Ride The Rift 2021: Jamma Canyon

Day 1: 16th October 2021

For those coming from Debre Berhan there will be cycling opportunities along the way to Deneba. We will stop for coffee in Deneba and join the waterfall explorer group. Arrival from Addis - We will have a group head out to explore the waterfall from the road in. This will be a round trip 10km walk - a bit longer for those who want to trek to the edge of the gorge. Late afternoon activities include cycling around to the edge of the escarpment to get the views at sunset, runners and hikers will have similar opportunities.

Meals: B L D

Accommodation: Camp

Day 2: 17th October 2021

Today the advanced cycling group will cycle to Lemi and head down the new road towards Alem Ketema. We will drop down some 400m in around 9km, before turning off onto a gravel road that more or less follows the contours, giving us an opportunity to ride another 10km out to get great views of the Debre Libanos gorge. Before heading back to the Alem ketema road to get transport back to camp. There will be options for hikers and runners and easier cycling for those not keen on the long ride. Picnic lunch and snacks.

Meals: B L D

Accommodation: Camp

Day 3: 18th October 2021

Today the advanced riders will get the option to ride to the new camp near Enewari. It's around 45-50km mostly on the flat with mix of surfaces - packed soil, gravel roads, a bit of asphalt, and some bumpy stretches. Others will get shorter options for a ride that goes around this extraordinarily beautiful gorge, crossing a waterfall and on to the campsite. Great runs and treks too.

Meals: B L D

Accommodation: Camp

Day 4: 19th October 2021

Today the whole group will make their way to Zena Markos monastery. It’s a great cycle ride from camp to the monastery - cross country, and on gravel and dirt roads. Runners and walkers will get dropped in Enawari and walk/run to the monastery. After a visit and lunch there will be a variety of options for the return including transport for those who prefer.

Meals: B L D

Accommodation: Camp

Day 5: 20th October 2021

This morning people will ride, walk or run from the camp to Deneba (10km) (or for some a closer point) bikes and people will be loaded up and we will return to Addis. We will be back in Addis by mid afternoon.

Meals: B L D

Accommodation: Camp

Accommodation: TBD depending on international flight departure time

Option for later international departures (e.g. need for COVID testing)

Not everyone will be able to leave by plane in the evening of the 20th October for different reasons (COVID testing, other travel plans, etc.) and might need to spend another night in Addis Ababa. You can book your hotel with us in Addis Ababa for an extra night. See hotel prices and airport drop off below. We are happy to assist you with the COVID testing to make it easier for you, and this might give you the extra time to do a city tour in Addis Ababa.