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Over View
\nOur trekking itineraries lead you through landscapes covered by deep gorges, jagged plugs, and striking rock towers and also you will have the chance to climb some of Africa’s highest peaks\u2026
\nThe Ethiopian highlands, blessed with a temperate climate and grand mountain scenery, offer superb trekking opportunities. Trekking in the remote isolated splendor of the Semien Mountains, the Bale Mountains, and the unique Surma is a breathtaking experience. Ethiopia is little known and little visited yet it is an amazing place to see. Ethiopia has a unique culture, complex history and some superb scenery – a wonderful experience for the truly adventurous traveler.
\nFrom the fertile highlands in the south through to the Seimen of the north, the landscape is extremely mountainous. Arguably, one of the most beautiful ranges in Africa is found here.<\/p>\n

Trekking in the Semien Mountains National Park
\nAs the name indicates, the ‘Semien’, which means ‘North’ in Amharic, is an area of highland country in the northern part of Ethiopia. The Semein mountains National park, which is one of the principal mountain massifs in Africa, is commonly known as the \u201cRoof of Africa\u201d. It has been declared as world heritage site by UNESCO.The marvelous scenery combined with the varied endemic plants, mammals, birds and the breathtaking environment make the area an ideal place of mountains trekking.<\/p>\n

Trekking in the Bale Mountains National Park
\nIn the Southeast part of the country, the Bale National Park is the largest area of Afro alpine habitat in the whole of Africa.
\nBale Mountains is an area of high altitude plateau that is broken by numerous spectacular volcanic plugs and peaks, beautiful alpine lakes and rushing mountain streams that descend in the deep rocky gorges on their way to the lowlands below. It is home for various Endemic Birds and Endemic Animals.The Bale Mountains remain an untouched and beautiful world. Rising to a height of more than 4,000 meters, the range borders the southern highlands of Ethiopia. Mount Tullu Deemtu, the 2nd highest peak in Ethiopia, is 4,377 meters above sea level.<\/p>\n

Trekking among the Omo Valley People
\nThe remote south-west highlands, east and west of the Omo Valley where strong and colorful cultures complement the appeal of scenery, flora and fauna, is another site ideal for trekking and cultural interactions.:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n

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Tour Code:<\/strong> DLE 023
\nTitle:<\/strong> Trekking in the magnificent Semien Mountain national park.
\nDuration:<\/strong> 8 Nights\/ 9 Days
\nTransportation:<\/strong> Flight and Drive
\nHighlights:<\/strong> Addis Ababa, Gonder, Sankaber, Semien Mountains national park<\/p>\n

Day 1: Arrive in Addis Ababa.
\nOn arrival at Bole International Airport Addis Ababa where you will be met by your guide and transferred to your hotel. O\/N hotel.
\nDay 2: Fly Addis – Gondar and drive to Sankaber. (3,200m).
\nMorning airport transfer for flight to Gondar. On arrival drive 136 km north to Sankaber via Debark- the headquarters of the Simien Mountains National Park. Trek to the campsite enjoying the breathtaking scenery and seeing the endemic Gelada Baboon on the way. (1-2 hrs trekking). Overnight camping at Sankaber campsite (B, L,D).
\nDay 3: Sankaber – Geech. (3,550m).
\nTrekking time: 5 – 6 hrs. After breakfast trek from Sankaber to Geech through different terrains. Passing troops of Gelada baboon we enjoy outstanding views of the Geech Abyss and surrounding mountains. Lunch near the breathtaking Jinbar falls, which plunge 50 mtrs into the gorge. Continue through afro-alpine vegetation and Giant Lobelia on towards the campsite at Geech, passing some Amharic village on the way. Overnight camping at Geech (3500m) (B, L, D).
\nDay 4: Geech – Imetgogo. (3,923m) \u2013 Chenek. (3,600m).
\nTrekking time: ~ 7hrs. Today we will see spectacular scenery – perhaps the best in the Simiens. After breakfast, we start trekking to Imet Gogo, with outstanding views. We will have lunch on one of the highest mountains called Inatiye- 4070 M above sea level. Finally we descend to Chenek through the afro \u2013alpine vegetarian. This area is the best place to look for the endemic Waliya Ibex. Overnight camping at Chenek (B, L, D).
\nDay 5: Chenek – Ambiko.
\nTrekking time: ~ 6 to 7 hrs. Early start to trek from Chenek to Ambiko, crossing the Bwahat Pass
\n(4200m). First sighting of Ras Dashen \u2013 Ethiopia\u2019s highest point. Continue to Chiro
\nLeba appreciating the view points en route after lunch at Chiro-Leba, continue on to Ambiko to overnight. Overnight camping at Ambiko (B, L, D).
\nDay 6: Ambiko \u2013 Ras Dashen (4,535m) – Ambiko.
\nTrekking time: 7 to 9 hrs. Dawn start to ascend Ras Dashen. This challenging day of the trek taking around 5 hours to reach the summit. From the campsite, you will head up the valley to the small village of Mizma (3500m), from where you will climb steeply upwards, eventually reaching an impressive amphitheatre made up of three major buttresses of expanded rock, one of which is your goal, Ras Dashen. An easy scramble brings you to the summit Ras Dashen, the fourth highest peak in Africa (4535m). After taking in the impressive views descend to Ambiko. Overnight camping at Ambiko (B, L, D).
\nDay 7: Ambiko – Chenek.
\nTrekking time: 7 – 8 hrs. Trek back to Chenek enjoying the dramatic views, and looking for birds such as the Crowned Scraper Thrush, Siskins, Falcons and Kestrel. There is also a chance to see the rare Abyssinian wolf. Overnight Chenek campsite (B, L, D).
\nDay 8: Chenek- Gondar.
\nDriving time: 5 hours. In the morning we drive back to Gondar enjoying the picturesque scenery, passing some Falasha villages en route. Arriving in Gondar, we visit the Royal Compound with many majestic castles, known as \u2018Africa\u2019s Camelot\u2019, We visit the \u2018Bath of Emperor Fasilades\u2019, and Debre Birhan Sillassie church (\u2018Trinity at the mount of light\u2019) which is the finest of the Gonderine churches. Overnight: Goha Hotel or similar (B,L,D).
\nDay 9: Gondar – Addis.
\nTransfer to the airport for our flight to Addis, and go on a city tour including its museums, monuments, churches and markets. We drive up to Mount Entoto for a panoramic view of the city. In the evening, you will visit one of the best traditional restaurants of Addis to taste genuine Ethiopian cuisine and see some traditional dancing. Departure.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n

Tour Code:<\/strong> DLE 024
\nTitle:<\/strong> Trekking in the magnificent Semien Mountain national park.
\nDuration:<\/strong> 16 Nights\/ 17 Days
\nTransportation:<\/strong> Flight and Drive
\nHighlights:<\/strong> Addis Ababa, Bahir dar, Lake Tana Monasteries, Blue Nile falls, Gonder, Semien Mountains National Park.<\/p>\n

Day 1: Arrive at Bole International Airport (Addis Ababa) and transfer to the Hotel.
\nDay 2: Transfer to the airport for your flight to Bahir Dar. In the afternoon visit the island monasteries on lake Tana. Overnight Hotel.
\nDay 3: Early morning visit the majestic Blue Nile falls. After lunch city tour of Bahir Dar. Overnight Hotel.
\nDay 4: Transfer to the Airport for your flight to Gondar. Visit the 17th C. castles, the Bath of Fasilades, Qusquam monastery and the icon-rich church of Debre Berehan Silassie. Overnight Hotel.
\nDay 5: Drive to Debark, proceed to Sankaber. Overnight camping.
\nDay 6: Trek to Geech enjoying the invigorating sight en-route. Overnight camping at Geech.
\nDay 7: Trek to Emet gogo. Camp at Chenek.
\nDay 8: Trek to Buahit and proceed to Ambiqua for camping
\nDay 9: Trek to Ras Dashen and trek back to Ambiqua for camping
\nDay 10: Trek to Arkwazeye, enjoying the scenery en-route. Camp at Sona.
\nDay 11: Trek to Mearebia for overnight camping.
\nDay 12: trek to Ansiya River and proceed to Hawaza and Mulit for camping.
\nDay 13: Early morning, trek to Adi Arkay and then drive to Axum. Overnight Hotel.
\nDay 14: After breakfast, visit the St. Mary church, stelaes, tombs, Museum and palace. Overnight hotel.
\nDay 15: Transfer to the Airport for your flight to Lalibella. Visit the magnificent rock-hewn churches. Overnight Hotel.
\nDay 16: Transfer to the airport for your flight back to Addis. Overnight Hotel.
\nDay 17: Sightseeing tour of Addis and in the evening transfer out to the airport for your departure back to home.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n

Tour Code: DLE 025
\nTitle: Trekking in the magnificent Semien Mountain national park.
\nDuration: 18 Nights\/ 19 Days
\nTransportation: Flight and Drive
\nHighlights: Addis Ababa, Jimma,Mizan Teferi,Tulgit,Majji,Adikas,Kormu,Bebeka.<\/p>\n

Day 1: Arrive Addis Ababa and transfer to the hotel.
\nDay 2: Fly to Jimma. O\/N Hotel.
\nDay 3: Jimma to Mizan Teferi. Visit the people of Keficho, Yem and Bench. O\/N Hotel.
\nDay 4: Tulgit. O\/N Camping.
\nDay 5: Tulgit to Tum. O\/N Camping.
\nDay 6: Tum. Visit the Dizi, Tishena, Surma and Zilmamo ethnic groups. O\/N Camping.
\nDay 7: Trekking towards Majji. Visit different ethnic groups of the area. O\/N Camping.
\nDay 8: Trek from Majji to Adikas. Trek through the land of the Dizi people. O\/N Camping.
\nDay 9: Trek to arrive at Kormu. Visit the Chai ethnic group. O\/N Camping.
\nDay 10: Trek from kormu to kibish through the land of Surma. O\/N Camping.
\nDay 11: Surma. Visit the Surma people. O\/N Camping.
\nDay 12: Kormu. Trek back to Kormu. O\/N Camping.
\nDay 13: From Kormu trek to reach at Adikas. O\/N Camping.
\nDay 14: Trek from Adikas and arrive at Tum. O\/N Camping.
\nDay 15: Tum – Tulgit. O\/N Camping.
\nDay 16: Tulgit to Bebeka. O\/N Camping.
\nDay 17: Bebeka to Jimma. O\/N Hotel.
\nDay 18: Jimma – Addis. O\/N Hotel.
\nDay 19: Sightseeing tour of Addis and departure.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-760","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dlethiopiatravel.com\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/760","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dlethiopiatravel.com\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dlethiopiatravel.com\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dlethiopiatravel.com\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dlethiopiatravel.com\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=760"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/dlethiopiatravel.com\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/760\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":762,"href":"https:\/\/dlethiopiatravel.com\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/760\/revisions\/762"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dlethiopiatravel.com\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=760"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}