Simien Mountain Trekking

Day 1: Gondar – Sankaber (Simien Mountains)

Meet your guide at Gondar Airport or hotel and drive to Sankaber via Debark. Along the way, soak in panoramic views of the lowlands and spot endemic Gelada baboons grazing on the escarpment edges. Sankaber Camp is perched at 3,250 meters and offers scenic vistas between the northern escarpment and the southern Wazla Valley.

Gelada baboons—endemic to Ethiopia—roam the escarpment in large, vocal troops.

Enjoy a 2–3 hour acclimatization trek (7–9 km) before settling into camp.

Day 2: Sankaber – Geech

Trek approximately 13 km (5–6 hours) from Sankaber to Geech Camp. Pass through meadows and heather forests en route to the dramatic Jinbar Wenz waterfall cascading into the Geech Abyss. Cross the Jinbar Wenz River and ascend to Geech village, where you’ll witness highland farming cycles and local culture. The camp area is dotted with giant lobelias.

Day 3: Geech – Chenek

Cover 17 km (6–7 hours) along escarpment trails toward Chenek. Enjoy a breathtaking view at the Enatye viewpoint (4,070 meters), offering sweeping scenes of sheer cliffs and valleys below. Arrive at Chenek Camp, nestled beneath Bwahit Peak. This area is known for sightings of Walia Ibex and large Gelada baboon troops.

Day 4: Mount Buahit Summit

After breakfast, ascend Mount Buahit (4,430 meters), one of the highest peaks in the Simien range. This 10 km round-trip trek (approx. 5 hours) offers spectacular alpine views and a chance to see Walia Ibex navigating rocky outcrops. Descend back to Chenek Camp for overnight.

The elusive Walia Ibex—Ethiopia’s iconic highland mountain goat—near the summit of Mount Buahit.

Day 5: Chenek – Argin Village – Gondar

Start your morning with a 3-hour walk through the Argin Valley, visiting local mountain communities and learning about their highland traditions. After lunch at camp, return by vehicle to Gondar, arriving in the afternoon.

End of Tour – Additional hotel nights in Gondar or custom extensions can be arranged upon request.