Natural Crafts Ethiopia

After 7 km on the road south of town, turn left at the "Gore Water Supply Treatment Plant" sign to reach the village of Becho, 13 km along a track that is difficult in places. The Hotel Baranagash is a good address for organizing the expedition. From here, an hour's walk or horseback ride will take you to the waterfalls in the heart of a beautiful forest: plunging more than 30 m, they are ranked among the most beautiful in the country. The excursion takes a good half-day, or more depending on trail conditions.

Of the three alkaline volcanoes in the region, El Soda ("the house of salt") is the only one easily accessible. The village overlooks a crater more than 100 m deep, at the bottom of which is the oil-black circle of the lake, which can be reached by a half-hour walk. The ascent is much more strenuous, requiring at least 1 hour. Depending on the season and water temperature, the men start work earlier or later in the morning. Before embarking on the excursion, make sure that the salt harvest has begun.