Private Tour
9 Days From Bale Mountains To Omo Valley Tour
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216 hours
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1. Authentic Local Experiences
We take you beyond the usual tourist routes to discover hidden gems, local lifestyles, and genuine cultural traditions. Our tours offer real connections with communities and unforgettable memories.
2. Expert Local Guides
Our passionate, knowledgeable guides bring every destination to life. With years of experience and deep local insight, they ensure every traveler enjoys a safe, engaging, and educational adventure.
3. Customized Itineraries
We understand that every traveler is unique. That’s why we design personalized itineraries to match your interests, schedule, and budget — whether you seek adventure, culture, or relaxation.
4. Comfort and Safety
Your comfort and safety are our top priorities. We use reliable vehicles, trusted accommodations, and maintain the highest service standards to make your journey smooth and enjoyable.
5. Lasting Memories
We don’t just plan trips — we create moments that stay with you forever.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Entrance fee
Coffee and/or Tea
Dinner
Alcoholic Beverages
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Day 1: Drive from Addis Ababa to Dinsho (Bale Mountains Headquarters)
Accommodations
Overnight at Wabe shebelle a 3-star hotel, including breakfast in the hotel
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Tibs – Pan-fried meat (beef/lamb) with onions, garlic, and spices. With Coca-cola, coffee, and bottle water.
LUNCH
Lunch
Tibs – Pan-fried meat (beef/lamb) with onions, garlic, and spices. With bottel water, coffee and beer
Bale Mountains National Park
Day 1: Drive from Addis Ababa to Dinsho (Bale Mountains Headquarters) Mornig drive east south via Asela, Lunch stop Asela, will drive to Bale national park, arrive at the park headquarter in early afternoon, in time leisurely afternoon will hike to see endemic mammals that frequently seen in the area, menillik's bushbuck, mountain nyala, birds also, like black headed siskin, rought's Rail, wattled Ibis, the spot breasted lapwing, the abyssina long claw and numerous others. Over night at Lodge.
Day - 2 Exploring the bale national park
Accommodations
Overnight at Wabe shebelle a 3-star hotel, including breakfast in the hotel
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
Shiro – Chickpea or broad bean stew; can be spicy Beyaynetu – Mixed vegetarian platter With Coca-cola, water, coffee.
Bale Mountains National Park
Day - 2 Exploring the bale national park the whole day we spent exploring the bale national park, will vist the stunning rock formation, the road through Harnna forest, the Afro alpine zone or the sanetti plateau will make our day the most extraordinary and will continue to search the endemic species, the Red wolf and bird such as blue-winged goose, chestunt-napped francolins, alpine chat and many others too. Overnight night in Lodge.
Day 3 Bale – Arba Minch
Accommodations
Over night at Haile resort a 4-star hotel, including breakfast in the hotel.
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
Shekla Tibs Tibs served sizzling in a clay pot Tegabino Shiro – Thick, bubbling shiro served in a clay pot. Beer, water
Arba Minch
Day 3 Bale – Arba Minch Morning: drive from Addis Ababa early. Drive through shashamane, Hawasa Lunch stope Hawasa Hawasa – spot pelicans and hippos. Overnight: Arba Minch.
Day 4: Arba Minch – Dorze Village – Konso
Accommodations
Overnight at Kanata lodge a 4-star hotel, including breakfast at the hotel
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
Shekla Tibs – Tibs served sizzling in a clay pot. Beer, Coca-cola, coffee and water
Dorze Village
Day 4: Arba Minch – Dorze Village – Konso Morning: Visit Dorze village in the Guge Mountains – known for beehive-shaped huts, weaving, and traditional food. Afternoon: Drive to Konso (UNESCO Cultural Landscape). Visit Konso terraced hills and Waka wooden totems. Evening: Explore Konso town and learn about local traditions. Overnight: Konso.
Day 5: Konso – Key Afer Market – Jinka
Accommodations
Overnight, at Jinka resort, a 3-star hotel.
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
Keye Tibs – Red spicy tibs cooked with berbere. Witj bottel water beer and coffee too.
Jinka
Day 5: Konso – Key Afer Market – Jinka Morning: Head to Key Afer Market (if Thursday) – an authentic tribal market where Ari, Hamer, and Bena people trade. Afternoon: Continue to Jinka, the gateway to Mago National Park. Evening: Visit the South Omo Research Center Museum to learn about the local tribes. Overnight: Jinka.
Day 6: Jinka – Mursi Village – Turmi
Accommodations
Over night in Turmi lodge a 3-stra hotel including breakfast
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
Shiro Chickpea or broad bean stew; can be spicy (key shiro) or mild Beyaynetu – Mixed vegetarian platter. Water, Coffee
Mursi Village
Day 6: Jinka – Mursi Village – Turmi Morning: Drive into Mago National Park to visit the Mursi tribe, famous for women’s lip plates and body painting. Afternoon: Return to Jinka and drive to Turmi, home of the Hamer people. Evening: If lucky, attend a Hamer bull-jumping ceremony or Evangadi dance (depending on timing). Overnight: Turmi.
Day 7: Turmi – Omorate – Arba Minch
Accommodations
Overnight at Haile resort a 4-star hotel including breakfast
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
Shekla Tibs – Tibs served sizzling in a clay pot. Water, beer, and coffee
Arba Minch
Day 7: Turmi – Omorate – Arba Minch Morning: Cross the Omo River to visit the Dassanech tribe near Omorate (bordering Kenya). Afternoon: Drive back to Turmi via Konso with scenic views along the route Evening: Relax at your lodge. Overnight: Arba Minch.
Day 8: Arba Minch – Addis Ababa
Accommodations
Overnight at sun view hotel a 3 -star hotel
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
Beyaynetu – Mixed vegetarian platter. With coffee and water
Addis Ababa
Day 8: Arba Minch – Addis Ababa Morning: Take a boat trip on Lake Chamo to see crocodiles, hippos, and birds. Afternoon: Drive back to Addis Ababa (approx. 9–10hrs). Over night addis abeba
Day 9 city your of Addis Ababa
Accommodations
This day will be the end of the tour And you will have flight in the night
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
Shekla Tibs – Tibs served sizzling in a clay pot. With beer and coffee
Addis Ababa
Day 9 city your of Addis Ababa National Museum of Ethiopia See the famous fossil “Lucy” (Dinkinesh) and other archaeological treasures. Holy Trinity Cathedral (Kidist Selassie) one of the most important Ethiopian Orthodox churches. Admire beautiful stained-glass windows and the tombs of Emperor Haile Selassie and Empress Menen Asfaw. Drive up to Entoto Mountain (2900m) for panoramic city views. Visit the Entoto Maryam Church and Emperor Menelik II’s historical palace Merkato Market Explore Africa’s largest open-air market. Discover spices, handicrafts, coffee, and local life. End of tour. Optional farewell dinner with cultural dance at a traditional restaurant.
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