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2 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
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 at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Sankaber (3250 m)
Accommodations
Overmight Camping
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Simien Mountains National Park
Early morning we drive along a good paved road from Gondar to the park headquarters in Debark, the 100 km journey will take around two to three hours. At the headquarters we will arrange our permits to the park and pick up our scout. After that we will drive for another hour before we will start our first day introductory walk. This first hike is an easy one along the northern edge of the escarpment with a nice view points over the foothills and plains of northern Ethiopia. You will encounter gelada baboon along this hike.
Jinbahir - Sankaber - Gondar
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Simien Mountains National Park
We follow the northern escarpment eastward, before we descend a little into the Kaba Valley. After that we climb up before we reach Gich Abyss and continue over a narrow ridge to a cliff where we have a spectacular view of the abyss towards the Simien foothills. We also find a large waterfall here, where the Jinbahir River plunges 500 m into the abyss. Having finished enjoying and taking pictures around the fall, we will walk back to Sankaber through the other way round enjoying with the great wazla River valley landscapes and villages towards to south direction of the path where I born and grow up. Then we will drive back to Gondar, if you still need to have more walk we can stop in between and possible to do it. Then drive back to Gondar. Or Axum
Options
2 Days Simien Mountains Trekking
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Guide and scout fee
All Fees and Taxes
Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast
Mule(s) & Mule handler
Bottled mineral water
Alcoholic Beverage
Services which are not mentioned on the inclusion
Pickup points
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Semien experience
Steven W,Apr 28, 2024
- Review from Viator
4.00All the personnel supporting this trip were outstanding in their friendliness, knowledge and attentiveness. However the road to the mountains is very bad. It would have been good for Viator to state the vehicle used and provide the option of a 4WD. If it had rained a 4WD would have been essential for safety and comfort.
unblievable and unique
389chungl,Mar 12, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00they arranged our 2 days hike in the Simiens mountains and a day trip to Bahar Dar. Everything was carefully planned and spot on. they always go the extra mile to show you the city - even accompanied me to a fabric shop in the city center for me to take some back home. You can trust simien tour and travel, they'll make sure you have an amazing trip!
Memorable Experience
niyola887,Mar 12, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife & I spent full day sightseeing around Lalibela with team.Lalibela was great. I did not expect to be so impressed by the rock carved church complex,but it was genuinely amazing,the food was tasty,very friendly guide.It was well organized tour.Thanks!! We will come next time.
Fascinating trip
2112sonia,Mar 10, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did two days trekking in Simien mountain. Amazing people and beautiful culture. It was challenging and magnificent trip. Best driver and nice car.Thanks for arranging the tour.
Amazing place
1177simona,Mar 9, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I went on 2 days trek in the Simien mountains with team.Amazing place,plants,scenery,animals and beautiful cultures.Its great life experience. Thanks!
stunning view
012laura,Mar 6, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I did two days trek in the simien,The trip with Simien tour and travel was awesome.It was well organised,the food was delicious.The trek was fantastic and the guide was very exprienced.Thanks for the amazing trip!
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