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Trekking & Camping
The perfect short escape. A compact three-day trek packed with the Simien highlights — escarpment viewpoints, gelada baboons and the famous Imet Gogo panorama.
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From USD 600 per person
Indicative from price — your full quote is confirmed when you enquire.
Short on time but not on scenery, this three-day trek condenses the very best of the Simien Mountains into a long weekend of walking.
You'll reach the iconic viewpoints of the park, walk through heather moorland alive with gelada baboons, and sleep at two of the park's most atmospheric highland camps.
It's an ideal first trek for travellers who want a genuine taste of the highlands without committing to a longer expedition.
Route difficulty
Regular walking days at altitude at a measured pace.
Park formalities in Debark, then drive in and ease into the trek with an afternoon walk to Sankaber meadow.
Traverse the escarpment, pass Jinbar waterfall, and climb through moorland to Gich beneath the shoulder of Imet Gogo.
Sunrise at Imet Gogo, then descend to the trailhead and transfer back to Debark.
More details provided at booking.
A reasonable level of fitness — you'll walk 3–8 hours daily at high altitude.
A focused, immersive escape without a long commitment.
Available privately, so the pace and company are entirely yours.
Not sure it's the right fit? We'll help you choose — see how we plan trips.
Indicative pricing
US$ 1,200
US$ 600 per person × 2
This tour is rated moderate. Expect several hours of guided walking each day at altitude; a reasonable level of fitness will see you enjoy it comfortably.
The indicative price covers licensed english-speaking trekking guide, park entrance & camping fees and accommodation as per the itinerary. See the full "What's included" list above — your exact quote, and anything you'd like adjusted, is confirmed when you enquire.
Yes — this tour runs privately or for small groups, so you can travel solo, as a couple, or with friends on your own dates.
This tour reaches high altitude in the Simien Mountains. Routes are paced for acclimatisation, and good hydration and a measured pace make a big difference. For practical guidance on managing altitude, see the altitude section under travel information.
The classic escarpment traverse
Four days across the heart of the Simien Mountains: escarpments, Afromontane forests, gelada herds and dawn on the 'Roof of Africa'.
Highlands and holy rock churches
The classic combination: trek the Simien escarpment, then Lalibela's rock-hewn churches — history and highlands in one unforgettable journey.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site and the crown of the Ethiopian highlands — the 'Roof of Africa' — where sheer escarpments fall thousands of metres.
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