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2-Day Simien Mountains National Park Trek & Tour From Gondor
  • Tour Category

    Group Tour

  • Tour Types

    Trekking, Camping, Wildlife

  • Duration

    2 Days

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    English

Description

Visit Simien Mountains National Park, a world heritage site of Ethiopia, and includes Ras Dashan - the highest point in Ethiopia (4533m). It is also home to a large variety of wildlife, including Gelada Monkey, Walia Ibex, and over 180 species of birds. Hike along the cliff edge towards the campsite of Sankaber. Stop for a picnic lunch amidst the beautiful scenery. Experience spending a night in a tent at Sankaber. Trek to witness the view of the Jinbar Waterfall and spot some of the local birdlife.

Highlights
  • Drive from Gondar to Simien Mountains National Park 
  • Hike along the cliff edge towards the campsite of Sankaber
  • Stop for a picnic lunch amidst the beautiful scenery
  • Experience spending a night in a tent at Sankaber
  • Trek to witness the view of the Jinbar Waterfall
  • Spot some of the local birdlife
  • Day 1 - Arrival in Simien Mountains National Park, Trek to Sankaber expand_more
    • Depart from Gondar at 8:00 am and arrive at Simien Mountains National Park around 11:00 am.

    • Stretch and scan the scenery from the comfort of a private vehicle.

    • Once in the park, the car will drop visitors at a point located two hours from the first campsite of Sankaber. 

    • For those two hours (150km), hike along the cliff edge towards the campsite of Sankaber.

    • Along the route, stop for a picnic lunch. 

    • At night, camp in tents at Sankaber.

    Meals included: Lunch & dinner.

  • Day 2 - Trek to Jinbar Waterfall, Drive to Gondar expand_more
    • After breakfast, hike for around 4 hours. The main highlight of the trek will be the view of the Jinbar Waterfall. This point is also a great opportunity to spot some of the local bird life.  

    • After the hike, drive to Gondar, arriving back in the city between 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm.

    Meals included: Breakfast and lunch.

What's Included
  • Transfer from Gondar to the Simien Mountains National Park and back to Gondar.

  • 2 lunch, 1 dinner, and 1 breakfast.

  • English-speaking Ethiopia tour guide.

  • Fees for the National Park.

  • Scout fees.

  • Accommodation in a tent for one night.

What's Excluded
  • Anything not included in the itinerary and 'Included' list will be charged extra.

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
Adult
1 To 4 USD 380 Per Person

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USD 380 / person