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★ Cover Story · High Altitude Trekking 8 min read · Oct 2025

Secrets of the Simien Escarpment

Journey to Africa’s grandest canyons. Trekking at 3,600 meters among friendly Gelada baboon troops and ancient alpine flora.

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By Dr. Claire Underwood Senior African Wildlife Journalist
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