4 day Trakking

Simien Mountains Trekking itinerary.

טריק ממדהים של 4 ימים בהרי סימיין

4 Day Simien Mountains Trekking.

Day 1:

Drive (2.5 hrs) from Gondar- Michibingn (3200 m), hike to Sankaber (3250 m).

From Gondar, we drive to Michibingn with a brief stop at the Simien Mountains National Park headquarters to arrange the permit. We start the trekking easy with a 2-3 hours hike to Sankaber, a good way to acclimatize and get used to the altitude. Overnight camping.

Day 2 Hike Sankaber to Gich (3600 m).

Today's trek covers a distance of approximately 14 km and takes around 5-6 hours. The hike goes through highland grasslands, heather forests, cultivated fields and follows a spectacular escarpment with dramatic views.

We will encounter the friendly Gelada baboons, foraging in big groups. A stunning viewpoint at the Jinbar Falls is reached after clambering a few rocks. This waterfall plunges several hundred meters down the escarpment down into the abyss.

At the end of the day we hike to Kedadist mountain to see a sunset. Overnight camping.

Day 3: Hike Gich to Chennek (3620 m).

This is a long but probably the most spectacular stage of the trekking, offering stunning views all the way.

Today we hike 7-8 hours to cover 12 km, including a short detour to Imet Gogo (3925 m). This summit offers the most exciting views. The giant lobelia is abundant on the Gich plateau. The majestic lammergeyer might soar the skies in front of you and the endemic thick billed raven will be present.

On your way to Chennek you pass some other major peaks (Inataye reaching 4070 meter) and a deep valley. Chennek is the best place to spot the endemic and endangered Walia Ibex. Not seldom they walk into the camp. Overnight camping.

Day 4: Hike Chennek to Ras Bwahit (4430 m). Drive (4 hrs) to Gondar.

The last day in the Simien Mountains takes us up to the Bwahit Pass (4200 m) and if you've got the energy, you can hike all the way to Ras Bwahit(4430m), the second highest peak of Ethiopia after Ras Dashen. Total hike is 10 km, 5-6 hrs. Not only will you likely spot the Walia Ibex, you might even spot the endemic, and extremely rare,

A detailed travel agreement will be sent after registration, and guests are kindly requested to read and sign the contract.

Important Information

Included in the Tour Package

- Accommodation in hotels, lodges, and resorts

- Transportation:

- Tourist minibuses in Addis Ababa, Gondar, and Lalibela

- 4WD jeeps in all other regions

- Domestic flights

- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

- Mineral water

- Entrance fees and local guide services at all destinations

Not Included in the Tour Package