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The Simien Mountains in Ethiopia offer superb highland trekking, with far reaching views, rare wildlife and an incredible local culture. This 10 day trek initially follows the main route from Sankaber to Chenek that most shorter treks take. This section follows a dramatic highland ridge and offers some of the best views in the region. After reaching Chenek it is a tough 2 day trek to the summit of Ras Dashen (Ethiopia's highest mountain at 4550m). Very few visitors to the park then continue onto the lowlands, but this final section of the trail is a real treat, very much off the beaten path with some wonderful swimming spots and fantastic birfdlife.
All treks and tailor-made itineraries are organised on demand for groups of two or more people.
Itinerary
Gondar–Debark-Sankaber
Simien Mountains National Park
4 hoursAdmission Ticket Included3200m 2/3hrs driving, 7km 3/4 hours walking You’ll be picked up from your hotel in Gonder around 7.30 am for the 2 ½ hr drive to Debark in a 4x4. The road is rough and very dusty, but if you haven’t left the built-up areas in Ethiopia yet, it is a real eye-opener into the life of the rural majority. At Debark you will sign in at the park headquarters, pick up your guide and scout and head up into the mountains (by 4x4). The road continues all the way to the first camp at Sankaber, but you’ll be dropped off on the way for a leisurely three-hour acclimatization hike. The stunning views hit you as soon as you get out of the vehicle as you walk along the ridge. There will be time to stop for a picnic lunch and after a short but demanding climb (at this altitude) to Sankaber you’ll be met as every day on this trek with a tray of fresh coffee, tea, and snacks. (L, D)- AccommodationsCamping gears(tent,mattress and sleeping bags)Food And DrinksLunchDinner
Sankaber – Gich
Simien Mountains National Park
6 hoursAdmission Ticket Included3600m Walking 5-6hrs / 15km After a hearty breakfast, you’ll set off trekking along the ridge with stunning views over the foothills 800m below. For the first two hours, the trail passes through the low bush of Giant Heather, soda apple, Abyssinian Rose, St John’s Wort, and Globe Thistle. The highlight of the trek from Sankaber to Geech is Genbar Falls, an incredible 500m sheer drop. From the viewpoint opposite, you can watch the falcons, augur buzzard and lammergeier bearded vulture soar on the thermals below. From the Genbar Falls, the trail passes drier dustier land, broken by lunch at a somewhat less intimidating and more peaceful waterfall. Klipspringer and bushbuck may be seen in the steep rocky and wooded slopes, whilst troops of Gelada Baboons roam the dusty fields for roots. there is a wonderful opportunity to visit one of the traditional village houses for home-roasted coffee and injurra. Gich Camp itself is set on a grassy plateau with stunning sunset views. (B,L,D)- AccommodationsCamping Gears(tent,matress and sleeping bag)Food And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
Gich – Imet Gogo) – Siha GorgeE – Keda Dit – Gich
Simien Mountains National Park
5 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedWalking 5-6 hrs / 13km After breakfast, you’ll trek for 2 hours along the grass plateau past countless bizarre outsized Giant Lobelia plants. The destination is Imet Gogo, an incredible rocky promontory that grants 360-degree views over the Simien Range. At an altitude of 3,926m, you can see West back along the ridge towards Sankaber and Geech and South East across a deep gully towards tomorrow’s ridge walk to Inatye and Cheneck Camp. The views here are arguably the best in the Simien Mountains and the drop is terrifying. From Imet Gogo, you’ll return to camp via the Siha Gorge for lunch. Afternoon at leisure before heading out for a short optional sunset trek to KedaDit (3760m). Overnight at Geech Camp again. (B,L,D)- AccommodationsCamping Gears(tent,matress and sleeping bag)Food And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
Gich – enatey - Chenek
Simien Mountains National Park
7 hoursAdmission Ticket Included3,600M)Walking 7 hours / 15km Today is the longest and arguably most spectacular passing close to the ridge most of its length. After breakfast, you will head back on the path towards Imet Gogo before detouring SE towards Inatye. The path drops into a forest of Giant Hazel before following the ridge on open grassland. The climb to Inatye (4,070m) rewards stunning views. Inatye roughly translates as “mamma mia” and the terrifying vertical drop here justly warrants the name! After a picnic lunch, the path follows mostly downhill through open grassland and giant lobelia towards Chenek with a number of stunning viewpoints along the way. Chenek camp is superb for wildlife with both Gelada Baboons and Wallia Ibex common here. (B,L,D)- AccommodationsCamping Gears(tent,matress and sleeping bag)Food And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
Chennek – Ambiko
Simien Mountains National Park
10 hoursAdmission Ticket Included(3200M) Walking 10 hours This is the longest day of the trek, with up to 10 hours of trekking. After breakfast, you will set out from camp for a steady 2-hour climb up to Buahit Pass (4,200m). From the pass, there are stunning views over Ras Dashen. From the pass, the path leads down across the Meseha Valley crossing the river at 2,750m before climbing back up to the Ambiko Campsite at 3,200m.- AccommodationsCamping Gears(tent,matress and sleeping bag)Food And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
Ambiko – Ras Dashen-Summit
Simien Mountains National Park
8 hoursAdmission Ticket Included(3200M)Walking 8 hours Today is summit day, with a long climb of over 1200m and a brutal series of false peaks. After five hours of climbing, you finally reach the steeper rocky ground leading up to the summit cairn. There is plenty of time to enjoy the expansive views from the highest mountain in Ethiopia before returning the same way to Ambiko- AccommodationsCamping Gears(tent,matress and sleeping bag)Food And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
Ambiko– Sona
Simien Mountains National Park
9 hoursAdmission Ticket Included3500m Walking 9 hours Another long day that takes you back from Ambiko down to the Meseha River at 2,750m, before ascending again to the small village of Arkwazye. From Arkwazye it is down again to the wonderfully situated campsite at Sonar, which has fantastic views over the first section of the trek.- AccommodationsCamping Gears(tent,matress and sleeping bag)Food And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
Sona -Mekarebya
Simien Mountains National Park
6 hoursAdmission Ticket Included2150M)Walking 5-6 hours Setting out from Sonar you soon reach the Incya Valley which you descend for 2-3 hours down to the lowlands. You’ll enjoy a picnic lunch on the banks of the Incya river where there is a lovely spot for a refreshing swim. After lunch, there is a further 2-hour walk along the banks of the river to Mekarbra where you camp in the village.- AccommodationsCamping Gears(tent,matress and sleeping bag)Food And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
Mekarebya -Mulet
Simien Mountains National Park
4 hoursAdmission Ticket Included2150m waking 2 hours The walk today passes along the dry river bed of the Incya River. The bird life is incredible, pin-tailed waders, village indigo, paradise monarchs, and tropical bobu are all frequently spotted. Luch at Derkwenth pool, where you can rest and swim. From the pools, there is a 2-hour climb to Awazza Village at the foot of the striking Awazza Table Mountain. There will be time for a refreshment stop in the village before a final hours trek up to the last camp at Mulet.- AccommodationsCamping Gears(tent,matress and sleeping bag)Food And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
Mulet – Gondar
Simien Mountains National Park
3 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedAfter breakfast, it is a 3 hour walk to Adi Arkaye, where you’ll be picked up and transferred back to Gonder (3 hour drive).
What's included
INCLUDED
Government taxes
Local guide
Lunch (9)
Dinner (9)
mule(s) & mule handler
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast (8)
All Fees and Taxes
Bottled mineral water
scout
Camping Gears ,Light Blanket ,Tent,Sleeping Bags and Matters recommended to bring your own S/Bags
NOT INCLUDED
Other personal expenses, souvenirs, tips and gratuities, etc.
Services which are not listed on the inclusion
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Location
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Provider
Simien Mountain Trekking and Tours
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