Description

The detailed description and services of the lodge are presented below:

1. Location & Setting

• Scenic Setting: The lodge is situated in Jinka, near the Jinka Stadium, on the road leading to Mago National Park, in a captivating location completely immersed in nature.
• Back-to-Nature Feeling: The expansive compound is lush with natural grass and mature trees. Located right next to the Neri River, it provides guests with a peaceful, authentic back-to-nature atmosphere.

2. Accommodations

• Safari Tents & Huts: The lodge features 20 to 26 traditional thatched-roof safari tents and huts built on raised wooden platforms.
• Natural Building Materials: These accommodations are constructed entirely using locally sourced natural materials, including bamboo, wood, mud, and traditional textiles.
• Essential Comforts: Each unit is clean and well-kept, offering an en-suite bathroom (with toilet and shower) and a protective mosquito net.

3. Dining & Restaurant

• Sidamo Bamboo: This is the main restaurant within the lodge, showcasing stunning interior craftsmanship entirely made of wood and bamboo.
• Cuisine: The restaurant serves fresh local dishes alongside popular Italian-style options (such as pasta and pizza). Most of the vegetables and fruits used in the kitchen are harvested directly from the lodge’s own organic garden.
• Open-Air Terrace: The restaurant features a spacious open-air terrace that offers beautiful views of the Neri River and the surrounding lush greenery.

4. Amenities & Excursions

• The Meeting Point: A dedicated tented cultural space designed for hosting cultural and educational exchanges between the local community, students, and visiting tourists.
• Massage Room: A specialized wellness space offering relaxing full-service massages using therapeutic herbal and traditional African oils.
• Excursions: As a primary gateway for travelers exploring the Omo Valley, the lodge arranges customized tour itineraries to Mago National Park and facilitates visits to the region’s famous indigenous tribes (including the Mursi, Karo, Hamer, and more).

5. Contact Details

• Mobile Number: 0911318200