7 Days Itinerary: Simien Mountains Trekking
9 Days Danakil Depression: Awash, Afdera, Erte Ale, Dallol, Hammed
Ella and Mekelle,
Ella and Mekelle,
On your arrival in Gondar, you will be met by simien eco trek and transferred to a hotel (if you prefer to stay in Gondar) or driven toDebark, get permission from the NP headquarter and everything will wait for you in order.Debark (where the HQ is situated) is the access to the park and Gondar is situated 100 km from Debark and 136 km from Sankaber, the first campsite in the park. before 6km to the camp you can do 2-3hrs of walk to get acclimatize with the altitude and the stuff will drive directly to the camp and set up tents and other things for you.
On the way going, you will encounter a troop of Gelada Baboon, klipspringer and Bushbucks and birds such as Lammer Gayer, Thick Billed Raven, Pied crow and Wattled Ibis. Overnight: Sankaber camp.Time: 5-6hrs including the driveDistance:-6-7km for 2-3 hrs of walk & 122 km for the drive from GondarAccommodation: tentMeals: L&D
Sankaber 3250m-Geeck 3600m;
In the morning, you will walk to Geech past a waterfall.You will see some wild lives, such as Gelada Baboon.Once we descend down the Jinbar Wenz/river (which feeds the waterfall and where you will eat your pack lunch) a short ascent remains to Geech.En-route going to Geech, you will encounter a troop of Gelada Baboon, klipspringer, Bushbuck and different type of birds. When you meet the baboons, you need to make a short stop and watch at them since they are very interesting animals to see. The camp site offers great views of the mountains and is characterized by giant Lobelia plants. It is situated at an altitude of 3600m. The temperature can be very cold in the night,therefore, please make sure you will bring a four season sleeping bag for this trip. Overnight,Geech camp
Total time 5-7 hrs
Distance: 12.5km
Accommodation: tents
Meals: B, L&D
In the morning, you will walk to Geech past a waterfall.You will see some wild lives, such as Gelada Baboon.Once we descend down the Jinbar Wenz/river (which feeds the waterfall and where you will eat your pack lunch) a short ascent remains to Geech.En-route going to Geech, you will encounter a troop of Gelada Baboon, klipspringer, Bushbuck and different type of birds. When you meet the baboons, you need to make a short stop and watch at them since they are very interesting animals to see. The camp site offers great views of the mountains and is characterized by giant Lobelia plants. It is situated at an altitude of 3600m. The temperature can be very cold in the night,therefore, please make sure you will bring a four season sleeping bag for this trip. Overnight,Geech camp
Total time 5-7 hrs
Distance: 12.5km
Accommodation: tents
Meals: B, L&D
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Geech to Chenck
On this day you start around eight in the morning (after breakfast)
and walk to Chenek via Imetgogo (3926m) and Enateye (4070m).
have your
lunch on the top of Enataye, one of the most dramatic viewing points
in the whole area. It is mostly downhill all the way from the lunch
spot to Chenck but five minutes gradual uphill remains just after
Korbet Metayata to the camp. The trek from Geech to Chenek covers
approximately
sixteen kilometers following a path along the escarpment edge. Chenek
camp site is located in a beautiful valley at the foot of Bwahit peak,
at the altitude of 3680m. En-route, you might be able to see some of
the endemic
wild lives such as walia Ibex, Gelada Baboon and Ethiopian wolf if you are
very lucky
Time: 5-6hrs
Distance: 13.5 km
Accommodation: tent
Meal: B, L&D
On this day you start around eight in the morning (after breakfast)
and walk to Chenek via Imetgogo (3926m) and Enateye (4070m).
have your
lunch on the top of Enataye, one of the most dramatic viewing points
in the whole area. It is mostly downhill all the way from the lunch
spot to Chenck but five minutes gradual uphill remains just after
Korbet Metayata to the camp. The trek from Geech to Chenek covers
approximately
sixteen kilometers following a path along the escarpment edge. Chenek
camp site is located in a beautiful valley at the foot of Bwahit peak,
at the altitude of 3680m. En-route, you might be able to see some of
the endemic
wild lives such as walia Ibex, Gelada Baboon and Ethiopian wolf if you are
very lucky
Time: 5-6hrs
Distance: 13.5 km
Accommodation: tent
Meal: B, L&D
Trek from chenek to Sona
(3,020m): 8-9 hours
Your day begins at sunrise to give you enough time to explore the
surrounding cliffs for good sightings of the Ethiopian endemic walia
ibex.
Then begin the tough 3-hour ascent to the top of the Bwhait pass
(4,200m). This is the second highest point in the park and offers
magnificent views of Bwhait peak, Berochwuha, Silki and the Lori
village below. This beautiful peak rewards you with a glimpse of the
stunning views of the rocky peaks of Imet Gogo.
Leaving the summit behind, you’ll join the main trail for a flat or
downhill stroll. You’ll pass through small villages and the Sona
primary school until you reach the Sona campsite located on the
riverside.
Trek from Sona to Mekarebya (1,900m):
5 - 6 hours
The day begins with a downhill walk to the Ansiya River (one of
the tributaries of the Tekeze River that drains towards Sudan, and
joins the Atbarah River .) Located at 1,975m, the river is
surrounded by big fig trees. The descent is approximately 1,000m
and takes 3 – 4 hours.
After you reach the river, you continue on flat ground for 2 – 3
hours. The trail offers splendid views of the riverine forest. The
trail then winds its way into the lowland where visitors will
experience the enormous, lowland flora that is now rare in Ethiopia.
The dominant tree on this route is Cordia africana, known for
providing excellent shade for growing coffee, but also for its
beauty. In the western part of the country logs from this tree are
used to make beehives and barrels for keeping tej (local honey
wine).
This route is also known for an abundance of birdlife such
as the African paradise flycatcher, pin-tailed whydah, red and
hemirpch hornbill. Leaving behind the scattered tree zone you’ll
arrive in the small village of Mekarebya and then to the campsite
5 - 6 hours
The day begins with a downhill walk to the Ansiya River (one of
the tributaries of the Tekeze River that drains towards Sudan, and
joins the Atbarah River .) Located at 1,975m, the river is
surrounded by big fig trees. The descent is approximately 1,000m
and takes 3 – 4 hours.
After you reach the river, you continue on flat ground for 2 – 3
hours. The trail offers splendid views of the riverine forest. The
trail then winds its way into the lowland where visitors will
experience the enormous, lowland flora that is now rare in Ethiopia.
The dominant tree on this route is Cordia africana, known for
providing excellent shade for growing coffee, but also for its
beauty. In the western part of the country logs from this tree are
used to make beehives and barrels for keeping tej (local honey
wine).
This route is also known for an abundance of birdlife such
as the African paradise flycatcher, pin-tailed whydah, red and
hemirpch hornbill. Leaving behind the scattered tree zone you’ll
arrive in the small village of Mekarebya and then to the campsite
Trek from Mekarebya to Mulit (2,050m):
5 – 6 hours
Begin the day’s walk by descending 1 hour to the river and
continue on an undulating trail along the riverbed for 2 hours.
From the lowest point of the day at 1,620m, begin a steep ascent
for 2 hours on a rocky trail to Hawaza (table mountain in Amharic).
Along this route is an impressive array of rock towers. From
Hawaza continue on a flat path for 1- 2 hours to reach the very
vibrant village of Mulit .
5 – 6 hours
Begin the day’s walk by descending 1 hour to the river and
continue on an undulating trail along the riverbed for 2 hours.
From the lowest point of the day at 1,620m, begin a steep ascent
for 2 hours on a rocky trail to Hawaza (table mountain in Amharic).
Along this route is an impressive array of rock towers. From
Hawaza continue on a flat path for 1- 2 hours to reach the very
vibrant village of Mulit .
Trek from Mulit to Adi Arkay (1,665m):
2 hours
The shortest trek on the entire trip, takes you for 2 hours of a
gentle stroll downhill to Adiarkay. The scenery and the valley of the
lowland villages are attractive. Here, you can either take public
transportation or arrange for a car to meet you.
2 hours
The shortest trek on the entire trip, takes you for 2 hours of a
gentle stroll downhill to Adiarkay. The scenery and the valley of the
lowland villages are attractive. Here, you can either take public
transportation or arrange for a car to meet you.
