From Gondar: 2-Day Simien Mountains Hiking Adventure
ID: GYG1457257-2224564
Category:
Country: Ethiopia
Duration:
2 days
Description
Discover the Simien Mountains on a 2-day hiking adventure from Gondar. Admire the towering cliffs, deep valleys, and rugged mountain peaks, and spot Gelada monkeys and other wildlife.
Begin your journey in Gondar with an early morning pickup and a scenic drive to Simien Mountains National Park. After entering the park, start your hike around Sankaber and follow trails along the spectacular escarpment. Admire towering cliffs, deep valleys, rugged mountain peaks, and expansive highland scenery. Along the way, look for Gelada monkeys and other wildlife that live in the park.
Continue through the highland landscape toward Gich, enjoying peaceful trails and panoramic views away from the city. Spend the night in the Simien highlands, surrounded by the impressive mountain scenery.
On the second day, continue hiking toward Imet Gogo, one of the most spectacular viewpoints in the Simien Mountains. From the viewpoint, enjoy sweeping views across the escarpment, valleys, and surrounding peaks. Take time to photograph the dramatic scenery before hiking back toward Ambaras.
Meet your vehicle at Ambaras and drive back to Gondar, with hotel drop-off at the end of the adventure.
Highlights
- Discover the Simien Mountains on a 2-day hiking adventure from Gondar
- Admire the towering cliffs, deep valleys, and rugged mountain peaks
- Spot Gelada monkeys and other wildlife that live in the park
- Spend the night in the Simien highlands, surrounded by mountain scenery
- Hike to Imet Gogo, one of the most spectacular viewpoints in the park
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The hike involves moderate physical activity
Weather can be unpredictable, prepare accordingly
Accommodation is basic
INCLUDED
- Accommodation (Camping)
- any location airport or hotel in Gondar pick up and drop-off
- Meals
- Bottled drinking water
- Chef and assistant chef
- entrance fees
- Park Range
- local guide
- Mule and mulehandles
- Car in and out
NOT INCLUDED
- Domestic flights
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Tip
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
