3 Days Gheralta Mountains Trekking

Unlock an unforgettable blend of culture, adventure and awe with our 3-Day Gheralta Mountains Trekking  Tour, a short but soul-stirring journey into one of Ethiopia’s most majestic regions.

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Priest on the entry of Abune Yemata Guh.

Overview

Unlock an unforgettable blend of culture, adventure and awe with our 3-Day Gheralta Mountains Trekking  Tour – a short but soul stirring journey into one of Ethiopia’s most majestic regions. On this curated expedition, you’ll trek rugged escarpments, climb to ancient cliff-side churches like Abuna Yemata Guh and Maryam Korkor that hover more than 2,000 m above the valleys, and pause to absorb silent panoramas that few travelers ever witness.

This isn’t just another sightseeing stop, you’ll hike through highland plateaus, meet warm village communities, explore rock-hewn sanctuaries carved by monks centuries ago, and return each night to a comfortable guesthouse where the stars above feel closer than ever.

Tour Timeline

  • 01

    Mekelle – Gheralta

    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 colourful decorated church which is dated back to 7thc, AD called abune Abraham and continue down to the base camp about 2 hour. Accommodation at:  camping in the village under the big tree.

    CampingBreakfast, lunch, dinner
  • 02

    Gheralta – Korkor

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

    CampingBreakfast, lunch, dinner
  • 03

    Gheralta – Mekelle

    After early breakfast start trekking to the highest point of the Gheralta which is 2700 above sea level to see view to wards the 4 corners of the remarkable Gheralta Mountains & after lunch in the top the mountain continue trekking to visit the church of Mariam Korkor & Danile Korkor, after visiting those churches we will continue one hour walking to Hawzan. Finally drive back to Mekelle.

    CampingBreakfast, lunch, dinner

What's Included

  • All transfers and ground transportation with fuel and driver allowance.
  • All entrance fees according to the program.
  • Accommodation while camping (or tent).
  • Bottles of drinking water throughout the tour.
  • Multilingual professional guide.

What's Excluded

  • International and local flight tickets, visa and insurance.
  • Pay the locals for photo and video.
  • Alcoholic drinks.
  • Any other expenses which are not mentioned.

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