2-Day Adventure Hike to Simien Mountains National Park from Addis Ababa
Highlights
Simien Mountains National Park, Addis Ababa, Gondar, Debarq
Locations Covered
Simien Mountains National Park, Addis Ababa, Gondar, Debarq
trekking, cultural, Wildlife
Group Tour
2 Days
Easy
English
Description
Embark on this adventure trip to ascend the Simien Mountains, following an extensive network of trails. Walk through the park to view incredible wildlife, green scenery and local cultures in remote villages. Spot wildlife species like the elusive Gelada baboons, Walia ibex, Lammergeier and Thick-billed Ravens, and enjoy birdwatching.
Itinerary
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Day 1- Addis - Gondar - Simien Mountains - Debark
- In the early morning, we will drive some 103 km from Gondar to the park headquarter in Debark, the 100 km journey will take around two hours.
- At the headquarters, we will arrange our permits to the park and pick up our scout. Then keep driving for another 30-40 minutes until the hike starts along mountain trails enjoying the endless vistas as your guide explains the unique flora of this elevated region.
- You will also cross paths with a troop of the Gelada baboon, a unique species indigenous to Ethiopia and the Simien Mountains. Moreover, you will visit the spectacular waterfall of Jinbar from the viewpoint of Goche-Nedala.
- Later, return to Debark.
Overnight Ras Dejen Hotel in Debark.
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Day-2- Lemalimo - Gondar - Addis
- Early in the morning, have a 30-minute relaxing walk to Lemalimo, Ethiopia's most known place for its highest gradient roads. To have wonderful sights there, we will see some endemic animals such as Chilada and others and visit presbyterian trees on the left and right sides of Limalimo.
- In the afternoon, drive to Gondar to have a flight to Addis.
End of tour.
What's Included
What's Excluded
What To Bring
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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This is a group tour |
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