Private tour in Arba Minch Mamaru E

Omo Valley Tribes and Lalibela Church

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I am MAMARU, Born and raised in one of the remote corners of the Omo Valley Archaic tribal communities village. This has given me the opportunity to grow up living by fully understanding the authentic way of life of these unique tribal communities and made me a passionate local guide and expert regarding the life of these communities. I followed my dream of showing my people to the world and became a well equipped tourism expert by finalizing my college studies on Tour operating and guide and currently I work as a self made private service provider to all culture loving travelers who come to my area. I believe that I am the most complete Omo Valley culture guide with a real passion and connection to all the beautiful communities. I also had a chance to travel to all the destinations of the country leading group and individual tours. For these and many other good reasons I am your experimented and best local connection to the Omo Valley tribal communities for the best culture adventure travelers and this makes me unique and a reason to select me as your number one preferred guide. My services will introduce culture lovers into the local people, places and customs by the hand of an experimented local guide living thrilling and stunning experiences in this unique area with the ancestral traditions of its locals and its interesting landscape including valleys, rivers, lakes and mountains. Apart from being an enthusiastic amateur photographer of my people and country, I am professional tour service provider who is graduated from Lion Ethiopia Tourism College specialized in local tour operator and guide in different parts of the Omo Valley, which is one of the richest part in the South of Ethiopia located in the Great Rift Valley. This valley is filled with communities having a unique set of cultural activities beyond the reach of the aggressive material civilization being totally dependent on what their environment provides with an amazing give and take relationship. In this exponentially dynamic world getting the opportunity to come and discover these unique tribal communities is a once in a life time experience for those who love to see and respect various perspectives that our mother Earth serves. Omo valley is unique with a big variety of different ethnical groups and tribes, which you can hardly find in other parts of the world anymore. I am the perfect professional that could take you to living and most fascinating cultures on earth being born and raised besides these tribes speaking fluently some of the tribal languages. With my photographies I have been, To Europe (Germany and Spain) for some time and for promotional purposes and showing my unique people's authentic archaic culture in a tourism based trade fair. For these and many other good reasons, I believe that I stand out the best choice to be your local guide regarding the untouched and unique life of my own people. I have many beautiful stories and facts to share the culture loving world and I am sure to be your number one choice for the best authentic culture adventure and I am happy to welcome you with a warm hospitality. Yours authentic passionate guide MAMARU Organized and led Photography tours to the least accessible archaic tribes of Omo valley South Ethiopia with renowned international photographers and photo tour leaders. 10 years experience organising and guiding tours in Ethiopia. A special recognition from Omo Valley Region on Extreme Adventure documentaries. I don't have any restrictions

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Overview of your Arba Minch tour

Omo Valley is certainly one of the most unique places on earth where the most beautiful and soulful tribal communities live in a happy and peaceful way face to face with nature. I will be your passionate local connection to these beautiful communities for I am born and raised in these communities. I will connect you with my people as a respected guest not as a tourist and this makes me your number one choice for your life-time authentic culture adventure in the Omo Valley region. I would like to assure you that I will give you an experience of a lifetime, one you will never forget.

Your Arba Minch tour itinerary

Day 1: Fly Addis Ababa → Arba Minch. Afternoon visit Dorze Village. Overnight Arba Minch. Day 2: Drive Arba Minch → Konso → Turmi. Visit Konso Village en route. Overnight Turmi. Day 3: Morning visit Dassenech tribe in Omorate. Afternoon visit Hamer Village. Overnight Turmi. Day 4: Drive Turmi → Karo tribe → Jinka. Visit Ari Village in the afternoon. Overnight Jinka. Day 5: Morning visit Mursi tribe in Mago Park. Return to Jinka. Overnight Jinka. Day 6: Visit Ari tribe on the mountain. Afternoon fly Jinka → Addis. Overnight Addis Ababa. Day 7: Fly to Lalibela. Visit first & second group of rock-hewn churches. Overnight Lalibela. Day 8: Morning visit remaining churches. Afternoon fly back to Addis. End of Tour This itinerary is just the highlight you have more things to visit.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Off Roader

Land Cruiser Excellent 4WD cars with comfortable seats, Charging Facilities and AC.

What's included
Private Guide
Tickets: Local Guide, All Village Entrance Fees
Private Transportation
Private Transportation With Driver
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Accommodations in all the areas and domestic flights are also not included but I will help you book with everything once you book the tour plan with ToursBylocals.
Accommodation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: I will meet each client at their interest of meeting place while communicating

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
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Tour categories
Off The Beaten Path
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Tour reference number
1179717
Languages
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

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This private tour is perfect for travellers who want to connect deeply with the local tribal communities of the Omo Valley and explore the historical Lalibela churches. It's ideal for those seeking an authentic cultural adventure, as Mamaru E., your guide, was born and raised in these communities and will introduce you as a respected guest rather than a tourist.

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