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Witness The Beauty Of Ethiopian Landscapes In This 10-Day Trek From Addis Ababa

  • Tour Category

    Private Tour

  • Tour Types

    Nature, Trekking, Wildlife

  • Duration

    10 Days

  • Activity Level

    Hard

  • Language

    English

Description

Trek to Ras Dashen, the highest peak in Ethiopia, through vast Ethiopian landscapes and admire the scenic views en-route. Marvel at the dramatic scenery of Simien Mountains, climb some of Africa's highest peaks while observing the endemic wildlife of the area, including the Simien Fox, the Ethiopian Wolf, and the Walia Ibex. End the tour with an exploration of the beautiful city of Addis Ababa!

Highlights
  • Admire the stunning views on the way from Sanka Ber to Geech
  • Get the best views of the Simien Mountains National Park from Imetgogo
  • Observe endemic animals like Walia Ibex, Simien Fox and the Ethiopian wolf
  • Visit Ethiopia's highest peak - Ras Dashen
  • Explore Addis Ababa on an optional tour on the last day
  • Day 1: Arrive at Addis Ababa expand_more
    • After arriving in Addis Ababa, transfer to the hotel. If you arrive in the morning, we can arrange an optional Addis Ababa tour.

    Overnight at the hotel.

  • Day 2: Drive from Addis Ababa to Sankabar expand_more
    • After flying from Addis to Gondar, drive 136 km north to Sankabar.

    Overnight camping.

  • Day 3: Trek to Geech expand_more
    • Trek for 5 to 6 hours from Sankabar to Geech while enjoying the stunning views en-route.

    Overnight camping.

  • Day 4: Head to Imet Gogo and back to Geech expand_more
    • Make an excursion of around 6 hours to Imet Gogo and enjoy one of the best views of the Simien Mountains National Park.

    Overnight camping.

  • Day 5: Travel to Chenek expand_more
    • Trek for 7 hours to Chenek and spot some endemic mammals, including Walia Ibex.

    Overnight camping.

  • Day 6: Trek to Ambiqo expand_more
    • Climb Buhit Mountain, the 2nd highest peak after Ras Dashen in the Simien Mountain ranges, and continue trekking for 6 - 8 hours from Chenek to Ambiqo.

    Overnight camping.

  • Day 7: Climb up Ras Dashen expand_more
    • Continue trekking for 7 - 9 hours from Ambiqo and climb the Ras Dashen - the highest peak in Ethiopia, before returning to Ambiqo.

    Overnight camping.

  • Day 8: Return to Chenek expand_more
    • Start trekking for 6 - 8 hours back to Chenek. En route, you may see some Simien foxes or Ethiopian wolves.

    Overnight camping.

  • Day 9: Drive back to Gondar expand_more
    • Drive back to Gondar and enjoy the rest of the day on a sightseeing tour of Gondar.

    Overnight at the hotel.

  • Day 10: Optional tour of Addis Ababa and end of tour expand_more
    • After flying back to Addis Ababa, you can go on an optional city tour to enjoy its beautiful sights.
    • There will be a farewell dinner party in the evening with a traditional music show (if the flight schedule permits). 
    • Transfer to the Addis Ababa airport for the flight back at the end of the farewell dinner, completing the tour.
What's Included

  • Meals 

  • Camping equipment

  • Semien Mountains tour guide and cook

  • Ground transportation

What's Excluded

  • Coffee

Know before you go

  • Ethiopia Mountain Trekking offers the most dramatic scenery of Simien Mountains, passing through landscapes covered by deep gorges, jagged plugs, and striking rock towers & climbing some of Africa's highest peaks: Ras Dashen (4620m), Buyit Ras (3250m), Bwahit (4430m). 

Meeting Point

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
Adult
1 To 4 USD 1000 Per Person

This is a private tour
Starting From

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USD 1000 / person