Day 1: Addis Ababa Arrival and City Tour
- Meet at the airport and transfer to the hotel in Addis Ababa
- Learn about the city's founding in 1886 by Menelik II
- Enjoy Addis Ababa's pleasant climate and average temperature of 25°C
- Visit the National Museum, home to historic treasures and the famous fossil 'Lucy'
- Explore the Ethnographic Museum and the Holy Trinity Church, the main cathedral of Ethiopia
Day 2: Fly to Gondar (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Fly to Gondar, the former capital of Ethiopia
- Discover Gondar's impressive Royal Enclosure with well-preserved 17th-century castles
- Visit King Fasilidas' castle and the Pavilion of Delight bathhouse
- Explore the Debre Birhan Selassie church with its stunning angelic ceiling and mural
Day 3: Drive to Simien Mountains (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Drive from Gondar to Debark to begin a 10-day trek in the Simien Mountains National Park
- Enjoy a picnic lunch on the escarpment with breathtaking views
- Trek to the Sankaber Campsite, admiring the beauty of the mountains and wildlife
- Stay overnight at Sankaber Camp
Day 4: Trek to Geech
- Pack up and meet muleteers before trekking to Geech
- Cross the Jinnbar River, witness the Geech Abyss, and encounter Gelada Baboons
- Camp overnight at Geech Campsite (3600m)
Day 5: Trek to Imetgogo
- Walk to Imetgogo (3926m) and enjoy outstanding views of the gorge and mountain range
- Visit the Seha viewpoint and continue to the Quedadit viewpoint
- Spot wildlife such as Gelada Baboons, Klipspringers, and grey duikers
- Return to the Geech campsite and rest for the afternoon
Day 6: Trek to Chennek
- Continue trekking along the escarpment to Chennek
- Marvel at the Enatye escarpments' breathtaking views (4000m)
- Camp at Chennek, known for endemic Waliya Ibex and Gelada Baboons
- Observe cliff-nesting birds of prey, including the Lammergeyer
Day 7: Trek to Ambiquo
- Trek to Ambiquo and climb Buhit Mountain, the second highest peak in the Semien range
- Enjoy excellent views over the area and experience a challenging day of trekking
- Descend towards Chero Laba, cross the Mesheha River, and rest at Ambiquo Campsite
Day 8: Summit of Ras Dashen
- Start early in the morning to trek to the summit of Ras Dashen, the fourth highest peak in Africa
- Take in impressive views before descending to the Ambiko campsite
- Camp overnight at Ambiko (10496ft/3200m)
Day 9: Trek to Sona
- Trek from Ambiquo to Sona through magnificent landscapes
- Interact with locals and learn about their lifestyles
- Camp overnight in Sona (3600m)
Day 10: Descend to Mekarebya
- Descend into the Ansiya valley, enjoying bird sightings and views of the Simien Mountains
- Camp near the village of Mekarebya and reflect on the trek
- Look back at the journey taken over the past five days
Day 11: Trek to Mulit Camp
- Interact with locals and learn about their lifestyles
- Ascend to the final campsite at Mulit with fantastic views all around
Day 12: Return to Gondar
- Trek to Adi Arkay and then drive with a private vehicle to Gondar via Debark
- Check-in at the hotel in Gondar and relax
Day 13: Fly back to Addis Ababa and Departure
- Fly back to Addis Ababa and enjoy free time for shopping and exploring the city
- Farewell dinner at an Ethiopian restaurant with traditional dinner and live stage dances
- Transfer to the airport for departure to your next destination
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