12 Breakfast, 11 Lunches and 9 Dinners
Highlights
- Document the unique traditions of the peoples of the Omo Valley, described by National Geographic magazine as “Africa’s Last Frontier,” during dances and gatherings specially arranged for our group.
- Frame a wide array of subjects, from bustling village markets and everyday life among thatched huts to the birdlife of Lake Chamo and the pilgrims of Lalibela.
- Visit Omo Child, an organization co-founded by National Geographic Explorer Lale Labuko, dedicated to rescuing mingi children in the Omo Valley.
What's this trip about?
Between its ancient wonders and its vibrant ethnic traditions, Ethiopia presents a rare chance for photographers to document fascinating cultures barely touched by the centuries. In the Omo River Valley, meet and photograph diverse peoples who distinguish themselves with elaborate body paint, scarification, and lip plates. Document bustling market scenes, and train your lens on the exquisite underground churches of Lalibela.
Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeOperator does not provide
Age rangeOperator does not provide
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityAddis Ababa
End CityAddis Ababa
Travel Themes
Activities
Trip includes
- Accommodations
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Educational materials
- Pre-departure information
- Entrance fees, excursions, and sightseeing noted as included in the itinerary
- All gratuities except those for train or ship's crew, unless otherwise noted on the itinerary page
- Ground transportation during the expedition
- Transfers to and from group flights where applicable
- Services of National Geographic experts and/or local guides, lecturers, expedition leaders
- Other staff
- Taxes, port charges, baggage handling, and service charges
- Internal airfare is included on some international expeditions as indicated in the itinerary.