Waterfall viewpoint above the Geech Abyss / deep gorge
Simien Mountains
Jinbar Waterfall Geech Abyss.
Between Sankaber and Geech on the western Simien trekking route
Also known as: Jinbar River, Geech Abyss, Genbar
About
Jinbar Waterfall (Geech Abyss)
Jinbar Waterfall (also known as Jinbar River / Geech Abyss; sometimes Genbar in local usage) is where the Jinbar River disappears over the escarpment edge and plunges into the Geech Abyss. It is one of the defining scenes of the western Simien trekking route and a highlight of the Sankaber–Geech day. Water volume varies with season and recent rainfall.
Highlights
What stands out, on this ground.
Defining scene on the Sankaber–Geech trek day
Strong subject for landscape photography
Seasonal variation in flow and spray
Things to do
How to spend time, when you are here.
- Viewpoint stop during the Sankaber–Geech trek
- Photography of the waterfall and gorge
- Short guided approach walks to safe viewing positions
