Nomad Ethiopian ToursJinka · South Omo

Destinations

The Omo Valley, its markets, and the rest of Ethiopia.

South Omo at a glance

Jinka is the starting point. From there the roads lead to the Mursi, Banna, Hamer, Karo and Dassanech areas.

Omo River JinkaAri MagoMursi Key AfarBanna DimekaHamer TurmiHamer KorchoKaro OmorateDassanech

  1. JinkaMy town, the Saturday market, and the Ari villages in the green hills.
  2. Mago and Key AfarThe Mursi beyond the park, and the Banna at the Thursday market.
  3. Dimeka and TurmiHamer country: cattle, beadwork and the bull jumping.
  4. Korcho and OmorateThe Karo above the river, the Dassanech near the lake.

Market days

The weekly markets are where people from across the valley meet to trade. Plan your route around them. Days can change, so I confirm before your trip.

MondayTurmi
TuesdayAlduba
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ThursdayKey Afar
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SaturdayDimekaJinka
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The road down into the valley
On the road down to the valley

Beyond the Omo

The Omo is home, but I travel the whole country. Add the north or the east to your trip, or plan one of its own.

Church of Saint George, Lalibela

Lalibela

Eleven churches cut down into the rock 800 years ago, still used by priests and pilgrims.

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Cliff church in Gheralta

Gheralta

Sandstone towers and churches hidden in the cliffs, some reached by climbing.

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Erta Ale lava lake

Danakil

The lava lake of Erta Ale, the colours of Dallol and the salt caravans.

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Hyena feeder in Harar

Harar

The walled old city, and the men who feed wild hyenas by hand at night.

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Plan your trip with me

Tell me your dates, how many you are and what you want to see. Every trip is tailored, and I reply with a route and a quote.

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Office: Jinka, South Omo Zone, Ethiopia