1. Addis Ababa

Arrive in Addis Ababa , transfer to Hotel. After noon city tour of Addis Ababa. Overnight in hotel.

2. Fly Addis – Gondar  -Sankaber 

Arrival in Gondar  airport  then drive to  Sankaber , the first campsite from where you start trekking by stoping first in Debake where the headquarter of the Semein mountains national park for processing of permit and organization of Park guide and scouts. Overnight  camping  in sankaber.

3. Sankaber – Geech

In the morning after breakfast start organizing what you take with you and what will be loaded on the mule to Geech campsite. Start trekking which will take approximately 5 - 6 hours having a stop to enjoy Jimbar fall and different places of interest. On the way you may encounter troops of Gelada baboon , klipspringers , Bush aback , Rock hyrax  and bird life.  Overnight camping

4. Geech – Emet gogo – Kedadit – Geech

In Gich campsite, the sunrise is earlier than the other campsites. After breakfast, we will climb to Mt. Imet Gogo, an incredible rocky promontory and the most spectacular view point in the Simien Mountains. This is really breathtaking view and you will never forget in your mind. 300m gentle slope take you to the summit that grants 360 degree views over the Simien Mountain range. We will have lunch at Seha Valley and go to Kedadit, which is another viewpoint. Then, we will come back to Gich camp. You may have a free afternoon to relax or go to Gich village for traditional coffee. Overnight camping.

5. Geech – Chenek

After a breakfast, we will trek from Gich camp to Chenneck camp. Along the way, we will climb Mt. Innatye about 500m up to the summit pass through the jangle and enjoy the stunning views and terrifying vertical drop views. The views are arguably the best in the Simien Mountains. After having a picnic lunch on the top of the Mt. Innatye, the path follows mostly downhill though open grassland and Giant Lobelia plant towards Chenneck camp. This camp is the third camping site of the national park and is located in a beautiful valley at the foot of the Mt. Bwahit, at the altitude about 3,620m. You will encounter a number of stunning viewpoints. Moreover, this area is superb for wildlife with both Gelada Boboons and Walia Ibex. Overnight camping

6. Chenek -  Ambiko

Today you need to prepare for the longest trip so far (25km), trekking about 9-10 hours. From Chenneck camp, we will ascend 600m to Mt. Bwahit Pass and continue to Ambiko camp, which is the base camp to Ras Dejen. We will trek along the edge which descends 1,450m to Chiroleba village. Then, we follow the valley and descend down to Meshea river (2,750m). When you reach near to the river, you will see different plant species that are different from highlands, namely Ephorbia, Oliveria (Aloymacropetra). From Meshea river, we will trek to Ambiko camp. This campsite is located along the banks of a stream and in a small village. It is a project of the local church and a donation for the facilities is gratefully accepted. Overnight camping

7. Ambiko camp – Mt. Ras Dejen – Menta Ber camp (Camp in Menta Ber)
After a breakfast, on the summit day, we will trek about 16km for 10-11 hours. The weather fluctuates over time on the summit, therefore we will start early at 4 a.m. Ascending would be more challenging when it is becomes hot. The path ascends over 1,400m to Ras Dejen. Half of the trekking route we follow is zigzag road constructed for the Beyeda town which is found south side of the summit. Just below Dejen Pass, at around 4,250, you will find impressive rocks. There are transported by a glacier and accumulated. They were formed formed 20,000-14,000 years ago in the last glacier age. Reaching to the summit involves an exciting and challenging climb. From the top of the Ras Dejen (4,543m), you will be blown away by the view which range more than ten thousand square kilometers. You will see the trekking route all the way to Mekelle and the route to Lalibela on the other side. From the summit you will need to return along the same path to Dejen Pass and trek to Menta Ber camp crossing through some villages and farming lands. Overnight camping

8. Menta Ber camp – Sona camp (Camp in Sona)
This is a challenging day. We will climb about 3 mountains which are more than 4,000m. It takes about 11 hours to Sona camp which is beautifully situated at the altitude of 3,100m. Overnight camping

9. Sona camp – Mekarebya camp (Camp in Mekarebya)
After a breakfast, we will set off the first lowland trekking in the Simiens. This is highly recommended area for bird watchers. We will start at about 9 a.m. in the morning and wonder about the campsite which is warm and beautiful. Then we will trek down to Lamo along the downhill (called Akakiwen). After about 2 hours, the trail leads us to the river. You could relax swimming, sitting under a big fig tree and ficus tree, or reading a book. In the afternoon, we will trek to Mekerabya camp nearby local school and small village at the altitude of 2,100m.Overnight camping

10. Mekarebya camp – Mulit camp (Camp in Mulit)
This is another lowland trekking day, we will trek about 5-6 hours. The plant species and bird life completely change from what you see in the highlands. You may also see animals such as Vervet monkey and white and black Columbus baboon you won’t see in the highlands. After 2 to 3 hours walking, you will find natural swimming pool (called Derekwenz river) where you can relax. We will have a break here under the shadow of the big trees. Then, we will continue trekking to Mulit camp, which is located in one of the local farmers’ compound with green garden under stunning mountain called Hawaza. Overnight camping

11. Mulit camp – Adi Arkay – Gondar.
 After a breakfast, we will trek for 3 to 4 hours to Adi Arkay, which is the small town out of the park where the trekking route ends. When you drive from Gondar to Axsum, you will pass through this town. When we arrive at the town, we will have a break and enjoy tea and coffee and drive to Gondar. Overnight Hotel.

12. Fly back to Addis Ababa

 Fly back to Addis Ababa. In the evening transfer to the international airport for the flight back to home.

      *** Price  per person in Euro all inclusive  except  international flight and Tips