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12 Day | Omo River Safari to Ethiopia

Country Ethiopia
Theme Photography | Expedition Collection from Mark Nolting | City Touring | Set Departure | Remote | Culture
Time of Year October
Budget From $9,100
Duration 12 Days

Itinerary Description

For a cultural experience beyond words (and almost beyond belief), Ethiopia tops our list as the most impressive in the world. Ethiopia has what are considered by many as the most primitive tribes on earth in the Omo River Valley, a visit to this country will truly take you back thousands of years in time.

AAC has a Group Departure - October 7, 2025 - Please request details and pricing.

With a country as large and diverse as Ethiopia with so many highlights on offer, it can be overwhelming trying to fit as much in as possible in an attempt to “see it all”. With this in mind, we try to customize itineraries to get an in depth look into a culture and history that dates back to the very origins of civilization and where the more well-known and impressive attractions are visited, with a couple of hidden gems thrown in.

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Day by Day Itinerary

Day 01+02

Addis Ababa

On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. Next morning enjoy a city tour of Addis Ababa today. 2 nights Sapphire Hotel.

Day 03

Arba Minch

Morning city tour in Addis before catching commercial flight down to Arba Minch. Evening boat cruise on Lake Chamo. Overnight Haile Resort.

Day 04

Omo River

Drive from Arba Minch to Lumale Camp on the banks of the Omo River. Visit market towns of Key Afer, Dimeka and Turmi. Overnight Lale’s Camp.

Day 05

Omo River

Visit Kara and Hamer villages around Lumale Camp. Overnight Lale’s Camp.

Day 06

Omo River

Take the boat up river for three hours and camp on the banks of the river with a group of Mursi tribes people. Overnight Mursi Fly Camp.

Day 07

Omo River

Boat back down the river and visit both Nyangatom and Kwegu communities. Overnight Lale’s Camp.

Day 08

Omo River

Drive across the Murulle plains and get boat at Omerate. Boat down to Delta Camp on an island in the Omo Delta. Overnight Delta Fly Camp.

Day 09

Omo River

Visit Dassenech communities and witness DIMI ceremony. Boat cruise on to Lake Turkana, the Jade Sea. Overnight Delta Fly Camp.

Day 10

Addis Ababa

Catch charter flight back to Addis. Celebrate Meskel in Addis. 2 nights Sapphire Hotel.

Day 11

Addis Ababa

Full day city touring in Addis. Chance to visit Jemma Gorge and Debre Libanos Monastery.

Day 12

Transfer to airport. Flight out.

Safari Pricing Details

2025 Land Arrangements

Per Person Sharing

(Based on 2 Travelers)

From $12,950

(Based on 3 Travelers)

From $11,500

(Based on 4 Travelers)

From $10,100

(Based on 5 Travelers)

From $9,550

(Based on 6 Travelers)

From $9,100

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The Africa Adventure Company was one of the first boutique travel agencies to offer customizable Africa travel itineraries. Together we can create a trip that includes the experiences and destinations most important to you, your family, or your group.

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Industry Leaders in Customizable Safaris

The Africa Adventure Company was one of the first boutique travel agencies to offer customizable Africa travel itineraries. Together we can create a trip that includes the experiences and destinations most important to you, your family, or your group.

Value-Added
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Many travelers expect private and independent safaris to be unaffordable, but our clients are delighted to discover they do not have to join a group of strangers in order to experience a customized safari adventure.

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Safety-Focused

We work with people who will take care of you. Our guides, travel consultants, and tour operators understand the complicated and complex nature of travel in Africa and have decades of experience to ensure your safety at every leg of your trip.

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