Surma Stick Fighters at Combat.
15-Day Surma and East Omo Valley Tribes Cultural Tour : Authentic Ethiopian Tribal Immersion
Dive into the untamed spirit of Ethiopia tribal tours 2025/26 with our 15-day Surma tribe tour and East Omo Valley cultural adventure, uncovering the raw traditions of semi-nomadic peoples in Ethiopia's remote southwest. Start in Addis Ababa, then fly to Jinka for an odyssey through Surma stick fighting rituals, Hamer bull jumping ceremonies, Mursi lip plates, and the intricate body paintings of the Karo and Dassanech tribes. Explore Omo Valley villages, cross the Omo River by canoe, and witness vibrant tribal markets in Turmi and Kibish. This custom Omo Valley tribes tour emphasizes ethical encounters with local guides, eco-lodges, and sustainable support for communities. Book your Ethiopian cultural immersion 2025 to experience Africa's living heritage!
Day 01
Arrive in the capital Addis Ababa and transfer to hotel
Day 02
Fly to Jimma city and meet drivers of 4x4 cruiser and drive to Chebera Churchura NP.O/n camping
Day 03
Full Day Game viewing in the most untouched park of Ethiopia. over night camping
Day 04
Elephant sight seeing at Shoshuma campsite. Overnight camping
Day 05
Drive to Mizan Teferi crossing wild coffee forests with a stop at Jimma city to visit Aba Jifar pallace. O/n hotel
Day 06
Drive to kibish through the largest coffee forest called Bebeka before passing Akobo river and reach kibish. O/n camping
Day 07
Fullday exploring Surma lives. The most authentic tribe in the west of Omo. O/n camping at kibish
Day 08
Drive from Kibish to Turmi visiting the Nyangatom tribe on the way. O/n Turmi lodge
Day 09
An excursion to karo village. Return and visit Hammer village near Turmi. O/n Lodge
Day 10
Another excursion to Omorate to visit the Dassenech – a tribe accross Omo river. O/n turmi lodge
Day 11
Drive to earbore village to see the unique earbore village in the oTher side of Buska mountain. O/n Turmi lodge
Day 12
Drive to the amazing Konso with a stop at Jinka where the Ari and Benna’s reside.O/n konso lodge
Day 13
Visit the UNESCO recognized terracing, villages and king’s palace and stunning kesergeyo before heading to Arbaminch. O/n hotel
Day 14
Drive to Dorze’s village early and return to Arbaminch for an afternoon boat trip on Lake Chamo. O/n hotel
Day 15
Fly back to Addis Ababa. Shopping and traditional farewell dinner before departure.