3 Days Gheralta Mountains & Tigray Churches Trekking
Tour Highlights
- Trek into the stunning Gheralta Mountains of the Tigray region.
- Visit the ancient Youhans Maqudi rock-hewn church after a scenic 1.5-hour ascent.
- See the colorfully decorated, 7th-century rock church of Abune Abraham.
- Experience unique overnight camping in traditional Tigray villages under large trees.
- Hike through stunning landscapes, admiring wildlife and traditional Tigray houses.
- Visit the historic Mariam Papsite and Mariam Korkor churches.
- Climb to the highest point of the Gheralta (2700m) for panoramic 4-corner views.
- Explore the twin churches of Mariam Korkor and Danial Korkor.
Day 1: Drive to Gheralta and Trek to Abune Abraham
After breakfast in Mekele, drive about 100km to the base of the Gheralta Mountains. Start trekking: a 1.5-hour hike to the old church of Youhans Maqudi. Continue trekking (3–4 hours) to the colorfully decorated, 7th-century church of Abune Abraham. Descend to the base camp (2 hours). Overnight: Camping in a village under a big tree.
Day 2: Trekking to Mariam Papsite and Korkor Base
After breakfast, continue trekking, admiring the wonderful views, wildlife, and traditional Tigray houses. Visit the church of Mariam Papsite. Continue trekking to the base camp (about 4 hours). Overnight: Camping in a village called Korkor.
Day 3: Trek to Gheralta Summit & Churches, Drive to Mekelle
After breakfast, continue trekking, admiring the wonderful views, wildlife, and traditional Tigray houses. Visit the church of Mariam Papsite. Continue trekking to the base camp (about 4 hours). Overnight: Camping in a village called Korkor.
