From Gondar: 3-Day Simien Mountains Trek with Lodge Stay

Embark on a 3-day guided trek through the Simien Mountains from Gondar. Stay at the Simien Lodge and Geech Camp, see gelada baboons and Walia ibex, and enjoy panoramic views from Imet Gogo.
Day 1: Gondar to Simien Lodge

Begin your adventure with a morning pickup in Gondar and drive to Debark to obtain your park permits. Continue into the park to reach Simien Lodge, Africa’s highest lodge, located on the escarpment.

In the afternoon, take a short acclimatization walk around the lodge and viewpoints over the Simien escarpment. Keep an eye out for gelada baboons and Walia ibex near the lodge area. Spend the night at Simien Lodge.

Day 2: Simien Lodge to Geech Camp

Begin trekking from Buyit Ras, the trailhead just below Simien Lodge. Descend into the Jinbar Wenz valley and visit Jinbar Falls, where the river drops roughly 500 meters into the gorge.

Ascend to Geech village and then to Geech Camp, surrounded by giant lobelias and high‑plateau scenery. Spend the night at Geech Camp.

Day 3: Geech to Imet Gogo and Gondar

In the morning, trek from Geech to Imet Gogo promontory for panoramic views of the Simien “Grand Canyon.” Descend toward Ambaras, where the vehicle picks you up. Drive back to Gondar, arriving in the early evening.

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.

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.