Skip to main content
Outstanding Simien Mountains Tours

Services

One team for the whole journey

From the first question to the final farewell, we plan, book and run your trip on the ground — so all you have to do is show up and travel.

40 guided tours18 destinations100% local guidesEthiopia & East Africa
Our services

Everything we organise for you

Ten ways we help you travel well — tap into any service below or combine them into one seamless booking.

01

Guided Trekking & Hiking

Multi-day guided treks across the great ranges of Ethiopia and East Africa — from the Simien escarpment to the Bale highlands and the foothills of Kilimanjaro.

  • Licensed English-speaking guides
  • Mule and porter support on highland routes
  • Tents, sleeping kit and cooking crew provided
  • Pacing matched to your fitness and experience
Learn more
02

Cultural & Heritage Tours

Walk the ancient kingdoms of the north — rock-hewn churches, stele fields, royal castles — and the living cultures of the Omo Valley and Harar.

  • Lalibela and the rock churches of Tigray
  • Axum stele field and archaeological sites
  • Omo Valley community encounters
  • Local hosts, translators and cultural guides
Learn more
03

Wildlife & Birding Safaris

Look for endemic wildlife — gelada, Walia ibex, Ethiopian wolf — and East Africa's savanna giants, with expert spotters and field guides.

  • Gelada, Walia ibex and Ethiopian wolf hideouts
  • Great Rift Valley lakes and bird-watching
  • Masai Mara, Serengeti and Lake Nakuru safaris
  • Quality spotting scopes and binoculars on tour
Learn more
04

Photography Expeditions

Small-group itineraries timed for the best light and wildlife movement, built for photographers who want more than a holiday snapshot.

  • Golden-hour planning on every route
  • Highland landscapes and endemic wildlife
  • Minimal-group departures for serious shooting
  • Local knowledge of seasonal conditions
Learn more
05

Custom Itineraries & Private Planning

Tell us what you dream of doing — we design a private itinerary around your dates, interests, budget and pace, anywhere we operate.

  • Personal trip designer assigned from enquiry
  • Private departures for families and couples
  • Flexible start dates and durations
  • Clear, itemised pricing before you commit
Learn more
06

Airport Transfers & Ground Logistics

Reliable vehicles, drivers and 4x4s across our operating regions, with transfers arranged to match every flight.

  • Airport pickup and drop-off (Addis Ababa and regionals)
  • Well-maintained 4x4s with experienced drivers
  • Driving crews for multi-day national routes
  • Coordination across domestic legs and permits
Learn more
07

Accommodation & Lodge Bookings

A hand-picked range of hotels, lodges and mountain camps across Ethiopia and East Africa — from boutique city hotels to remote highland campsites.

  • Curated options in every destination we serve
  • Lodge-based and camping-based itineraries
  • Rooms that match your budget and style
  • Booked and confirmed as part of your package
Learn more
08

Group, School & Special Occasion Tours

From adventure clubs and university groups to anniversaries and celebrations, we plan shared trips where everyone is looked after.

  • Group rates and private departures
  • Educational itineraries for students
  • Celebration packages with personal touches
  • One organiser point of contact throughout
Learn more
09

Visa, Permits & Travel Preparation

Worried about the paperwork? We walk you through visas, park permits, insurance and health prep so the adventure starts smoothly.

  • Ethiopian e-visa guidance and application help
  • National park and site permits arranged in tour
  • Packing lists and fitness guidance for altitude
  • Travel insurance recommendations
Learn more
10

Community & Responsible Travel

Tourism that gives back. We employ local guides and crews, partner with community projects and follow low-impact principles in every park.

  • Local guides, muleteers and cooks employed
  • Community partner projects in the highlands
  • Leave-no-trace camping in protected areas
  • Fair pricing with transparent inclusions
Learn more
What we do

Every service, end to end

Each service can be booked on its own or combined into a single, fully-organised journey. Choose the ones that fit your trip.

Service 01

Guided Trekking & Hiking

Multi-day guided treks across the great ranges of Ethiopia and East Africa — from the Simien escarpment to the Bale highlands and the foothills of Kilimanjaro.

  • Licensed English-speaking guides
  • Mule and porter support on highland routes
  • Tents, sleeping kit and cooking crew provided
  • Pacing matched to your fitness and experience

Service 02

Cultural & Heritage Tours

Walk the ancient kingdoms of the north — rock-hewn churches, stele fields, royal castles — and the living cultures of the Omo Valley and Harar.

  • Lalibela and the rock churches of Tigray
  • Axum stele field and archaeological sites
  • Omo Valley community encounters
  • Local hosts, translators and cultural guides

Service 03

Wildlife & Birding Safaris

Look for endemic wildlife — gelada, Walia ibex, Ethiopian wolf — and East Africa's savanna giants, with expert spotters and field guides.

  • Gelada, Walia ibex and Ethiopian wolf hideouts
  • Great Rift Valley lakes and bird-watching
  • Masai Mara, Serengeti and Lake Nakuru safaris
  • Quality spotting scopes and binoculars on tour

Service 04

Photography Expeditions

Small-group itineraries timed for the best light and wildlife movement, built for photographers who want more than a holiday snapshot.

  • Golden-hour planning on every route
  • Highland landscapes and endemic wildlife
  • Minimal-group departures for serious shooting
  • Local knowledge of seasonal conditions

Service 05

Custom Itineraries & Private Planning

Tell us what you dream of doing — we design a private itinerary around your dates, interests, budget and pace, anywhere we operate.

  • Personal trip designer assigned from enquiry
  • Private departures for families and couples
  • Flexible start dates and durations
  • Clear, itemised pricing before you commit

Service 06

Airport Transfers & Ground Logistics

Reliable vehicles, drivers and 4x4s across our operating regions, with transfers arranged to match every flight.

  • Airport pickup and drop-off (Addis Ababa and regionals)
  • Well-maintained 4x4s with experienced drivers
  • Driving crews for multi-day national routes
  • Coordination across domestic legs and permits

Service 07

Accommodation & Lodge Bookings

A hand-picked range of hotels, lodges and mountain camps across Ethiopia and East Africa — from boutique city hotels to remote highland campsites.

  • Curated options in every destination we serve
  • Lodge-based and camping-based itineraries
  • Rooms that match your budget and style
  • Booked and confirmed as part of your package

Service 08

Group, School & Special Occasion Tours

From adventure clubs and university groups to anniversaries and celebrations, we plan shared trips where everyone is looked after.

  • Group rates and private departures
  • Educational itineraries for students
  • Celebration packages with personal touches
  • One organiser point of contact throughout

Service 09

Visa, Permits & Travel Preparation

Worried about the paperwork? We walk you through visas, park permits, insurance and health prep so the adventure starts smoothly.

  • Ethiopian e-visa guidance and application help
  • National park and site permits arranged in tour
  • Packing lists and fitness guidance for altitude
  • Travel insurance recommendations

Service 10

Community & Responsible Travel

Tourism that gives back. We employ local guides and crews, partner with community projects and follow low-impact principles in every park.

  • Local guides, muleteers and cooks employed
  • Community partner projects in the highlands
  • Leave-no-trace camping in protected areas
  • Fair pricing with transparent inclusions
How it works

From enquiry to trail, in six steps

Planning a trip to Ethiopia or East Africa shouldn't feel complicated. Here's exactly what happens — from your first message to your first step on the trail — and what you can do at each stage to make the journey yours.

  1. 01

    Tell us about your dream trip

    Start with a message through our contact page, WhatsApp, email or a call. Share when you'd like to travel, how long you have, your group size and anything you're especially keen to see.

  2. 02

    We propose your itinerary

    Within a day or two we reply with a tailored itinerary — routes, durations, accommodation style, what's included, and a clear idea of cost. We'll also flag the best season and any logistics to think about.

  3. 03

    Refine until it feels right

    Adjust pace, add or drop a destination, or shift dates. This is a conversation, not a form. You decide what fits your fitness, budget and style of travel.

  4. 04

    Confirm the details

    Once you're happy, we confirm your booking, arrange permits, guides, accommodation and transfers, and send a full packing list and pre-departure briefing.

  5. 05

    We prepare on the ground

    Before you arrive we finalise park permissions, brief your guide and crew, and check weather and trail conditions — so everything is ready when you land.

  6. 06

    Walk the roof of Africa

    You travel with a licensed local guide who knows the terrain, look after you at altitude, and share Ethiopia with you at a pace that's yours.

Our promise

What you can rely on

Book with local guides who know the ground, and a guarantee of clear pricing and honest advice.

  • A clear itinerary and price before you commit
  • Honest advice on season, difficulty and logistics
  • Licensed local guides on every trip
  • Permits, park fees and transfers handled for you
  • A back-and-forth that's flexible until you're happy
  • Support before, during and after your journey
40
Guided tours to choose from
100%
Local, home-grown guides
4000m+
Routes reaching the roof of Africa
18
Destinations across Ethiopia & East Africa
Kind words

Travellers after their journeys

A few reflections from guests who travelled with our guides.

“The three days we spent crossing the Simien escarpment were the highlight of our entire trip to Ethiopia. Every viewpoint felt like the best yet — and the gelada baboons were unforgettable.”
“Our guide grew up in these mountains and it showed — patient, knowledgeable and full of stories. Camping above the cloud layer was pure magic.”
“Seamless from start to finish. The mix of highland trekking and the rock churches of Lalibela in one trip was exactly what we hoped for.”
“As a solo traveller I was a little nervous about altitude, but the careful pacing and encouragement made all the difference. I'd recommend them to any traveller.”
“A short but perfectly formed trip. The waterfall hike and the wallia ibex sightings exceeded every expectation, and the lodge was comfortable after a day on the trail.”
“We covered the historical north at a relaxed pace — Gondar's castles, Axum's stelae and Lake Tana's monasteries. Great guiding and a genuinely fascinating journey.”
“The five-day panorama trek was challenging but so rewarding. Everything — food, camps, pacing, wildlife — was looked after flawlessly. A once-in-a-lifetime experience.”
“We travelled as a family with two teenagers, and our guide adapted everything to keep all of us engaged and comfortable. The coffee ceremony on our last afternoon was the perfect ending.”
Planning questions

Before you book

How far in advance should I book?

A few weeks is usually fine, though popular months (Oct–Mar) can fill. The more lead time you give us, the more flexibility we have with dates and accommodation.

Can I change my itinerary after booking?

Yes. Plans shift for all kinds of reasons. Tell us as early as possible and we'll adjust the route and logistics around your new dates.

Do I need to book flights myself?

Domestic flights within Ethiopia can be arranged through us or booked by you. We'll advise the best connections for your itinerary either way.

What happens if the weather changes my plans?

Weather across Ethiopia can be dramatic. Our guides adapt routes and timings on the ground, and we always prioritise comfort and safety over a rigid schedule.

Before you go

Tell us what your trip looks like

Safari, trek, cultural circuit or something in between — we'll shape every part of it around you.