3 Days 2 Nights Trekking to Simien Mountains
The dramatic skyline of peaks and jagged volcanic plugs which tower over the highland plateaux of the Simien Mountains compete with rugged gorges and deep gullies to form what is, arguably, the most awe-inspiring landscape in Africa. As we trek through this distant mountain range we pass small hamlets where villagers eke out an existence from the limited arable land. We may come across large troops of Gelada baboons foraging on the escarpment; and, with luck, spot Walia ibex and Ethiopian wolves.
Day 01 – Gondar to Sankaber:
You will depart early morning from Gondar to Debark. In debark you will arrange
your visit with the park office and receive a scout and guide then drive into
the park to arrive at Sankaber. You can either drive all the way in to Sankaber
or have the car drop you off near Buyit Ras for a short hike. If you choose to
hike in you will take in beautiful views of the landscape and the endless
mountain ridges, and you likely see some gelada baboons. When you arrive in
Sankaber you will be met with your supplies. Sankaber will be the first
campsite on your trip.
Day 02 – Sankaber to Geech Camp:
From Sankaber you will begin hiking following the ridge and look out over the
foothills 800m down. From the ridge you will descend down into the valley and
be able to view the Jinbar River plunging into the Geech Abyss. After some time
at the waterfall you will continue on to Geech village where you will find your
second campsite.
Day 03- Geech to Ambaras:
Today’s hike will average about 6-7 hours. Many hikers agree that the route
from Geech to Ambaras is the most magnificent hike the simiens have to offer.
In route you will pass through Imet Gogo. Here you will have reached an
altitude of 3,926m and be able to look out at the amazing landscape from 360
degrees. At this height and view point you can see the canyone below, distant
ridges, and view the seemingly never ending valleys. Here you will break for
lunch and hike the rest of the way to Ambaras where you will be met by a car to
bring you back to Debark/Gondar.