South Omo Valley

The Arbore

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The traditional Arbore village, a stone’s throw away from a standard African village, further undermines the idea of authenticity.

Kolcho – the Karo

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Beautifully located village with yet another tribe, well prepared to benefit from tourism.

The Dasanech

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Primitive living conditions and creative body decoration cannot convincingly claim authenticity.

Omorate

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Steaming river-side town on the banks of the Omo River, in the heartland of the Dasanech people.

Dimeka

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Market town with a large attendance of Hamar people, and the usual tourist traps.

The Hamar

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A spectacular ethnic group, with both men and women beautifully decorated.

Turmi

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A small town in Hamar country, with little reason to stay, except for the hotels.

Key Afar

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Market town with too many tourist souvenirs, but also with attendance of large numbers of genuine tribal people.

The Mursi

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Opportunistic approach dominates what could have been a unique ethnic experience with the Mursi tribe.

Mago National Park

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A sad affair in terms of wildlife, but good for birds and insects, and for the Mursi, of course.