We got picked up at 8:20am. It’s best to go early because it gets really busy and packed by the afternoon.

Hello We didn't do the hike - too old.

Hi Our trip took 3 hours because we didn't do the hour hike. We had breakfast and visited the co-operative that produces the cosmetics and visited the small market where the road ends. We didn't but there is an opportunity to ride a camel or horse. If doing a private trip I suggest leaving around 9. The organised tours picks up other people and that takes an hour or so by which time the road to the base of the mountains gets busy. 3 of you paying for a driver and car is probably a similar price to going with a tour.

I did this tour with my sister and we were with the two of us and our guide (so we were lucky). I believe the amount of people being part of the tour goes to a maximum of seven. The hike was a bit difficult but not impossible for kids. You can take a break whenever you want and where you want or you can even stop and go back. I would highly recommend doing this tour! You always can discuss the possibilities with your tourguide.