The Omo Valley is undoubtedly one of the most unique places on earth. It has the most wide variety of people and animals that inhabit it.
The tribes that live in the lower Omo Valley are believed to be among the most fascinating on the continent of Africa and around the world.
It is estimated over 200,000 tribal people live in the Omo Valley. Among the ancient tribes that live there, you will find a wide variety of wildlife.
The earliest known discovery of Homo Sapien (Human) fossil fragments were found in the lower Omo Valley.
In thev valley are also the Omo National Park and the Mago National Park. These parks are home to elephants, giraffes, lions, zebras, exotic birds and many more wild animals.
Tours are offered through the valley and it is often you come into contact with at least 15 different ancient African tribes that live in the lower Omo Valley.
Some of the different tribes are the Arbore, Ari, Bena, Bodi, Bumi, Daasanech, Dorze, Hamer (Hamar), Kara (or Karo), Konso, Kwegu, Mursi, Tsemay, and the Turkana. You meet many of them when you tour the valley.