What to know before you come to the Omo Valley.
Detailed itineraries are in English for now. Write to me in your language, I will reply.
The driest months are usually December to February and June to September. The long rains come around March to May and shorter rains around October and November, when some roads get muddy. Ceremonies such as bull jumping happen in many months.
Ethiopian Airlines flies from Addis Ababa to Jinka on some days of the week. By road it is about two days from Addis, usually with a night in Arba Minch. I can meet you at the airport or the bus station.
Most visitors can get an Ethiopian e-visa online before travelling. Check the official government e-visa website for your nationality.
Ask your doctor about yellow fever vaccination and malaria protection for the lowlands. Bring repellent, sunscreen and any medicine you need. Drink bottled or treated water only.
Bring cash in Ethiopian birr. In the villages there are no card machines, and ATMs outside Jinka are rare.
Light long sleeves, a hat, good walking shoes, a headlamp, a power bank, and a dust cover for your camera. Nights in the lowlands are warm.
Always ask before taking a photo. In many villages a small payment per photo is normal; I explain the amounts before we arrive and help you agree them fairly. Some moments are private, and I will tell you when to put the camera down.
Buy an Ethio Telecom or Safaricom SIM card in Addis or Jinka. There is signal in towns, but often none in the villages.
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.
Office: Jinka, South Omo Zone, Ethiopia
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