Duration
4-Day
Accra, Ethiopia
4-Day Hiking the Lasta Mountains Around Lalibela
Overview
The world-famous rock churches of Lalibela are a must-see for almost every tourist visiting Ethiopia. Therefore there is a possibility of combining your stay in Lalibela with some spectacular hiking through villages and rural parts of Ethiopia. At Mt. Abuna Yoseph Community Conservation Area at more than 4,000 meters you will get a glimpse of nature and might spot the iconic blood-breasted Gelada baboons as well as the Ethiopian Wolves.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
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Country & park
Ethiopia
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
10 years
Activities
game drives & nature hikes/walks
Accommodation
Hudad Lalibela Eco-Lodge & Retreat - Budget lodge near Lalibela (Town) – Lunch & Dinner Included
Meals
Lunch & Dinner Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$1,034 USD
$605 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$1,034 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 10 years and older.
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Route
country
Ethiopia
Start & End
Lalibela (Day 1-4)
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget tour uses lodges and hotels.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
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 solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
10
Minimum age of 10 years
The minimum age for this tour is 10 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives & nature hikes/walks
Game drives: normal 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle & hiking/walking
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Hudad Lalibela Eco-Lodge & Retreat
Budget lodge near Lalibela (Town) – Lunch & Dinner Included
Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 2
Degosach Eco Lodge
Mid-range lodge in Lalibela (Town) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3
Cliff Edge Hotel Budget hotel in Lalibela (Town) – Breakfast & Lunch Included +3 Photos
Budget hotel in Lalibela (Town) – Breakfast & Lunch Included
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day 4
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
A lofty hike crossing the plateau and villages around Lalibela
Travel: 2 h, 50 km Hiking: 3-4 h, 9 km (difficulty: moderate, altitude difference: ↑400m, ↓100m) Your journey to Lalibela can be made individually or as part of one of our round trips. On our round trips, you usually experience and visit the sights of Lalibela. If not, we will be happy to include this in the itinerary for you this morning. You will be picked up at your hotel in Lalibela to the trailhead of your trekking. From here mules will take your main luggage to bring it to your community lodge. And you have the opportunity to visit Asheton Monastery (optional: entrance fee US$ 20/person), one of the old religious refuges before you start your ascent to Hudad. The trail leads you through green farmlands and splendid lowland views. Hudad nestles on a table mountain and there will be still time in the afternoon to explore the plateau for some wildlife. Plenty of birds use the shade of the bushes and rock hyraxes can be seen in the steep walls. Budget lodge located near Lalibela (Town) Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lalibela (Town) Stay: Hudad Lalibela Eco-Lodge & Retreat Budget lodge located near Lalibela (Town) Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
A lofty hike crossing the plateau and villages the surrounding peaks of Lalibela
Hiking: 4-5 h, 10 km (difficulty: moderate, altitude difference: ↑500m, ↓100m) Hudad already seems like the end of the world in its remote location on table mountain. However, today's trek will bring you on a short ascent up on the high plateau at 3,600 meters where flourishing farmlands and green fields are surrounded by tiny farmers' villages. Crossing the plateau you will be surprised about the rural life up here before finally reaching Degosach mountain with its small community lodge on the top. Mid-range lodge located in Lalibela (Town) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lalibela (Town) Stay: Degosach Eco Lodge Mid-range lodge located in Lalibela (Town) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Hike the nature of Mt Abuna Yoseph Conservation Area the highest peak around Lalibela
Travel: 2 h, 42 km Hiking: 4-5 h, 14 km (difficulty: medium, altitude difference: ↑800m, ↓200m) From Degosach you continue towards the peak of Zigit Mountain which peak is already clearly visible in the distance. The first kilometres are flat along the escarpment with gorgeous views and good chances to spot birds and other wildlife. A small village marks the border to the conservation area. You can get a rest here and a fresh cup of coffee before you finally start your ascent to Zigit peak. Approaching it from the the North-western face it is a spectacular rocky scenery and you reach its foot over a narrow and scenic path. The last 200 meters in altitude the ascent becomes steeper and to reach its higest point at 4,011 meters a short but safe climb becomes necessary. Enjoy your lunchbox from here before you meet your pick-up vehicle that brings you back to Lalibela for an overnight in a hotel. Budget hotel located in Lalibela (Town) Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lalibela (Town) Stay: Cliff Edge Hotel Budget hotel located in Lalibela (Town) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Meet an Ethiopian family for lunch
Travel: 0.5 h; 20 km There is no hassle on your departure day. You will visit an Ethiopian family for lunch and finally either back to your hotel or move on to the airport for your departure flight as per your extra request to drop. Flights back to Addis Ababa needs to be arranged individually, but we are happy to assist you with your bookings as well. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lalibela (Town) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
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)
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)
Drinking water (On all days)
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 Lalibela
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Lalibela Airport (LLI - 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
SimienEcoTours
5.0 operator rating
46 reviews
We organise individual & group tours through whole Ethiopia in an ecologically & socially responsible & sustainable way. The founders of SimienEcoTours are manager Marco from Italy, who currently lives in Addis Ababa, Franziska from Germany, who lived in Ethiopia for more than 7 years, and Birhan, Tadele, Yirga and Solomon, four experienced Ethiopian tour guides. What brought us together is our social and ecological commitment in Ethiopia as well as our love for this country.
Office In
Ethiopia
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2014)
Tour Types
Custom 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
5.0/5Very well organized tour !
Best way of visiting Ethiopia is a Tour organized by Simien Eco Tours. Our guide, David, spoke good French and was able to give us all explanations of the places we’ve been visiting.
Sandra · France
Meeting communities in harmony with nature.
I went on a 4 day trip with SimienEcoTours to the Guge Mountain near to Arba Minch. It was such a unique experience. Meeting communities on the way to the top, eating and participating in daily lifestyle and routines, crossing agricultural land in perfect harmony with nature and being accompanied by kind, knowledgeable, sensitive, amazing guides. It was a one-kind experience. My heartfelt thanks !! I will carry the memories fondly with me.
Bärbel · Netherlands
Experience Ethiopia's peoples
I had the pleasure of going on a group trip to southern Ethiopia in February and it was simply unforgettable! The insights into the lives of Ethiopians were impressive and gave me a whole new perspective on this wonderful country. The trekking tours through the remote villages allowed us to experience the incredible diversity and warm hospitality of the people at first hand. Every day was a new adventure and I am grateful for the many wonderful memories I was able to take home with me. Special thanks go to our guide Abebe, who inspired us with his knowledge and passion for the country. The entire team - from the cook to the driver - also did a great job and made sure that we felt comfortable and well looked after at all times. A big thank you also to Marco for organizing this fantastic trip. I highly recommend this experience!
Sandra · Germany
The best experience
Excellent expérience. Well balance itinerary. Reliable hotels. Most of all an outstanding guide who lead the entier trip
Frédéric Jochem · United States
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 10 years and older.
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?
Hudad Lalibela Eco-Lodge & Retreat - Budget lodge near Lalibela (Town) – Lunch & Dinner Included. Meals: Lunch & Dinner Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Lalibela
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 SimienEcoTours, 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.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of SimienEcoTours.
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