"I have been on a lot of fantastic white water trips, and row myself, but the Omo River with Gary
and Alyson was truly phenomenal. Gary is laid back in everything but his regard for his client's
safety and enjoyment. An expedition like the Omo never goes according to "plan" (hippos and monsoons
fail to cooperate), but Gary is a wizard at innovation and getting the most out of any trip. Be sure
to grab the opportunity to join Gary on his next river expedition."
"Gary worked patiently with us for over two years planning an itinerary for
ten friends who wanted to 'see it all and do it all' in only three weeks
and within a reasonable budget! Although it would be impossible to do
justice to such a varied and fascinating country as Madagascar in such a
short time we certainly gave it a try!
Along the way we canoed, trekked, rode zebu carts and a unimog before a brief sojourn at the coast for
diving, snorkeling and just plain relaxing on the Mozambique Channel at the
beautiful Chez Maggie Hotel. In all we traveled through four very different
ecological regions and the homelands of nine tribal groups, for the most
part maintaining the "mora mora" philosophy.
This relaxed composure was
largely because of the efficiency and flexibility of Gary and his team as
well as the welcoming, easy going nature of the Malagasy people. Nowhere in
our far ranging travels have we felt more at ease than among the Malagasy.
Gary's assistant Gerard Ravoajanahary is a professional naturalist of the
highest order and has an uncanny ability to spot wildlife, large and small ,
during the heat of the day or at night. No one in our group felt they had
not seen a broad sampling of Madagascar's unique fauna and flora.
Thanks for a unique experience."
John & Tess Cederholm, USA
Manambolo River / Custom Itinerary
Madagascar 2003
"What a rich experience! Spectacular
scenery, varied terrain, fascinating creatures, exotic trees & plants, wonderful
food accompanied by Malagasy music around the campfire, and the tender care of
our river guides and porters. Gary and Gerard's warm professionalism made our
visit extremely memorable. Each part of our journey was well thought out,
and went very smoothly. And Chez Maggie Hotel in Morondava is a must!"
Marilyn & Bob, USA
Manambolo River / Custom Itinerary
Madagascar 2003
"My Omo trip was an incredible adventure into a wilderness with
animals that kept reminding me I was in Africa and peoples with
cultures so vastly different that I know I will never look at our society
the same again. After the initial anxiety, the daily routines of camping
and being on the water and sharing good meals and good company
eased any fears I had. The rafting allowed much time for contemplation
of the passing scenery and of tse tse flies and of my own place in the
world - a chance for an inward journey as well as one to a distant land."
Gloria, USA
Omo River Expedition
Ethiopia 2001
"Best two weeks of my life!"
Tilly, UK
Omo River Expedition
Ethiopia 2001
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"Rafting the Omo River presents an amazing opportunity to leave the familiar behind.
It was truly a life changing and soul clearing adventure. Never before (and never again) will
I see and met people so far removed from our increasingly small world. Crocs, hippos, baboons,
amazing scenery, secluded camps and the people, the encounters with people along the river were
the best of all. They were as fascinated by meeting me as I was by meeting them. I have stories
to last a lifetime."
Michael, USA
Omo River Expedition
Ethiopia 2001
"Rafting on the Upper Omo River, 15-days was (is) the
loveliest and biggest chapter in my life. When I first thought about it I was not
so sure what it would be a like in reality. By the continued effort and encouragement
of the Remote River Expeditions officials (especially Gary Lemmer) I now have
something to talk about the rest of my life.