8 days tour

Trek Simien Mountain Ethiopia

Trek Simien Mountain Ethiopia

This tour includes:

Meals

Lunch Dinner

Transport

Air Conditioned Vehicle with Fuel

Guide

Guide

Others

Entrance Fees

Accommodation

Full Accommodation

Not included:

Others

Any Alcoholic Beverage Video Fees Photographic Fees

Optional

Other activities and services not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Flights

International flights are not included

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Itinerary of your trip Trek Simien Mountain Ethiopia

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrival And Take Flight To Gondar
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrival And Take Flight To Gondar

      Arrival and take a flight to Gondar and drive from Gondar to Sankaber about 4 hours. This is the site that is termed as the most wild and spectacular of all Ethiopian landscapes-The Roof of Africa. Observe the magnificent scenery, birds and game like an endemic Gelada Baboon. On your way, visit Woleka that is the settlement for Felasha-Ethiopian Jews (Israelites).  O/N. Camping at Sankaber including all meals.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Trek From Sankaber To Geech (5 Hours And 20 Minutes)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Trek From Sankaber To Geech (5 Hours And 20 Minutes)

      Start trekking to Geech camp-3600masl. The trek passes through the last of the cultivated areas and then the true Afro-Alpine zone, where Giant lobelias stand like sentinels presiding over the unworldly landscape. You should see troops of Gelada baboon and birds include Rappelโ€™s Griffons, Choughs and Lammergeyers. Overnight Camping, at Geech Camping site

  • Day 3 Day 3: Walk/Mule Trek From Geech To Chenek (9 Hours)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Walk/Mule Trek From Geech To Chenek (9 Hours)

      You will walk or ride a mule from Geech camp to Chenek, one of the most beautiful sites in the mountains. This will be a wonderful trekking day with excellent views and a chance of spotting an endemic Walia Ibex at Kurbet Metaya, the nearby site of Chenek. Overnight camping at Chenek

  • Day 4 Day 4: Trek From Chenek To Ambikwo (8 Hours)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Trek From Chenek To Ambikwo (8 Hours)

      Trek from Chenek to Ambikwo via Bouyet pass having an altitude of 4200masl.  This route is highly vegetated by an Endemic Giant Lobelia and has a chance to spot both Endemic Gelada Baboon and Walia Ibex. Overnight camping at Ambikwo camping site

  • Day 5 Day 5: Trek From Ambikwo To Ras Dashen Summit (10 Hours And 40 Minutes)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Trek From Ambikwo To Ras Dashen Summit (10 Hours And 40 Minutes)

      A dawn starts from Ambikwo to the summit of Ras Dashen (4620 meters). Have a chance to spot birds like Sacred Ibises, Hooded Vulture and Red Billed Cliff Chat.  Have a memorable   picnic lunch at the tip of the mountain. Return to your camp at Ambikwo for overnight including all meals.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Trek Back To Chenek (6 Hours)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Trek Back To Chenek (6 Hours)

      Trek back to Chenek. Overnight camping at Chenek, camping site includes all meals.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Drive Back To Gondar
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Drive Back To Gondar

      Drive back to Gondar. En route admire the scenery of the road with chances of spotting mammals & birds. Overnight Hotel in Gondar

  • Day 8 Day 8: Fly From Gondar To Addis Ababa
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Fly From Gondar To Addis Ababa

      Fly back to Addis Ababa. Have shopping time and some sightseeing in the city. After a complementary traditional dinner you will be transferred to airport for departure back home.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 80

Age range allowed for this experience.

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