From Gondar: 2-Night 3-Day Simien National Park Trek

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ID: GYG361840-647860
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Country: Ethiopia

Duration: 3 days


Description

Hike through the UNESCO-listed Simien Mountains National Park. Spend the night in a tented camp so as to truly immerse yourself in East Africa. Encounter endemic wildlife including the gelada baboon and the Simien fox.
• Day one: Gondar - Debark - Sankaber 

Your Ethiopian trekking adventure begins here with a two-hour drive to Debark, the entrance to Simien Mountains National Park. Get all the formalities and permits for visiting the famous Simien Mountains sorted before entering the park. Meet your personal cook and the scouts who will assist you throughout the tour, and collect your camping gear. 

Continue on a one-hour drive on a rough road to Sankaber for your first hike of two to three hours to assist with acclimatization process. The first of many amazing views of the dramatic mountain range is sure to amaze you. Settle in for an overnight in the Sankaber camp. 

• Day two: Sankaber - Geech

Pack up your gear at Sankaber and meet your mule men before commencing the trek. Hike to Geech in five to six hours (11,800 feet, 8 miles), spotting many gelada baboons, klipspringer, and bush buck on the way. Walk along the escarpment before dropping down for impressive views. Eagles, vultures, and ravens are commonly seen here.

On day two you'll also pass by Genbar Falls, an incredible 1,640-foot sheer drop of water. In the evening, climb Mount Kedadit (12,335 feet) for an unforgettable sunset. Overnight at the Geech campsite. 

• Day three: Geech - Chenek - Gondar

From the Geech campsite, trek back to Chenek. After lunch, drive back to Gondar to get dropped off at your hotel or any other address.

Highlights

  • Admire spectacular views within the Simien Mountains National Park
  • Spot a variety of wildlife unique to Ethiopia
  • Go off the beaten track on this exciting three-day trip

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Though sleeping bags are provided, it is highly recommended you bring your own
Any address in Gondar
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED

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 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 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.