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Southern Ethiopia - Gughe, Bale and Tullu Deemtu Mountains
From £3,200 Altitude 4,377m Grade: T3
Southern Ethiopia - Gughe, Bale and Tullu Deemtu Mountains
Explore the spectacular mountains and landscapes of southern Ethiopia. An adventurous journey combining the crowning jewel of the Gamo highlands, Mt Gughe, with the extraordinary Bale Mountains National Park.
Away from the troubled Simien Mountains and northern regions of Ethiopia, this trek takes you into some of the country's most remote and fascinating landscapes, combining high-mountain trekking, spectacular scenery and encounters with local communities and wildlife.
With fascinating cultures and some of Ethiopia's most remarkable wildlife, this is an opportunity to explore a less-visited part of the country.
From the terraced slopes of the Gamo Highlands and the summit of Mount Gughe to the volcanic landscapes of the Sanetti Plateau and the wildlife-rich Harenna Forest, Southern Ethiopia offers an extraordinary variety of experiences in one adventure.
Dates & Prices
Availability
** Flight prices are estimated and will be confirmed prior to final payment.
Payment Schedule:
Initial Deposit as quoted above upon booking
Interim Deposit £400, due 4 months before departure
Final Balance due 10 weeks before departure
What's Included
- Estimated International flights from London (flight-inclusive package)
- Financial protection through ATOL or ABTOT
- Accommodation (twin/double sharing basis) - 3-night hotels, 4/5 nights camping, 4/5 Lodge
- Meals BLD whilst on Trek
- Park fees as appropriate
- All road transfers in country (unless indicated in exclusions)
- Transfers to and from the in-country airport if flights booked with Adventure Peaks
- British Group leader or local guide for small groups
- Local trekking staff to assist (cook and porters)
- All camping equipment (excl. personal kit)
- All team members will receive a free Kit Bag or logoed gift (for clients residing outside of the UK, a postage charge will be applied)
- 24hr back-up and support from our UK staff
- 15% Discount off the RRP on clothing and equipment purchased at the Adventure Peaks shop.
What's Excluded
- Travel to and from UK airport (unless otherwise specified)
- Internal flights (subject to a supplement after £120)
- Transfers to and from airport if flights NOT booked with Adventure Peaks
- Personal equipment
- Travel Insurance
- Meals in Addis Ababa
- Drinks and personal spending
- Tips for local staff
- Meals if not indicated in inclusions
- Visas (if required)
- Excess baggage
Itinerary
Day 1 | Depart UK |
Day 2 | Arrive Addis Ababa Bole |
Day 3 | Domestic flight to Arba Minch |
Day 4 | Trek Dorze – Chencha – Gughe Foothills |
Day 5 | Gughe Trekking – Summit Approach |
Day 6 | Gughe Summit – Alpine Exploration |
Day 7 | Return Trek |
Day 8 | Drive from Zigiti to Arbaminch |
Day 9 | Arbaminch-Robe (Goba) › Dinsho HQ (6-7 hrs drive) |
Day 10 | Web Valley Exploration |
Day 11 | Sanetti Plateau Acclimatization |
Day 12 | Summit Day: Tullu Deemtu (4,377 m) |
Day 13 | Harenna Cloud Forest & Coffee Culture |
Day 14 | Morning flight back to Addis |
Day 15 | Return UK |
Insurance
It is essential for a trip of this type that you are adequately insured. When researching insurance options, please ensure the policy covers you for the following:
- Cancellation or curtailment
- Helicopter rescue (most insurance companies will no longer cover for ‘search and rescue’ but providing you stay with the group, they will assist with ‘rescue’)
- Repatriation
- The altitude that you are expected to attain
- The location especially when travelling to Antarctica
- Grade of trek/climb/expedition
- Medical cover
We are aware the following provide insurance:
For UK based clients:
Treks under 7000m - Campbell Irvine Direct : http://www.campbellirvine.com/AdventurePeaks Tel: 0207 938 1734
For Trekking Peaks under 7000m (such as Mera & Island Peak) ensure to contact them directly prior to purchasing a policy, including your trip itinerary to ensure your trip is covered
True Traveller Ins: www.truetraveller.com Tel: 020 3822 0200 for treks, some Nepali trekking peaks and low technicality higher peaks like Peak Lenin or Aconcagua
The B.M.C.: www.thebmc.co.uk Tel: 0161 445 6111
World Trips: www.worldtrips.com Tel: 1-800-605-2282
Travelex Ins. Services: www.travelexinsurance.com Tel: 1-800 228 9792
Austrian Alpine Club (UK) https://www.alpenverein.at/britannia/ Tel: +44 (0)1929 556870
Rothwell & Towler: www.world-first.co.uk Tel: 0345 908 0161 (under 6400m)
J S Insurance: www.jsinsurance.co.uk Tel: 0800 043 0020
Snowcard: www.snowcard.co.uk (Online Only)
Dogtag: www.dogtag.co.uk Tel: 0333 005 1085 (Check excess etc)
For non-UK based clients:
World Trips: www.worldtrips.com Tel: 1-800-605-2282
Travelex Ins. Services: www.travelexinsurance.com Tel: 1-800 228 9792
True Traveller Ins: www.truetraveller.com Tel: 020 3822 0200
Austrian Alpine Club (UK) https://www.alpenverein.at/britannia/ Tel: +44 (0)1929 556870
AXA Worldwide Travel Ins: www.axainsurance.com Tel: (0) 330 678 3394
Ingle International: www.ingleinternational.com Tel: (USA) +1 833-362-0692
Insure for Less: www.insure4less.com.au (Australian clients) Tel: +61 (0) 2 9312 5168
Insurance for Technical Peaks and High/Extreme altitude (7000m+) – you will find obtaining insurance for these peaks quite difficult, however Global Rescue is used by many clients and our expedition leaders
Adventure Peaks partners with Global Rescue to offer the world’s leading travel protection services. Medical and security emergencies happen. When they do, we rely on Global Rescue to provide our clients with medical, security, travel risk and crisis response services. Without a membership, an emergency evacuation could cost over $100,000. More than one million members trust Global Rescue to get them home safely when the unexpected happens:
https://partner.globalrescue.com/adventurepeaks/
You do not have to use any of the above, but if you make your own insurance arrangements documentary evidence of your own policy is required.
Please forward the details of your Insurance as soon as you have it: we need the insurance company’s name, their 24 hour emergency telephone number and your insurance policy number – info@adventurepeaks.com
