Reckoned by enthusiasts to be one of the Africa’s premier’s location for white water rafting, the rivers early fury takes it through gorges hundreds of meters deep over fish and the huge shapes of crocodiles and hippos. White water rafting is generally done on the Blue Nile near Bahir Dar (a few days), along the Omo River (the whole stretch can take up to a month) and on the Awash River (one or two days). Specialized expeditions have tackled other rivers, including the Tekezze, the Beshilo and the Baro. Rafting can only be done at certain times of the year, after the rains, and needs to be set up well in advance.
Omo River White Water Rafting
The Omo River is an immensely popular river in Southern Ethiopia. The water body initiates from the Shewan highlands and moves towards south, empting into the Lake Turkana, located at the border of Kenya. As the river moves further, it gains momentum by falling off from an incredible height of six thousand feet! Thundering along the deep canyons, the river moves through dense forested areas. Considered to be one of the most remote areas, the Omo River is also noted as one of the most sought-after scenic places on the earth.
In the same way, the river scores quite well among rafting enthusiasts as well. From challenging torrents and exquisite terrains to exotic wild lives and lush green forestry – the river has it all. A rafter gets to discover a lot, once he starts exploring the fascinating Omo River. The welcoming whitewaters of high-levels can offer the most spectacular view and off course, the most electrifying rafting adventures. However, none of the rapids are much threatening, thus providing joyous excitement all the way!
As you raft through the desolate lands, you are sure to enjoy every bit of the exhilarating trip. Along with the enticing whitewaters of the Omo River, a rafter is bound to get thrilled by the splendor of the breathtaking scenery. Streaming through the gorges, you can get a glimpse of the mystifying tribal culture along the riverside. It is even said that some of these desolate places by the riverside are still virtually unknown to the rest of the world.
The picturesque scenery throughout the trip is indeed dramatic, with numerous waterfalls and streams joining the Omo River in the entire trip. So, get prepared for a remarkable trip as the mystic river awaits you!
