Trekking Tigray’s Churches
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Country: Ethiopia
Country: Ethiopia
Duration: 1 days
Description
Begin on an unforgettable 3-day adventure through the ancient rock-hewn churches of Tigray, where history, faith, and stunning landscapes await you.
Day 1
After breakfast, drive approximately 100 km from Mekele towards the majestic Gheralta Mountains. You will be dropped off at the starting point of your trek. From the base of the mountain, begin a 1.5-hour hike to the breathtaking Youhans Maqudi Church, located high on the cliffs. After visiting this ancient church, continue your trek for 3 to 4 hours to reach Abune Abraham Church, a beautifully decorated site that dates back to the 7th century AD. After exploring this historic church, begin your descent to the base camp, a 2-hour walk.
Accommodation: Camping in a local village beneath a large tree.
Day 2:
After breakfast, prepared by our professional cook, continue your trek while enjoying the stunning views, wildlife, and traditional Tigrayan houses along the way. Your destination today is Mariam Papsite Church. After visiting the church, continue trekking for about 4 hours to reach the next base camp.
Accommodation: Camping in the village of Korkor.
Day 3:
Start the day with an early breakfast, then embark on a challenging hike to the highest point of the Gheralta Mountains, located at 2,700 meters above sea level. From this summit, enjoy panoramic views of the four corners of the Gheralta region. After lunch at the top, continue your trek to visit the historic Mariam Korkor and Danile Korkor Churches. After visiting these remarkable sites, walk for an additional hour to reach Hawzan. Finally, drive back to Mekele.
Day 1
After breakfast, drive approximately 100 km from Mekele towards the majestic Gheralta Mountains. You will be dropped off at the starting point of your trek. From the base of the mountain, begin a 1.5-hour hike to the breathtaking Youhans Maqudi Church, located high on the cliffs. After visiting this ancient church, continue your trek for 3 to 4 hours to reach Abune Abraham Church, a beautifully decorated site that dates back to the 7th century AD. After exploring this historic church, begin your descent to the base camp, a 2-hour walk.
Accommodation: Camping in a local village beneath a large tree.
Day 2:
After breakfast, prepared by our professional cook, continue your trek while enjoying the stunning views, wildlife, and traditional Tigrayan houses along the way. Your destination today is Mariam Papsite Church. After visiting the church, continue trekking for about 4 hours to reach the next base camp.
Accommodation: Camping in the village of Korkor.
Day 3:
Start the day with an early breakfast, then embark on a challenging hike to the highest point of the Gheralta Mountains, located at 2,700 meters above sea level. From this summit, enjoy panoramic views of the four corners of the Gheralta region. After lunch at the top, continue your trek to visit the historic Mariam Korkor and Danile Korkor Churches. After visiting these remarkable sites, walk for an additional hour to reach Hawzan. Finally, drive back to Mekele.
Highlights
- Tigray Church Trek truly special is the combination of everthing
- Our knowledgeable local guides share personal insights into the rich culture
- ancient history, and deep spiritual significance
Guiding languages
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When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.