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This day trip to Simien Mountain is an all inclusive & unforgettable private adventure.
Why Choose this Exclusive Experience?
✔ Private & Hassle Free: Enjoy a fully personalized tour with just your group, including private transportation, all entrance fees, an expert local guide, & mandatory scout fees, everything is taken care of!
✔ Otherworldly Landscapes: Trek through UNESCO-listed highlands with jaw-dropping cliffs, deep valleys & sweeping vistas that feel like another planet.
✔ Wildlife Encounters: Get up close with Gelada monkeys, spot endangered Walia ibex, & watch for lammergeiers soaring above.
✔ Perfect for All Fitness Levels: Choose between gentle walks or moderate hikes, with flexibility to match your pace and interests.
✔ Photographer’s Dream: Capture dramatic cliffs, rare wildlife & endless horizons, every angle is postcard-worthy!
This is not just a day trip, it’s a once in a lifetime journey into one of Africa’s most spectacular landscapes.
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What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We provide pickup service from Gondar Airport or any hotel in Gondar city.
Your guide will meet you at Gondar Airport as you exit the terminal building. You may also specify an alternative pickup or meeting location when booking this experience.
What to expect
Stop in Debark, the headquarter of Simien Mountain, get registered, pay park fees & pick up park scout & proceed to the park.
Begin the 1 hour off-road drive to Sankaber (3,250m), the first campsite & first major viewpoint in the Simien mountain with stops for Gelada baboon & scenic overlooks.
Start a moderate 2-3 hours hike from Sankaber to Jinbar waterfall & Geech Abyss viewpoint through stunning landscapes. On the way, spot large troops of Gelada baboon & possibly Ethiopian wolves & lammergeiers. Stop at Jinbar waterfall, cascading 500m into the abyss, an incredible photo spot!
Marvel at the Geech Abyss, a dramatic sheer-drop cliff with panoramic mountain views.
By midday, enjoy your packed picnic lunch with a view overlooking the Simien escarpment.
After lunch, if time permits, continue driving 1.5 hours deeper into the park to Chenek (3,600m), the most spectacular viewpoint.
See dramatic rock formations, spot Walia ibex & take in 360° views of the Simien range.
Finally, begin the 3 hour drive back to Gondar. End of the trip.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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