Overnight camping in the mountains
Journeys
Simien Introduction one mountain night.
2 Days / 1 Night · Gondar → Debark → Simien → Sankaber / surrounding trekking area → Gondar · Moderate
Overview
Simien Introduction (2 Days / 1 Night)
An overnight mountain introduction: park entry via Debark, escarpment walking around Sankaber and the surrounding trekking area, time in Gelada habitat, highland scenery, sunset, camp life and morning atmosphere before returning to Gondar. Ideal for travellers who want more than a day trip without committing to a multi-day classic corridor.
Highlights
Highlights
Escarpment walking and highland scenery
Gelada habitat time (sightings not guaranteed)
Sunset and morning camp atmosphere
First night under the Simien sky
Itinerary
Itinerary
Day 01Gondar to Sankaber
Morning departure from Gondar (~2,200 m) via Debark for park arrangements. Enter Simien Mountains National Park and begin walking on the western approach toward Sankaber (~3,200–3,250 m). Escarpment views, possible Gelada encounters, and an afternoon walk near camp. Sunset at or near camp when weather allows. Overnight Sankaber Camp (or nearby designated camping area). Meals: lunch and dinner.
Overnight Sankaber Camp (or nearby designated camping area)
Day 02Highlands and return to Gondar
Early morning light and wildlife time around Sankaber. Short guided walk before packing camp. Meet the vehicle and return via Debark to Gondar by afternoon or early evening. Meals: breakfast and lunch.
Included
Included
- Private transportation Gondar–Simien–return; Gondar pickup/drop-off
- Professional English-speaking trekking guide; park scout/ranger
- Simien National Park entrance fee; required trekking/camping permits
- Camping accommodation; trekking tents; sleeping mattresses; camping and camp kitchen equipment; cook/camp support
- Mule support for agreed group equipment
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner; drinking water according to confirmed arrangement; tea and coffee during camping
- Trekking support; pre-trip briefing; packing guidance
Excluded
Excluded
- International and domestic flights; visa/eVisa; travel insurance
- Personal sleeping bag unless specifically included; personal trekking equipment
- Alcohol; personal snacks/extra drinks; laundry; SIM/data/roaming; tips; personal expenses
- Medical treatment/evacuation; optional activities
Destinations
Places on this journey
Personally planned in Gondar