Tribal Life Ecolodge

Remote and yet easily accessible, Tribal Life Ecolodge is the first and only lodge located inside a tribal village in Ethiopia. We promote sustainable tourism and focus on preserving tribal traditions, conserving nature and cultures and sharing them with the world. We are 100% Hamer-tribe operated assuring our travelers an authentic and tribal experience, unique activities and unforgettable memories. Nestled inside the heart of the Hamer tribe, our lodge invites you to escape the ordinary and immerse yourself in the extraordinary. Here you’ll discover a tribal sanctuary, where comfort meets sustainability, and tribal discovery is your constant companion.

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Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted with genuine hospitality by Hamer tribe members. Learn about their history, customs and daily life by immersing yourself in the tribes way of life. Participate in traditional activities, such as dance, music and craft making. Gain insight into their spirituality, healing practices and unique belief system. 

We prioritize responsible tourism. Tours are conducted with the upmost respect for the tribes, culture and environment by  local tribesmen. A portion of your tour fee goes toward community development initiatives, such as education and healthcare to empower the tribes, future generations. 

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Experience Tribal Life

Tribal Life Ecolodge is community-operated and benefits the entire Hamer village community economically. Every person, from our lodge tour guides and cooks to the drivers and support staff, is a Hamer local. The best part is that your hosts are eager to share the culture with you as well as the iconic tribes that inhabit the Omo Valley and have persevered for ages. Your visit encourages conservation of traditional Hamer culture and preservation. It provides travelers with the chance to enhance their experience and knowledge by connecting with and learning from the locals as well as participating in local activities.

Amenities & Facilities

Rise to the sound of the birds under the acacia canopy above in your private, Hamer-built hut. Featuring garden views, each room has a double bed with mosquito net, towels, eco-friendly toiletries, optional in-room dining area, it’s own private backyard with fruit trees, and a wrap-around terrace. Our peaceful, completely off-grid huts are supplied with battery-powered lanterns and a solar-battery kit to charge your devices. We operate a generator from 7-10 pm. We use non-toxic cleaning supplies, water conservation methods, and various other sustainability-focused initiatives. WiFi is available in the main lounge

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At Tribal Life, we take our commitment to the environment seriously. Each room features hamer-built furnishings, energy-efficiency lighting and amenities that minimize our ecological footprint all while providing you the comfort you deserve. Step out onto your private veranda and enjoy a cup of locally-sourced Ethiopian coffee served in a hand-crafted calabash.

A bedroom with a bed and a ceiling fan.

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In-house Restaurant
Restaurant & Bar 

The restaurant caters exclusively to the lodge's guests and features Iocally-inspired, seasonal menus bursting with the freshest and most sustainable ingredients. The lodge provides breakfast including Tribal Life’s home-grown seasonal fruits, organic vegetables from the lodge garden, our farm fresh eggs, locally-sourced coffee and home-baked breads.  Picnic baskets are available upon request for guests to purchase for a to-go lunch to be taken out while exploring.

Bar
Our lodge bar features cold Ethiopian beer and Hamer-made honey wine. For the very daring, we invite you to try our Hamer Parsi made from fermented sorghum, a true tribal favorite. 

Our Inside Pictures

Take a look at some really great pictures captured in and around our premises by our guests.

A group of people standing next to each other.
A river with trees in the background and clouds above.
A group of young men walking across the desert.
A man with painted face holding a stick.
Two women with long hair and necklaces on their necks.
A tree with grass and flowers in front of it.

What Our Guests Say

We take pride in serving our guests with the best experience. Read what they say.

4.5/5
Our time spent at the Tribal Life Hamer lodge, where we got to know Wado, Miley, and Regan—albeit only briefly—while living as locals in a tribal community, is filled with wonderful memories for us. Our close interaction with the Hamer people was the highlight of our trip; they were incredibly friendly and made us feel like guests rather than visitors. The extent of our passion for Africa as a whole is beyond words. It seemed to us like home away from home. We shall always hold special memories of our time spent at Tribal Life. I wish you all the very best!
Emily Hunt
4.5/5
Julie Robinson
4.5/5
We had the time of our lives during our stay at Tribal Life Ecolodge—it was a dream come true. We were greeted with such warmth and gratitude by the local people, from whom we learned so much. Ayke, our tour guide, looked after us well and told us a lot about the culture of the area. The lodge is stunning in and of itself, the food was fresh and creative and the staff was incredibly helpful and nice. I would advise everyone to take this vacation. We are grateful for the wonderful experience we had at Tribal Life Ecolodge.
Morgan Jonathan
4.5/5
James Brook

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