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Ethiopia's Omo Valley
A Land That Time Forgot
An extraordinary opportunity to immerse yourself in Ethiopia’s desolate Southern Omo River Valley. This is a rare, unscripted immersion into the authentic communal life of the Omo Valley. Designed exclusively for the culturally conscientious traveler, this journey prioritizes genuine human connection over curated performance; nothing you encounter is staged for tourism.
In honoring the indigenous communities, we maintain a flexible approach to our logistics. Access to specific villages is subject to local circumstances, such as communal gatherings or traditional observances, which may necessitate spontaneous itinerary adjustments. It is precisely this commitment to unfiltered authenticity that distinguishes this experience, offering a profound level of cultural integrity seldom found elsewhere
Our guides are sensitive and respect the local chiefs and their families, resulting in a beneficial experience for all. You'll discover ethnically diverse cultures and customs in some of the most isolated areas of the Omo Valley. This is a true cultural immersion into one of the most ancient lifestyles still left in the world.
When traveling to Ethiopia, we suggest aligning the trip with the colorful market days and if at all possible, holidays. Dates will change each year.
Featured Inclusions:
Specialist guide
All special invitational visits
Born Free Concierge Service, 24/7 Emergency US & Africa Contacts
Pre-Journey Briefing Booklet, Born Free Customized Backpack, Luggage tags
Personalized Bound Final Itinerary.
Special internal flight fares are available when international flight is booked on Ethiopian Airlines.
Full list of inclusions and tariff details will be sent upon request.
Request more information regarding combination trips with Ethiopia's Historic Northern Route.
Born Free Exclusive Option: All guide gratuities can be included.
Journey Priced From: Call for current rates.
Rates are in US dollars, includes current taxes & park fees - subject to change.
Request rate if you would like a single room.
Does not include international or internal air. There are special rates for internal flights when international flight is booked on Ethiopian Airlines. If you are not flying Ethiopian Airlines, the internal flights will be quoted separately.
Is this your dream trip?
This journey is perfect for the adventurous traveler. This trip will visit authentic villages. Nothing is staged. A visit here must be only for the culturally sensitive traveler. Due to realistic nature of this trip, there are times that itineraries may need to be changed, or a village cannot be visited at all due to a meeting or even a funeral. This is what makes the trip to the Omo so special and so real, unlike many other areas of the world.
Tailor-Made Itinerary: Ethiopia Omo Valley can be combined with the northern Historic Route. Rate reduction for combined trip. Extensions available to the Semien Mountains and the Danakil Depression. Each itinerary is tailor-made to your individual interests. Your research has led you to Born Free Safaris. Now let our Specialists create your journey the way you want to experience it.
Highlights
- Private Custom Journey
- Choice of Accommodations
- Exclusive Born Free Safari Guide
- Local Specialty Guides
- In-depth tour of Addis Ababa
- Visit the National Ethnological Museum
- Traditional Ethiopian Dinner and Festivities
- Mago National Park
- Rift Valley - Lake Langano and Lake Ziway
- Omo Valley - an area where time as stood still
- Meet with Jinka, Dorze, Mursi, Hamer & Konso people
- Hear about traditions from Shammas and Elders
- Attend a Traditional Coffee Ceremony
- Special Departures for Festivals times Timket, Meskal
