2-Day Beyond the Clouds Experience Simien Mountains

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Drive from Gondar to Sankaber and Hike to Gich

We drive from Gondar to Sankaber with a brief stop at the Simien Mountains National Park headquarters to arrange the permit. Today's trek covers approximately 12 km and takes around 5-6 hours. The hike goes through highland grasslands, heather forests, and cultivated fields, following a spectacular escarpment with dramatic views. You will encounter friendly gelada baboons foraging in groups. A stunning viewpoint at the Jinbar Falls is reached after climbing a few rocks. This waterfall plunges several hundred meters down the escarpment. At the end of the day, we camp near the area that was once Gich village. Overnight camping.

Main Destination:

Simien Mountains National Park

Best Time To Visit September to December (Beautiful scenery)

High Season October to April (Lodges are busy)

Best Weather October to April

Wildlife in Simien Mountains NP

Gelada monkey Abundant

Walia ibex Occasional

Ethiopian wolf Rare

Klipspringer Rare

Bushbuck Rare

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Golden jackal Rare

Hyena Rare

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Inside Simien Mountains NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Hike from Gich to Ambaras and Drive to Gondar

Today features the most spectacular stage of our trek, offering stunning views throughout the park. We hike for 5-6 hours, including a short detour to Imet Gogo (3925 m), which provides the most exciting panoramic views. The giant lobelia thrives on the Gich plateau, and you may spot the majestic lammergeyer soaring above, along with the endemic thick-billed raven. In the afternoon, we drive back to Gondar.

Main Destination:

Simien Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.