Jinka

Upon arrival in Jinka, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel for a quick refreshment. We will then visit the South Omo Research Center. Next, we will explore the Ari tribe village and market before heading to Key Afer market, the largest in the Omo Valley, held every Thursday. This vibrant market is a gathering place for the Tsemai, Hamer, and Bena tribes, a lively atmosphere welcoming to tourists. We will continue to Turmi, passing through small villages and interacting with the friendly Hamer tribespeople. At around 5:00 PM, we will take a short walk to the Hamer village to observe daily activities. The Hamer women are known for their distinctive attire and jewelry, while the men often wear feathers and dark green blankets. In the evening, you will have the opportunity to witness traditional Hamer night dancing, known as Evangadi. Depending on local schedules, we may also attend a Hamer bull jumping ceremony during the afternoon. Overnight: Paradise Lodge in Turmi.

Day 2: Turmi - Omorate - Demeka - Jinka In the morning, you will embark on an excursion to Omorate to visit the Dasenech people, known for their distinctive scarifications and being the southernmost ethnic group in Ethiopia. Located 70 km (44 miles) from Turmi, the semi-nomadic Dasenech people live along the Omo River and engage in cattle herding, agriculture, and fishing. Upon arrival, we will take a dugout canoe across the river to reach their village. Overnight: Nasa Lodge or Jinka Resort.

Mursi Village

Day 3: Jinka - Mursi - Jinka Today, our expedition begins early in the morning with a journey to a Mursi village, located approximately 66 km from Jinka. Here, you will meet the Mursi people, renowned for their distinctive lip plates and ear adornments. After our visit, you will return to Jinka for your flight to Addis Ababa.