest Park. You'll enjoy dinner at the hotel. Your overnight stay will be at Arba Minch Tourist Hotel.
Main Destination: Arba Minch
Accommodation: Darose
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast Included with Drinks
- Day 2 - Lake Chamo – Konso Village – Turmi
After an early breakfast, you'll drive to Lake Chamo for a boat trip to the "crocodile market," where you can spot hippos, Africa's largest crocodiles, and various bird species. You'll head to Konso for lunch before exploring one of the nine UNESCO-listed villages.
The Konso people are known for their unique "generation poles," which signify the passage of time and generations in the village. You'll continue your journey to Turmi, which takes about four hours. Your overnight stay will be at Emerald Lodge, Turmi.
Main Destination: Karoo National Park
Accommodation: Emerald lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast Included with Drinks
- Day 3 - Drive to Kara Village
After breakfast, you'll set off for Kara Village, home to approximately 3,000 people along the eastern banks of the Omo River. The Kara are recognized for their stunning villages and the body painting traditions of their children. After visiting the village, you'll return to Turmi for lunch.
In the afternoon, if circumstances allow, witness a traditional bull-jumping ceremony—a rite of passage for young men. Alternatively, you can observe a special event where female family members express their loyalty to the groom's family through a ceremonial whipping. If there is no bull-jumping ceremony, explore a Hamer village instead. Your overnight stay will be at Emerald Lodge, Turmi.
Main Destination: Karoo National Park
Accommodation: Emerald lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast Included with Drinks
- Day 4 - Visit to Dassanech Tribe and Drive to Jinka
Drive to Omorate to cross the Omo River and visit a Dassanech village. Remember to bring your passports for this trip, as Omorate is near the Kenyan border and requires immigration documentation. Return to Turmi for lunch before checking out and driving to Jinka. on the ways, visit Mursi Tribe popular women of this tribe are known for wearing large clay lip plates as adornment, while men showcase intricate body paint designs.
Main Destination: Karoo National Park
Accommodation: Emerald lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast Included with Drinks
- Day 5 - Jinka Back to Addis Ababa
Early morning having a breakfast and fly back in Addis. later, you will have a farewell Dinner an ready for your departure.
Main Destination: Addis Ababa
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast Included with Drinks
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All Taxes/VAT
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Excludes
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
Rates Per Person
Dec 20, 2025 - Dec 19, 2026
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All Taxes/VAT
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Excludes
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
Getting There
Ethiopia, situated in the famous Horn of Africa, is known as both the Land of Origins and the Land of a Thousand Smiles. Most of the visitors arrive at the Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa. Usually, the Safari operator picks you up at the airport and takes care of any travel arrangements from there. If you are already in the region it’s possible to get in by land from Sudan, Kenya and Djibouti. It is best to stay away from the borders of South Sudan and Somalia. Drive-around tours are also available (especially in southern Ethiopia). Even when flying around, covering some distances by car can be very rewarding as you'll see some of the Ethiopian countrysides.
This tour starts in Addis Ababa and ends in Arba Minch, Ethiopia
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- Visitors can be obtain there Visas in advance from Ethiopian embassies or high commissions.
- You can also apply through the online visa-application portal, the official website of the Ethiopian Department for Immigration and Nationality Affairs.
- For certain countries, A tourist visa can also be issued on arrival at Bole International Airport.
- When arriving from a country in Africa or the Americas where yellow fever is present, a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
Getting There
Ethiopia, situated in the famous Horn of Africa, is known as both the Land of Origins and the Land of a Thousand Smiles. Most of the visitors arrive at the Bole International Airport (ADD) in Addis Ababa. Usually, the Safari operator picks you up at the airport and takes care of any travel arrangements from there. If you are already in the region it’s possible to get in by land from Sudan, Kenya and Djibouti. It is best to stay away from the borders of South Sudan and Somalia. Drive-around tours are also available (especially in southern Ethiopia). Even when flying around, covering some distances by car can be very rewarding as you'll see some of the Ethiopian countrysides.
This tour starts in Addis Ababa and ends in Arba Minch, Ethiopia
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- Visitors can be obtain there Visas in advance from Ethiopian embassies or high commissions.
- You can also apply through the online visa-application portal, the official website of the Ethiopian Department for Immigration and Nationality Affairs.
- For certain countries, A tourist visa can also be issued on arrival at Bole International Airport.
- When arriving from a country in Africa or the Americas where yellow fever is present, a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
Offered By
Ethio Top Land Tours
Ethiopia
Ethio Top Land Tour, we are passionate about showcasing the unparalleled beauty, history, and culture of Ethiopia. Our mission is to create unforgettable travel experiences by combining personalized itineraries with authentic local insights.
From the majestic Simien Mountains to the ancient churches of Lalibela and the vibrant tribes of the Omo Valley, we guide you through Ethiopia’s most iconic destinations and hidden gems. With a strong commitment to eco-friendly tourism, we aim to preserve the country’s natural and cultural heritage while supporting local communities.
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