Festival in Gondar plus summit-oriented Simien trek
Journeys
Timkat & Ras Dashen festival to summit.
Suggested 8–10 Days · Timkat in Gondar → multi-day Simien trek toward Ras Dashen → Gondar · Challenging (Adventure Festival Journey)
Overview
Timkat & Ras Dashen
Combine Timkat in Gondar with a multi-day Simien trek toward Ras Dashen — festival atmosphere followed by a summit-oriented mountain programme. Demanding adventure festival journey for fit travellers who want both living culture and a high-altitude objective. Summit success is not guaranteed.
Highlights
Highlights
Ketera and Timkat ceremonies before mountain departure
Classic corridor into Ambiko and Ras Dashen attempt
Adventure festival positioning for experienced travellers
Itinerary
Itinerary
Sample 9-day outline
Day 1–3Gondar & Timkat
Arrival; Timkat eve (Ketera); Timkat day ceremonies; rest and trek briefing; overnight Gondar hotels.
Overnight Gondar hotels
Day 4Gondar to Sankaber
Via Debark; park entry; overnight Sankaber Camp.
Overnight Sankaber Camp
Day 5Sankaber to Geech
Jinbar Waterfall; overnight Geech Camp.
Overnight Geech Camp
Day 6Geech to Chenek via Imet Gogo
Overnight Chenek Camp.
Overnight Chenek Camp
Day 7Chenek to Ambiko
Bwahit Pass; Meseha Valley; overnight Ambiko Camp.
Overnight Ambiko Camp
Day 8Ras Dashen summit
Pre-sunrise attempt; return to Ambiko; overnight Ambiko or begin descent as arranged.
Overnight Ambiko or descent as arranged
Day 9–10Return to Gondar
Descent toward Chenek corridor and transfer via Debark to Gondar (timing depends on 8-, 9- or 10-day booking).
Return timing depends on the 8-, 9- or 10-day booking.
Included
Included
- Gondar hotel nights during festival days; camping throughout the mountain section
- Private transportation; professional trekking and cultural guide support
- Festival accompaniment in Gondar; park fees, permits, scout/ranger
- Full camping crew, cook, mule support on trek days
- Meals according to itinerary; Ras Dashen summit attempt
- Pre-trip briefing and packing guidance
Excluded
Excluded
- Flights; visa; travel insurance; high-altitude medical/evacuation cover
- Personal sleeping bag and trekking kit unless stated; alcohol; tips; personal expenses
- Optional activities; any service not listed in the quotation
Destinations