From Gondar: 2-Day Simien Mountains Trekking Tour
ID: GYG623874-1040901
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Country: Ethiopia
Duration:
2 days
Description
Embark on a 2-day trekking tour to the Simien Mountains from Gondar. Enjoy a guided hike along mountain trails with endless vistas of the Simien Mountains.
Day 01: Drive From Gonder to Sankabor, Walk 3-4hrs around Sankabor
Drive from Gondar or directly from the airport (depending on your arrival time) to Sankaber about 136km away. We will go via the park head office in Debark to register and pick up trek staff such as scouts, guides and cook if required. After trekking for 3 or 4 hours we return to the Sankabor camp (3250m) and stay overnight. Accommodation: Camping at Sankaber
Day 02: Explore Simien Mountains – Ginbar water fall -Gonder
Trek for 2.5 hours to 500m high Jinbar waterfall. Along the way, you will observe the splendid landscape and different kinds of flowers and trees. There is also a possibility to see a klipspringer and mini bushbuck. There are leopards in the area but they are rarely seen, however maybe you’ll be one of the lucky ones! Of course, the delightful gelada baboons are always around. After lunch, by the waterfall, the 4×4 picks us up to drive back to Gondar.
Highlights
- Discover the unique flora and fauna of the Simien Mountains on a 2-day trek
- Enjoy guided hike along mountain trails endless vistas of the Simien Mountains
- See unique Gelada baboon, a species indigenous to Simien Mountains
- Visit the spectacular Jinbar waterfall from the viewpoint of Goche-Nedala
- highest gradient roads in Ethiopia and visit the presterian trees of Lemalimo
Guiding languages
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
