Duration
3-Day
Simien Mountains National Park, Ethiopia
3-Day Gonder City Tour and Trekking to Simien Mountains
Overview
Gonder is one of Ethiopia's most interesting historical towns. Your day's journey will lead you to the royal campus known as Fasil Ghebi, revealing the ruins of an ancient city-state from the 17th century. Simien Mountains National Park is one of the major national parks in Ethiopia with several endemic Animals, birds, and spectacular landscapes.
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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
Minimum age
1 years
Activities
game drives
Accommodation
Gondar Hills Resort - Mid-range resort in Gondar (City) – 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
$682 USD
$605 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$682 USD
$605 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 who are 1 year and older. Children under 9 are free.
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If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
Ethiopia
Start
Gondar (Day 1)
Day 2
Simien Mountains NP
End
Gondar (Day 3)
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget tour includes camping and resorts.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 20 people per vehicle.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour.
1
Minimum age of 1 year
The minimum age for this tour is 1 year.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives
Game drives: normal 4x4 vehicle & minivan
Getting around: minivan & 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
Gondar Hills Resort
Mid-range resort in Gondar (City) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 2
Budget camping Inside Simien Mountains NP – All Meals Included
Inside Simien Mountains NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3
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
Visit Gonder, Fasil Castel and Debrebirhan Selasea
We will meet you at Gondar Airport then drive to your hotel. Your day's journey will lead you to the royal campus known as Fasil Ghebi, revealing the ruins of an ancient city-state from the 17th century. Looking out from the royal campus, you'll enjoy a view of the basalt stone palace of Emperor Fasilidas, the oldest structure within this complex. The ruins also encompass other notable structures like the Library of Emperor Yohannes I, the majestic Emperor Bakaffa Salon, and the King's Wife's Palace. It's sure to be a day full of archeological education, but the fun doesn't stop there! You'll also see the elaborate Debre Birhan Selassie Church murals, considered some of the most important in Ethiopia. You'll understand why as we listen to the legends tied to the sacred castle. From here, it's off to the hotel for a good rest for the evening. See you in the morning. Overnight stay in Gondar. Mid-range resort located in Gondar (City) All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Gondar (City) Stay: Gondar Hills Resort Mid-range resort located in Gondar (City) Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 2
Drive to Simien Mountain, Visit the National Park
With renewed energy after a strong breakfast, you'll leave Gondar behind as you head to the highlands of northern Ethiopia. You'll arrive at Debark, a small city on the border of Simien National Park. Following a short pitstop, you'll go south within the park to Sankaber, located 3,100 meters (10,170 feet) above sea level. Here, you'll take on a 2-3 hour hiking route in search of the perfect view of the nearby mountain range. You'll keep our eyes peeled for local flora, like heather, St. John's wort, or wild rose of Abyssinia. Additionally, you will see the largest population of baboons in Ethiopia. Finally, you will drive back to Gondar. Your overnight stay will be in Gondar. 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
Drive back to Gonder - Fly to Addis Ababa
After breakfast, you will drive back to Gondar Airport for your next flight. 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
Bath towels
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
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
Dan Lalibela Tours
5.0 operator rating
45 reviews
We are a private eco- minded Tour and Travel company, promoting tourism and Travel in Ethiopia, managed by experienced Ethiopians. We offer programmed and tailor-made package tours, At the historical route Lalibela, Axum, Bahir Dar, and Gondar - southern ethnic and Nature tours, Omo valley tours, bird watching, the Danakil desert tour including Dallo, Erta Ale - Trekking to semien mountain National park - Airport Transfer, hotel and lodge booking.
Office In
Ethiopia
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2017)
Member Of
Tripadvisor, Viator, Bokun, GetYourGudie, Civitatis & Private Guide World
Tour Types
Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
Ethiopia
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Excellent guide
Excellent tour guide!! Highly recommend to anyone traveling to Ethiopia to book some day tours with him. He is very knowledgeable with the history of Ethiopia and has a great rapport with the local museums and restaurants. When I return I'll definitely be booking a Lalibela tour.
Tabitha Garcia · United States
Knowledgeable, friendly and professional
Dan is a great guide, friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and professional. He organised a 10 day tour of Ethiopia for us. Arranging internal flights, hotels, driver's and other guides for us and he didn't want any money in advance, we just paid him cash on arrival which we thought was very trusting as we could have changed our mind leaving him out of pocket. We really enjoyed our tour he arranged and thought it was great value for money. Definitely recommend him.
David · United Kingdom
Magical Ethiopia 🇪🇹
Dan was an excellent guide. He can book and organise tours all over Ethiopia. He is based in Lalibela which is his speciality. We enjoyed the difference landscapes of the Dankil Depression and church in the sky in the Tigray region. All safe. Or tour finished by a sightseeing tour of Addis Abbas. Don't hesitate. Book with Dan
Paul from York · United Kingdom
Absolutely knowledgeable, highly entertaining
Communication with Daniel was excellent, his enthusiasm for Lalibela churches made him a fantastic guide - perfect day trip and great value for your money!
Janos · Hungary
Practical answers
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 who are 1 year and older. Children under 9 are free.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Gondar Hills Resort - Mid-range resort in Gondar (City) – 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 Dan Lalibela Tours, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
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