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72 hours
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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
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
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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Camping Equipments
Air-conditioned vehicle
Services which are not mentioned on the above section
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Accommodation at: camping in the village under the big tree.
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
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.
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
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.
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
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)
Pickup included
Operated by Danakil Tour and Travel