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Ethiopia · Trekking
The journey
Embark on a 4-day adventure through the breathtaking Simien Mountains, trekking from Debark to Simien Lodge, the highest lodge in Africa. Along the way, encounter troops of Chilada baboon around Buyt Ras, admire the majestic Jinbar waterfall, and take in the marvellous mountain landscapes. The journey culminates at Imet-Gogo, one of the highest peaks and one of the most spectacular viewpoints in the Simien Mountains.
The journey culminates at Imet-Gogo, one of the highest peaks and one of the most spectacular viewpoints in the Simien Mountains.
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Day by day
Walk from Debark to Simien Lodge, the highest lodge in Africa. This is a 6-7 hour trek, and on this day you will see troops of Chilada baboon around Buyt Ras, in addition to enjoying a great walk through the escarpment.
Overnight at Simien Lodge.
Head to the second campsite, Gich. The speciality of the day is seeing the Jinbar waterfall, which is 530 meters high, in addition to the marvellous landscapes that will be a constant feature throughout the trek. There is also a place called Gich that you will walk through. The walk takes 5-6 hours, and you will camp at Gich.
Walk to one of the most spectacular viewpoints and best observation points in the Simien Mountains, called Imet-Gogo, which stands at an altitude of 3926 meters above sea level. It is also one of the highest mountain peaks, and you will return to Sankaber on the same day. This day's walk takes 6-7 hours, and you will stay overnight at Sankaber.
Early in the morning, drive back to Gondar to catch a flight to Addis, which marks the end of the tour.
Where this trip takes you
Simien Lodge, Buyt Ras and Chilada baboon, Jinbar waterfall, Imet-Gogo viewpoint
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Your 4 days finish where they began, in Debark.
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