These villages are all very interesting; with unspoiled natural and traditional cultures, lifestyles, decorations and ceremonies.

Additionally, Swaynes Hotel is also a gateway to the Omo Valley with its scenery, and ecologically diversified conservation areas including Mago and Omo National Parks, where many attractions can be found.

Our hotel is also accessible to the attractive Bale Mountains National Park, which is known as the location of Africa’s largest plateau and fascinating Afro-alpine vegetation. Additionally, it possesses a number of endemic and non-endemic wildlife.

During your trip to Bale Mountains National Park, visit the Sof Omar cave, which is one of the world's most spectacular and extensive underground systems. It follows the course of the Weib River, which flows into the cave year-round.

Continue to our Evangadi Lodge at Turmi for comfortable tented bungalows and a campsite. Here you will find the Hamer people with their unique culture, extravagant hairstyles and ornaments. Their dances (Evangadi) and marriage ceremonies with bull-jumping are unique. Moreover, the weekly markets are meeting places not only for the Hamer, but also for the Dassanech, Karo, Erbore and others.

Our goal at Swaynes Hotel is to satisfy you beyond your expectations. Our low rates and courteous service have earned us an excellent reputation. For more information, please contact our Reservations department