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5-Day Majestic Simien Mountains Trekking Adventure is a 5 days tour in Ethiopia via the Debark (Town) /Simien Mountains NP /Gondar (City) route, starting from USD 556. See the latest itinerary, inclusions, exclusions, and secure booking options below.

Duration
5 days

Route
Debark (Town) /Simien Mountains NP /Gondar (City)

From
USD 556

Operator
Kitano Tours & Safaris

About 5-Day Majestic Simien Mountains Trekking Adventure

Explore the dramatic escarpments, alpine landscapes, and endemic wildlife of Simien Mountains National Park on this 5-day guided trekking adventure. Hike through breathtaking scenery, meet gelada baboons, and reach Ras Bwahit - the park's second-highest peak. Experience highland village life, panoramic views, and unforgettable wildlife encounters on this immersive Ethiopian nature trek.

Duration: 5 days
Route: Debark (Town) /Simien Mountains NP /Gondar (City)
From: USD 556

Overview

Itinerary

Included & not included

Highlights for 5-Day Majestic Simien Mountains Trekking Adventure

Day 1: Into the Heart of the Simien Mountains
Day 2: Jinbar Waterfall, Wildlife & Village Life
Day 3: Panoramic Peaks Imet Gogo & Enatye Ridge
Day 4: Ras Bwahit Summit Trek & Wildlife Encounters
Day 5: Final Views & Return to Gondar

Itinerary overview

Day	Title
Day 01	Into the Heart of the Simien Mountains
Day 02	Jinbar Waterfall, Wildlife & Village Life
Day 03	Panoramic Peaks Imet Gogo & Enatye Ridge
Day 04	Ras Bwahit Summit Trek & Wildlife Encounters
Day 05	Final Views & Return to Gondar

Day 01: Into the Heart of the Simien Mountains

>> We begin our adventure with an early morning departure from Gondar and drive approximately 2.5 hours on a paved road to Debark, where we register at the Simien Mountains National Park office. After meeting our park scouts and crew, we drive 22 km into the park to reach Simien Lodge, the starting point of our trek. From here, we walk for 3 - 4 hours to Sankaber Camp, taking in sweeping views of the dramatic escarpments and valleys. Expect to see gelada baboons, endemic plants, and vibrant flowers along the route. Our guide will share insights about the park's geology, flora, and fauna. This easy warm-up trek introduces you to the natural beauty of the Simien Mountains. Clients can be picked up from their hotel in Gondar or make their own way to the designated meeting point.

Time: 8-10Hrs
Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Accommodation: Sankaber Camp Mid-range rest camp

Day 02: Jinbar Waterfall, Wildlife & Village Life

>> Today's trek from Sankaber to Geech Camp (3,600m) takes around 5 - 6 hours and covers spectacular landscapes. We pass the 500m-high Jinbar Waterfall and stop for lunch by the Jinbar River. The trail winds through afro-alpine meadows and giant heather forests. Wildlife sightings may include klipspringers, bushbucks, and the ever-present gelada baboons. We also pass through Geech village where we'll be welcomed into a traditional tukul hut for a coffee ceremony with a local family. This offers a rare glimpse into rural highland life. The final stretch leads to Geech Camp, surrounded by vast grasslands and cliffs - a perfect place to enjoy the sunset and stars.

Time: 8-10Hrs
Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Accommodation: Sankaber Camp Mid-range rest camp located inside Simien Mountains NP

Day 03: Panoramic Peaks Imet Gogo & Enatye Ridge

>> This is one of the most rewarding trekking days in the Simien Mountains. From Geech Camp, we hike to Imet Gogo (3,926m), the most iconic viewpoint in the range, offering jaw-dropping 360-degree vistas of canyons and jagged cliffs. From there, we descend into the valley of Meflekiaw before climbing again to Enatye (4,070m) - the highest point of today's trek. The landscapes are nothing short of epic. You'll pass through habitats filled with lobelias and wildflowers and may spot geladas, birds of prey, and - if lucky - walia ibex along the way. We end our journey at Chenek Camp (3,620m), nestled in a scenic clearing, where geladas often graze nearby. It's a long but unforgettable day, filled with dramatic views and wildlife encounters.

Time: 8-10Hrs
Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Accommodation: Sankaber Camp Mid-range rest camp located inside Simien Mountains NP

Day 04: Ras Bwahit Summit Trek & Wildlife Encounters

>> Today's hike leads us to Ras Bwahit (4,430m), the second-highest peak in the Simien Mountains and one of the most impressive viewpoints in Ethiopia. The roundtrip trek takes 5 - 6 hours. Along the way, we may encounter endemic wildlife such as the Walia ibex grazing on cliffs or possibly the elusive Ethiopian wolf. The trail is lined with alpine vegetation, and the expansive views from the summit make the climb well worth the effort. After spending time at the peak for photos and rest, we return to Chenek Camp for a relaxing final night in the mountains. This day is ideal for photographers, birdwatchers, and nature lovers seeking spectacular mountain vistas.

Time: 8-10Hrs
Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Accommodation: Sankaber Camp Mid-range rest camp located inside Simien Mountains NP

Day 05: Final Views & Return to Gondar

>> On our final morning, we take a short walk around Chenek Camp to enjoy the last scenic views and maybe spot more geladas or walia ibex in the surrounding hills. After breakfast, we pack up and drive back toward Debark to officially exit the park. From Debark, we continue the 2.5-hour journey to Gondar, where the tour ends in the afternoon. Drop-off at your hotel in Gondar can be arranged upon request. After five unforgettable days in Ethiopia's most majestic mountains, you'll return with memories of wild landscapes, friendly locals, and close-up encounters with some of Africa's rarest wildlife.