Three days trekking in tigray mountain

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3 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Tigray churches are in remote places, short treks are required to reach them. Until recently there were no organised overnight treks; luckily, for adventurous travellers, this has changed. Guests are guided through the mountains by specially trained guides

What's Included

All Fees and Taxes
Camping Equipments
Lunch (Optional[3])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[2])
Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast (Optional[2])
Breakfast
Services which are not mentioned on the above section

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Drive from Mekele to Gheralta

    1 stop
  • 1
    Gheralta Rock

    Drive from Mekele about 100km towards the massive Gheralta mountains to drop you in the beginning of the trekking site after breakfast in the bottom of the mountain continue trekking 1:30 to reach the old church on the sky called Youhans Maqudi after visit this church continue trekking about 3 -4 hours to reach the colorfully decorated church which is dated back to 7thc, AD called Abune Abraham and continue down to the base camp about 2 hour.

    8 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 2

    Gheralta - Korkor

    1 stop
  • 2
    Gheralta Rock

    After breakfast by our professional cook continue trekking admiring the wonderful view, wildlife, and traditional Tigray house to reach Mariam papasite. After visiting that church continue trekking to the base camp for about 4 hours. Accommodation at: camping in a village called Korkor.

    6 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 3

    Gheralta - Mekele or Axum

    1 stop
  • 3
    Gheralta Rock

    After early breakfast start trekking to the highest point of the Gherealta which is 2700 above sea level to sea view towards the 4 corners of the remarkable Gherealta mountains & after lunch in the top the mountain continue trekking to visit the church of Mariam Korkor & Daniel Korkor, after visiting those churches we will continue one hour walking to Hawzien. Finally, drive back to Mekelle. (Option Drive to Axum)

    6 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Danakil Tour and Travel

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Hiking Tours
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
4WD Tours
Walking Tours
Nature Walks
Car Tours
Adventure Tours
DSA non-compliant
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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