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2-Day Simien National Park Mountain Trek From Gondar
  • Tour Category

    Group Tour

  • Tour Types

    Mountaineering, Camping, Wildlife

  • Duration

    2 Days

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    Amharic, Arabic, English

Description

Embark on this two-hour tour from Gondar to Sankaber and hike near Buyit Ras for stunning views of mountain ridges and Gelada Baboons. Wrap up your tour as you visit the Jenbar Waterfalls, followed by an easy trek to the Geech Abyss to witness the majestic waterfall where the Jinbar River cascades.

Highlights
  • Explore the Simien Mountains National Park
  • Scenic drive from Gondar to Sankaber
  • Trek to Geech Abyss provides awe-inspiring views of a grand waterfall
  • Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the landscape as you camp at Sankaber
  • Day 1: Gondar to Sankaber expand_more
    • You will depart in the early morning from Gondar to Debark. In Debark, you will arrange your visit with the park office, receive a scout and guide, and then drive into the park to arrive at Sankaber. 
    • You can drive into Sankaber or have the car drop you off near Buyit Ras for a short hike. 
    • If you choose to hike in, you will take in beautiful views of the landscape and the endless mountain ridges, and you will likely see some Gelada Baboons. 
    • When you arrive in Sankaber, you will be met with your supplies. Sankaber will be the first campsite on your trip.
  • Day 2: Jinbar Waterfalls expand_more
    • Today is an early morning (2 am) departure to the Jenbar waterfall. 
    • From here, you will go for an easy trek to the Geech Abyss, where you will see a large waterfall where the Jinbar River plunges into the abyss. This area is also an excellent place for viewing the endemic gelada baboon, also known as the bleeding heart baboon, due to the red patch of skin on its chest. Overnight in Debark or return to Gondar,
What's Included
  • Ground transportation
  • English-speaking local guides
  • Scout
  • Any videography or camera fees if needed
  • All entrance fees
  • All transfer in and transfer out services
  • Airport (drop) shuttle and Airport pick-up
  • Tent
  • Sleeping bags & mattresses
  • Plenty of food & bottled mineral water everyday
  • Complete cooking materials
  • Professional cook
What's Excluded
  • Any alcoholic drinking
  • Any personal expenses like internet, telephone, fax
  • Personal insurance
  • Flights
  • Tips
  • Services that are not mentioned in the included section
Meeting Point

Your hotel

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
The group size and price
1 To 5USD 250 Per Group

This is a group tour

Private Tour Price USD 550
Maximum no. of people 1
Starting From

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USD 250 / group