6 Days Trekking in Ras Dejen

Day 1: Transfer from Gondar to Sankaber (3,250m)

Drive from Gondar to the Simien Mountains National Park (2-3 hours). Complete park formalities and meet your guide and scout. Then drop off for 2-3 hours hike via the escarpment most likely to spot the large group of Gelada monkey.
Overnight Camp at Sankaber.

Day 2: Sankaber to Geech (3,600m)

Trek 5-7 hours of hiking. Pass through the Jinbar River, enjoy panoramic views of the escarpment, and spot wildlife like the Ethiopian wolf and gelada monkeys.
Overnight Camp at Geech.

Day 3: Geech to Chennek (3,620m)

Trek 7-9 hours of hiking. Cross the Imet Gogo summit (3,926m) for breathtaking views, and and ascending about 600 meters visit Kurbet Metaya, and enjoy the dramatic landscapes.
Overnight Camp at Chennek.

Day 4: Chennek to Ambiko (3,200m)

Trek 8-10 hours of hiking (strenuous). Climb the Bwahit Pass (4,200m), descend into the Mesheha Valley, and experience remote villages.
Overnight Camp at Ambiko.

Day 5: Ambiko to Ras Dejen Summit (4,550m)

Trek 10-12 hours of hiking (very challenging). Summit Ras Dejen, the highest peak in Ethiopia, and enjoy unparalleled views of the Simien Mountains.
Overnight Return to Ambiko for camping

Day 6: Gonder

Hiking 2-3 hours to the small town Chiroleba and drive back to Gondar.

Tour Includes
  • Domestic flights
  • All entrance fee and licenses
  • All cooking equipment and meals for trekking & camping
  • Camping equipment
  • 4x4 Toyota Landcruiser for airport pick-up and transfer to the park
  • Driver’s allowance and fuel expenses
  • English speaking /guide
  • Government taxes
  • Service charge
Tour Excludes
  • International flight
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fee
  • Video camera and/or photo fees
  • Tips for drivers, guides (at your discretion)
  • Any other personal expenses
Destinations & Activities of this Tour

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