3 Days Exploring Arba Minch: Lakes, Tribes & Nature｜Ethiopia

3 Days Arba Minch tour

Day 1: Fly Addis Ababa to Arba Minch

Fly from Addis Ababa to Arba Minch and begin your tour with a visit to the Dorze villages, famous for their tall beehive-shaped huts and exceptional weaving traditions. Learn about the daily life of the Dorze people and enjoy panoramic views over the Rift Valley and Lakes Abaya and Chamo. In the afternoon, visit the scenic Forty Springs (locally known as Nech Sar), where you can relax amid lush greenery before returning to your hotel for overnight.

Day 2: Visit Lake Chamo and Konso Villages

After breakfast, enjoy a boat trip on Lake Chamo to spot hippos, crocodiles, and a wide variety of bird species in their natural habitat. Later, drive to Konso, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to explore the unique terraced hillsides and traditional stone-walled villages that reflect centuries of ingenuity. Return to Arba Minch in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3: Morning Visit to Crocodile Market and Departure

Start your morning with a visit to the famous Crocodile Market on Lake Chamo, where you’ll see large Nile crocodiles basking along the shore alongside hippos and vibrant birdlife. Enjoy the final views of Arba Minch’s beautiful lakes and surrounding hills. Afterward, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Addis Ababa, concluding your memorable Arba Minch adventure.

Which is Included

• Breakfast
• Accommodation
• Unlimited bottle of water
• Local guide
• All Entrance fees
• Government Tax

Which is excluded?

• International air ticket
• Tip
• Video filming and photograph fees
• Alcohol beverages