Lalibela – Erta Ale – Omo Valley – 10 Days

In the morning, continue your visit to the second group of rock-hewn churches, including Bete Amanuel, Bete Merkorios, Bete Abba Libanos, and Bete Gabriel-Rafael (possibly a former royal palace). Finally, visit Bete Giyorgis, often regarded as Lalibela’s most beautiful church.
Later, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Addis Ababa. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and proceed with a guided city tour.
Visit the National Museum of Ethiopia, home to one of the world’s most important paleontological exhibits, including “Lucy.” Continue to Holy Trinity Cathedral, the final resting place of Emperor Haile Selassie.
Then drive to Mount Entoto, the highest peak overlooking the city. Visit the former palace of Emperor Menelik II and enjoy panoramic views.

Fly to Semera and drive into the Danakil Depression.
Your destination today is Erta Ale Volcano, known as the “Smoking Mountain” or the “Gateway to Hell,” famous for its active lava lake—one of only a few in the world. The drive, although only about 80 km, can take 5–6 hours due to rough terrain.
After a short rest and dinner at the base camp, hike to the summit at sunset. At the crater, you will witness the glowing lava lake and feel the intense heat of molten rock. Descend back to base camp and spend the night under the open sky.

After breakfast, drive to Lake Afrera (also known as Lake Giulietti), a hypersaline lake located in one of the hottest regions on Earth.
Observe traditional salt mining by the Afar people, who extract salt blocks by hand and transport them using camels. Continue to Hamed Ela Camp, a remote settlement offering basic accommodation. The Afar people, known for their resilience and nomadic lifestyle, inhabit this area.
Overnight: Camping

Today, visit the Dallol region, one of the lowest points on Earth (116 meters below sea level). The area features colorful geothermal pools, salt formations, and volcanic landscapes.
After exploring, drive to Mekelle and take the evening flight back to Addis Ababa.
Overnight: Addis Ababa

Take a morning flight to Jinka. Upon arrival, drive to visit the Mursi Tribe, well known for the large clay lip plates worn by women.
After lunch, drive to Turmi via Dimeka. If the day is Tuesday or Saturday, you will have the chance to visit the colorful weekly market.
Overnight: Turmi

Drive through wide savannah plains to Omorate to visit the Dassanech Tribe, who live along the Omo River.
In the afternoon, visit the Hamar Tribe, known for their unique hairstyles, colorful dress, and the bull-jumping initiation ceremony. Return to Turmi for overnight.

In the morning, visit the Karo Tribe, famous for body painting and scarification.
Continue to visit the Nyangatom Tribe, who live near the Omo River and are known for hunting and strong cultural traditions. Return to Turmi in the afternoon and visit a Hamar village.
Overnight: Turmi

Drive to Arba Minch via Konso Cultural Landscape, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its terraced hills and traditional villages.

Drive to Chencha to visit the Dorze people, known for their weaving skills and unique bamboo houses.
Later, return to Addis Ababa. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a traditional Ethiopian cultural restaurant with music and dance. Transfer to the airport according to your departure schedule.