Overview
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3 days
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Simien Mountains - "Chess pieces of the gods"
The Simien Mountains present the most dramatic mountain scenery in Africa: "the chess pieces of the Gods" as one writer described them, tower over precipitous gorges, river valleys and plains stretching all the way to Eritrea.
Additional Info
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 at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Gondar to Sankabar
Accommodations
Overnight Camping
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Simien Mountains National Park
Drive from Gondar to Debark. Here we obtain a permit from the Park headquarters and collect our obligatory scout before continuing to Sankabar (3250m ASL) for the first overnight camp. An early start is needed as the drive from Gondar takes a 2-3 hours. The trek begins at Buytras (Simien Lodge), taking about 3 – 4 hours to walk to the Sankabar campsite is usually possible. During the walk there’s a good chance of seeing your first Gelada baboons.
Sankabar to Geech
Accommodations
Overnight Camping
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Simien Mountains National Park
In the morning of day 2, we will walk to Geech via the spectacular Jinbar waterfall. The trek will take approximately 5 – 7 hours. After descending down to the Jinbar Wenz (which feeds the waterfall) a short ascent remains to Geech village. A short distance beyond Geech village is the camp site. The camp site has great views of the mountains and is characterized by giant lobelia plants. The nearby Kedadit summit provides one of the best places to see the sun set. The camp site is situated at 3600m ASL.
Geech to Ambaras to Gondar
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Simien Mountains National Park
we trek from Geech to the Imet Gogo promontory, for one of the most spectacular views in the whole mountain range. This is a great day for seeing the magnificent Lammergeier vultures. From Imet Gogo we trek back to the road near a village called Ambaras and meet the car for the drive back to Gondar. The trek will last approximately 4-5 hours. Or end in Axum as well.
Options
3 Days Simien Mountains Trekking
Pickup included
What‘s Included
mule(s) & mule handler
All Fees and Taxes
Local guide and scout
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled mineral water
Alcoholic Beverage
Services which are not listed on the inclusion
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Reviews
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent Tour
H1501HBleej,Mar 12, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00They have great guides, They know all about the flora and fauna of the simiens, are friendly, and professional. We were well looked after in camp with good tents, sleeping bags, food, and even hot water bottles! The simiens mountains are beautiful, we also saw walia ibex, Ethiopian wolves, and gelada monkeys.
unique nature
850yungs,Mar 5, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip had everything, awesome landscape every animal you would wish to see in the semen mountain, including an Ethiopian wolf, and it was organized greatly by simien tour and travel. tent was nice and also the food was good and the transportation as well. i definitely recommend everyone to go with simien tours.
Great Trip
1221maria,Mar 4, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I took a part with other travelers a 3 days trekking to the Simien mountains.There were respectful and very kind team.Every thing was well organized.I recommend this Agency!
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