7-Day Borena-Saynt Highland Trekking Adventure
About
Explore Borena-Saynt National Park, one of Ethiopia’s quietest highland trekking destinations. Trek across Afro-alpine plateaus, deep gorges, and high ridges. Spot geladas, bushbuck, and endemic birdlife, and meet the Wollo highland communities, experiencing traditional coffee ceremonies and mountain village life.
This 7-day trek offers serenity, cultural immersion, and authentic highland adventure — a true alternative to the crowded Simien or Bale Mountains.
Addis Ababa • Dessie / Borena Town • Borena-Saynt National Park, North Wollo, Amhara Region
- Accommodation (camping gear or eco-lodges)
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Professional trekking guide & local scouts
- Park entrance & conservation fees
- Pack animals for gear transport
- Ground transfers to/from Addis
- International flights
- Visa & travel insurance
- Sleeping bag (bring your own)
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips for trekking crew
- Activity level: Moderate (highland trekking, light bush walking)
- Pack animals provided for gear transport
- Cultural interaction with Wollo villages
- Ideal for photographers and birdwatchers
- Booking recommended at least 14 days in advance
Itinerary
Day 1 — Arrival in Addis Ababa
Pickup at Bole International Airport, city orientation, visit National Museum, Holy Trinity Cathedral, evening cultural dinner, overnight in Addis hotel.
Day 2 — Drive Addis → Dessie / Borena Town
Scenic drive through Rift Valley & highlands, coffee stops, overnight in guesthouse/lodge near park.
Day 3 — Trekking Start: Afro-Alpine Highlands
Trek from Borena village into plateaus, spot geladas & highland birds, picnic lunch, overnight camping with mountain views.
Day 4 — Escarpment Trails & Waterfalls
Hike through forested valleys and cliffs, see bushbuck, colobus monkeys, and waterfalls, overnight camp near Saynt escarpment.
Day 5 — Wollo Village Immersion
Trek to traditional Wollo villages, participate in coffee ceremony, interact with villagers, overnight homestay or community eco-lodge.
Day 6 — High Ridges & Birdwatching
Morning ridge trek with panoramic views, birdwatching (Abyssinian catbird, thick-billed raven), afternoon rest, farewell trekking dinner under the stars.
Day 7 — Return to Addis Ababa
Morning descent, drive or optional domestic flight to Addis, farewell cultural dinner, transfer to airport.
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