Rising in the mountains of Dogu’a Tembien in northern Ethiopia, it flows northward to empty finally into the Weri’i which in turn discharges into Tekezé River.

On steep slopes, exclosures have been established; the dense vegetation largely contributes to enhanced infiltration, less flooding and better baseflow.

[6][7] Transhumance takes place in the summer rainy season, when the lands near the villages are occupied by crops.

The gorges are particularly attractive as a transhumance destination zone, because there is water and good growth of semi-natural vegetation.

[12] In the rainy season, flash floods may occur in Agefet and it is advised not to follow the river bed.