Tour Code 09= 9 Days /8 nights Cultural and Coffee Tribal Adventure in Southwestern Ethiopia
Highlights
Jimma, Addis Ababa
Group Tour
9 Days
Medium
English, French, German
Description
Discover the rich cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes of Southwestern Ethiopia on this immersive 9-day adventure. Travel through the lush coffee-growing region of Kaffa, known as the birthplace of coffee, and visit historic sites such as the National Museum in Addis Ababa and the old palace of King Abajifar. Meet the indigenous Suri tribe, renowned for their vibrant customs including lip-plate adornment and stick fighting ceremonies, offering a rare glimpse into a way of life largely untouched by modern influences.
Itinerary
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Day 1 : Arrival in Addis Ababa
- Arrive Addis Ababa.
Transfer to hotel.
Visit National Museum (home of Lucy), Mount Entoto, and Merkato market.
Overnight at hotel.
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Day 2 : Transfer to Jimma and Coffee Plantations
- Have breakfast.
Fly or drive to Jimma, known for coffee plantations.
Overnight at hotel.
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Day 3 : Explore Jimma and Travel to Mizan Teferi
- Check out from hotel.
Visit the old palace of King Abajifar (1878–1932).
Drive to Mizan Teferi via Kaffa region, birthplace of coffee.
Overnight at hotel.
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Day 4 : Journey to Kibish Village and Suri Tribe
- Have breakfast.
Drive to Kibish village.
Visit Bebeka coffee plantation and the village of Tulgit to meet the Suri tribe.
Overnight camping.
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Day 5 : Full Day with the Suri Tribe
- Spend full day visiting Suri tribe villages.
Observe lip plate customs among women.
Overnight camping.
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Day 6 : Visit Tulgit and Surma Stick Fighting Ceremony
- Drive 20 km to Tulgit village.
Witness Surma stick-fighting ceremony (if available).
Overnight camping.
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Day 7 : Return to Mizan Teferi via Maji Village
- Drive to Mizan Teferi via Maji village.
Stop at local markets along the way.
Overnight at hotel.
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Day 8 : Return to Jimma and Tea Plantation Visit
- Check out from hotel.
Drive back to Jimma via same route.
Visit Wush Wush tea plantation.
Overnight at hotel.
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Day 9 : Return to Addis Ababa and Departure
- Have breakfast.
Fly to Addis Ababa.
Do additional city activities and finalize tour.
Enjoy farewell dinner.
Transfer to hotel or airport for departure.
End of service.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 5 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 5 | /person |
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This is a group tour |
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