Duration
10-Day
Simien Mountains National Park, Ethiopia
10-Day Simien Mountains Trekking Adventure
Overview
Explore the stunning beauty of Ethiopia's Simien Mountains on this 10-day trekking adventure. Experience breathtaking landscapes, dramatic peaks, and rich wildlife, all while immersing yourself in the local culture. This unforgettable journey takes you through remote villages, high-altitude plateaus, and offers a chance to connect with nature like never before. Perfect for those seeking both adventure and serenity in one of the world's most spectacular mountain ranges.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Gondar to Gondar
Via Simien Mountains NP
Country & park
Ethiopia / Simien Mountains National Park
Style
Shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Activities
Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle
Accommodation
Budget camping Inside Simien Mountains NP – All Meals Included - Inside Simien Mountains NP – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$4,180 USD
$3,520 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$4,180 USD
$3,520 USD
Jan 1, 2028 - Dec 31, 2028
$4,180 USD
$3,520 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children of all ages.
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Route
country
Ethiopia
Start
Gondar (Day 1)
Day 1-9
Simien Mountains NP
End
Gondar (Day 10)
Tour Features
Budget camping
This is a budget camping tour.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 30 people per group.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Cannot be customized
The contents of this tour cannot be changed.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour.
Suitable for all ages
This tour is suitable for children of all ages.
Activities & Transportation
Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-9
Budget camping Inside Simien Mountains NP – All Meals Included
Inside Simien Mountains NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 10
End of tour
(No accommodation)
All Meals Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Gondar to sanakaber campsite
You will depart early in the morning from Gondar to Debark. In Debark, you will arrange your visit with the park office, where you will receive a scout and guide. Then, drive to Sankaber. You can either drive all the way to the campsite or have the car drop you off at Simien Lodge for a 4-hour walk. Alternatively, you can choose to keep driving further and be dropped off 2 hours before reaching the campsite. The park hike will take you through beautiful landscapes and offer endless mountain ridges from different angles. You are likely to see common mammals in this area, including gelada baboons, bush bucks, clipspringers (small antelopes), and, rarely, leopards under the cliffs. Additionally, you can observe some common birds and animals. Sankaber will be your first campsite on the trip, located at 3250 meters above sea level. Inside Simien Mountains NP All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Simien Mountains National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Simien Mountains NP Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 2
Trek Sankaber campsite to gich campsite
From Sankaber, you will begin hiking along the ridge, looking out over the foothills 800 meters below. From the ridge, you will descend into the valley and have a view of the Jinbar River plunging into the Geech Abyss. After spending some time at the waterfall, in the late afternoon, you will have the chance to see the Ethiopian wolf, the rarest canid in the world. You will then continue on to the former Geech village, where you will find your second campsite, located at 3600 meters above sea level. Inside Simien Mountains NP All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Simien Mountains National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Simien Mountains NP Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 3
Trek Gich campsite to mount imatgogo via saha valley
After breakfast at Geech campsite, you will hike through the endless grasslands that are home to the giant lobelia plants. After about 2 hours of hiking across the plateaus, you will reach Imet Gogo, which offers an amazing 360-degree view of the mountains. Here, you will have reached an altitude of 3,926 meters above sea level and be able to look out at the stunning landscapes from every angle. From this height and viewpoint, you can see the canyon below, distant ridges, and the seemingly endless valleys. From here, you will return to Geech, but first, you will pass through Siha Gorge for a lunch break. When you finally arrive back at Geech, you will have time to relax before nightfall. In the evening, you will have the option of taking a short sunset hike to Kedadit Peak (3,780 meters above sea level) for a breathtaking sunset. You will spend the night back at Geech. Inside Simien Mountains NP All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Simien Mountains National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Simien Mountains NP Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 4
Trek gich to Chennek campsite via mount enatye
After breakfast at Geech, you will start your 8-hour hike to one of the most spectacular mountain passes, with precipices, forests, and bushes. From the campsite, you will see Enatye Peak (4,070 meters), where you will descend into a forest of giant hazel trees and then cross the ridge lines of open grasslands. After climbing up to Mount Enatye for a view of the vertical drop, you will understand why the locals named it "Mama Mia." Here, you will have lunch and continue towards Chennek, where you will have the opportunity to see wildlife such as the Walia ibex, gelada baboons, antelopes, and, rarely, the Ethiopian wolf. You will also encounter diverse plant life and birds. Chennek will be your campsite for the night, located at 3,620 meters above sea level. Inside Simien Mountains NP All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Simien Mountains National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Simien Mountains NP Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 5
Trek from Chenek campsite to Ambiko campsite via mount Buwahit
After breakfast, you will hike for 3 hours to summit Mount Bwahit, the second-highest mountain in Ethiopia, after Ras Dejen (4,430 meters above sea level). From here, you can look out toward your hike for the next day, Ras Dejen, and the surrounding landscapes. You will then follow the rocky hills down the path toward the Mesheha Valley, crossing the Mesheha River before climbing back up toward Ambiko, where you will camp for the night at 3,400 meters above sea level. Inside Simien Mountains NP All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Simien Mountains National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Simien Mountains NP Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 6
Trek Ambiko to mount ras dejen (dashen commonly known)and back to Ambiko
The big trek to the peak of Ras Dashen will begin with an early morning walk through the main river valley before sunrise. Then, you will start ascending the mountain with a steep climb amidst the giant lobelia plants. The last part of the hike will likely be very challenging, but it will be very rewarding when you reach the highest point in Ethiopia. At 4,543 meters above sea level, you will be treated to amazing views of the immense landscape. After approximately 9-10 hours of hiking for the day, you will arrive back at the Ambiko campsite for the night. Inside Simien Mountains NP All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Simien Mountains National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Simien Mountains NP Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 7
Trek Ambiko to sona campsite
Today, you will have a 9-hour hike from Ambiko down to the Mesheha River and then up to the Arkwazeye village. Here, you will arrive at the Sona campsite, where you can take in the view of the first portion of the trek. The campsite offers outstanding views of Mount Imet Gogo and the endless mountain ranges, and it has an amazing sunset. You will camp at Sona, located at 3,400 meters above sea level. Inside Simien Mountains NP All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Simien Mountains National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Simien Mountains NP Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 8
Trek sona campsite to mekarebia
Today, after breakfast, you will reach a valley called Incya Valley and descend to the river. After lunch at the Incya River, you will have time for a swim before heading out for another hike along the bank of the river through the lowlands, making your way to the Mekarebya campsite. At the campsite, you will enjoy outstanding views of the highlands as you look back over the gorgeous valley. You will stay for the night at Mekarebya campsite, located at 2,200 meters above sea level. Inside Simien Mountains NP All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Simien Mountains National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Simien Mountains NP Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 9
Trek mekarebya campsite to mulit campsite
The walk from Mekarebya to Mulit takes you along the riverbed of the Incya River and provides amazing opportunities to see numerous bird species, such as pin-tailed sandgrouse, village indigo, paradise monarchs, and tropical boubous, all of which can be spotted here. The lunch break will be at the Derekwonz River pool, where you can have another chance to take a swim before climbing up to the Awazza village. Here, you can see the spectacular Awazza volcanic table mountain and experience the local way of life and culture, including the common coffee ceremony at the beautiful villages of Awazza. Afterward, you will hike to the last campsite at Mulit, located at 1,500 meters above sea level. Inside Simien Mountains NP All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Simien Mountains National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Simien Mountains NP Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 10
Trek mulit campsite to the town of adirkay and drive back to Gondar
After breakfast at mulit campsite you will pack everything what was usedfor the past days and take 3 hours walk to the adi arkey town where a vehicle will meet you to bring you back to the meeting point Gondar 5 hours drive and the tour endups and farewell. All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: No major destination visited Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
Camping equipment
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Sleeping bag
Excluded
Porterage
Rescue fee
Climbing gear
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Bath towels
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Gondar
Book your own international flights when using this operator
Fly to/from Gondar Airport (GDQ - Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Discover Simien Tour
5.0 operator rating
24 reviews
Discover Simien Tour is one of the premier tour companies in Ethiopia, founded by a dynamic team of young and energetic tourism professionals. Led by Sahlie Beza, a seasoned tour guide with years of experience, our company is dedicated to providing exceptional travel experiences that showcase the rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and warm hospitality of Ethiopia.
Office In
Ethiopia
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2019)
Tour Types
Luxury tours that, when possible, use accommodations owned and operated by them
Destinations
Djibouti, Ethiopia
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Breathtaking views
Sensational. Breathtaking views. The staff is one of the highlights of the tour.
Raphael · Brazil
Absolutely knowledgeable
Fantastic day with an absolutely knowledgeable guide - Gondar is full of magic!
Janoa · Hungary
Excellent & Unforgettable
We just completed a 12 day Ultimative Ethiopian Wildlife Adventure with Discover Simien Tour and it was truly unforgettable from start to finish. From the very first day, our guide Sahile impressed us with his broad and deep knowledge, calm professionalism and genuine passion for Ethiopia. He made everything feel safe, easygoing, and yet so enriching – whether explaining the geology of the Simien mountains, pointing out gelada monkeys, or helping us understand local customs. Our driver Daniel, was equally fantastic; punctual, skilled, and navigating challenging terrain with ease, which even made long drives feel part of the adventure. The scenery across the trip was breath taking, whereas Simien mountains was the absolute highlight with its dramatic cliffs and astonishing flora and fauna. We stayed in a mix of comfortable lodges and hotels and the logistics were handled smoothly; transport, park fees, food and guides – everything as promised. Culturally, we visited traditional communities, explored the spiritual side of Ethiopian heritage, and felt welcomed everywhere. Sahile skilfully bridged us into these moments, making them feel authentic. In short; 5 stars for the excellent guides, the authentic cultural immersion, the stunning landscapes and the very professional and warm service. We felt like we did not just visited Ethiopia but also experienced it.
Daniela and Sina · Switzerland
Passionate, kind, well-organized team that made our Danakil Tour safe & absolutely unforgettable!
I don’t even know where to start… Our 3-day trip to the Danakil Depression with Discover Simien Mountains was an absolutely unforgettable experience – not only because of the surreal landscapes but also thanks to the incredible people we got to meet and travel with. We chose a private tour, and during our journey, we were joined by Bahran (guide), Addis (driver), and Habtu (cook) – each of them was such a kind, warm, and genuine person. If you’re planning a trip to Danakil or any other part of Ethiopia with Discover Simien Mountains, I truly recommend asking for Addis – he’s an amazing person and an excellent driver. Our guide (Bahran) explained everything clearly and with great passion. We learned so much about Dallol, the salt lakes, and the volcanoes. The food was another highlight! Habtu somehow managed to cook fresh, tasty meals right in the middle of the desert. We always had enough water and soft drinks, and even got to enjoy some Ethiopian beer or wine while watching the sunset on the salt lake an unforgettable experience. We also really appreciated the small but thoughtful details, like the portable shower provided during the tour – in such hot conditions, it was a true blessing! What made this trip even more special was the planning: while most operators follow a similar route, the Discover Simien Mountains team made sure we could arrive early to the main sights and enjoy them in peace before other groups arrived. That sense of privacy and exclusivity was priceless. We cannot recommend Discover Simien Mountains highly enough – if you’re planning a trip to Danakil or any other region in Ethiopia, this is the team you want to travel with. We felt safe, well taken care of, and genuinely welcomed throughout the journey. We left with the most beautiful memories the kind that stay with you long after the trip ends. It’s hard to put it all into words… you simply have to experience it yourself!
Monika · Poland
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Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children of all ages.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
The contents of this tour cannot be changed.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Budget camping Inside Simien Mountains NP – All Meals Included - Inside Simien Mountains NP – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Gondar
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Discover Simien Tour, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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