5-Day Simien Mountains Trekking Adventure

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Fly from Addis Ababa to Gondar – Trek to Sankaber

Fly from Addis Ababa to Gondar and begin your adventure with a scenic drive to Debark, including a brief stop at Simien Mountains National Park headquarters to arrange trekking permits. Enjoy an easy 2–3 hour trek to Sankaber, allowing your body to acclimatize to the altitude. Overnight camping under the stars at Sankaber, surrounded by dramatic highland landscapes.

Main Destination:

Simien Mountains National Park

Best Time To Visit September to December (Beautiful scenery)

High Season October to April (Lodges are busy)

Best Weather October to April

Wildlife in Simien Mountains NP

Gelada Monkey Abundant

Walia Ibex Occasional

Ethiopian Wolf Rare

Klipspringer Rare

Bushbuck Rare

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Golden Jackal Rare

Hyena Rare

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Simien Mountains NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Trek from Sankaber to Gich (3600 m)

Trek approximately 12 km over 5–6 hours through highland grasslands, heather forests, and cultivated fields. Enjoy stunning escarpment views and encounter playful Gelada baboons along the way. Reach the spectacular Jinbar Falls, where the waterfall plunges into a deep valley. End the day in the village of Gich, where you can participate in a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony, an authentic cultural experience. Overnight camping near Gich.

Main Destination:

Simien Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Simien Mountains NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Trek from Gich to Chennek (3620 m)

Prepare for a long but rewarding trek of 12 km over 7–8 hours. Take a detour to Imet Gogo (3925 m) for breathtaking panoramic views. Along the route, admire giant lobelia, spot the majestic lammergeyer, and the endemic thick-billed raven. Pass notable peaks such as Inataye (4070 m) and deep valleys before arriving at Chennek, a prime location to observe the rare Walia Ibex. Overnight camping at Chennek.

Main Destination:

Simien Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Simien Mountains NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Trek to Ras Bwahit (4430 m) – Return to Gondar

Ascend to Bwahit Pass (4200 m) and, for adventurous trekkers, continue to Ras Bwahit, Ethiopia’s second-highest peak. The 10 km trek takes 5–6 hours and offers opportunities to spot Walia Ibex and the critically endangered Ethiopian wolf. In the late afternoon, drive back to Gondar, concluding your unforgettable trekking journey through the Simien Mountains. Overnight in Gondar.

Main Destination:

Simien Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Simien Mountains NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Fly from Gondar to Addis Ababa – Optional City Tour

After flying back to Addis Ababa, enjoy an optional half-day city tour. Visit the National Museum of Ethiopia to see Lucy, the 3.2-million-year-old fossil. Stroll through Entoto Park for city views and eucalyptus forests. Enjoy lunch at the Addis Ababa Cultural Restaurant. In the afternoon, visit Saint George’s Cathedral, the coronation site of Emperor Haile Selassie, followed by a walking tour of Merkato, including the recycling and craft areas. Finish with souvenir shopping before returning to your hotel, passing major monuments along the way.

Main Destination:

Addis Ababa (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.