Trekking round trip up to Ras Dashen (4 640 m) with camping

10 days

Surface – Air

Adventurous – trekking above 3 000 m

The Simien Mountains National Park offers superb walks treks to view the scenery and the endemic wildlife, bird life and plants. It is home to a multitude of unique flora and fauna species, as well as several endemic species of mammal: the Gelada Baboon, Walia Ibex. The park is dominated by Ras Dashen, which is the highest peak in Ethiopia at 4,640m above sea level. This trek has been designed to give you the best of the Simien Mountain. You will explore stunning scenery, remote villages and abundant unique flora and endemic mammals. You will have the possibility to summit the highest mountain of Ethiopia: the Ras Dashen and you will also discover the escarpments of Sankaber, Geech, Misma,Chenek It gives a wonderful mountain trekking opportunity for those who seek a unique trekking experience in the North Mountains of Ethiopia. You will have the possibility to interact with the local community and witness their culture and their way of life. You will be accompanied by a cook who will prepare all meals. Some mules will escort you to ensure the transportation of all luggage and equipment. You will visit the historical town of Gondar called The Camelot of Africa.

This 10-day trekking adventure through the Simien Mountains begins with a warm welcome in Addis Ababa and a brief city tour, where you'll explore the Archaeological Museum, Ethnological Museum, Mercato market, and the Entoto Mountains. On Day 2, you’ll fly to Gondar and drive to Sankaber, a stunning base camp nestled at 3,236 meters, where you'll spend your first night camping.

Over the following days, you will trek through some of the most breathtaking landscapes of Ethiopia, traveling to Geech, Chenek, and Mizma. Your trek will take you to the summit of Ras Dashen, the highest peak in Ethiopia, before returning to Mizma. The route back to Sankaber and then Gondar will allow you to experience the beauty of the Simien Mountains from different perspectives.

In Gondar, you’ll explore the Royal Compound before returning to Addis Ababa for shopping and a farewell dinner featuring traditional Ethiopian dances and dishes. Afterward, you'll be transferred to the airport for your departure.

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Gondar
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"Reaching the summit of Ras Dashen was an unforgettable achievement. The guides were amazing!"

Anna G., Switzerland

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