Package:Ras Dashen Summit Expedition
Duration:06 Days / 05 Nights
Climb to the roof of Africa. This dedicated mountain climbing package takes you through the UNESCO World Heritage Simien Mountains National Park, showcasing deep gorges, jagged peaks, and unique wildlife like Gelada Baboons and the Walia Ibex, culminating in the summit of Ras Dashen (4,543m).
Itinerary
| Day | Day Activities | Remark |
|---|---|---|
| Day 01 | Gondar - Debark - Sankaber Drive from Gondar to Debark, register at the Simien Mountains National Park office, and continue to Sankaber. Start a short acclimatization trek along the ridge overlooking the dramatic valley, spotting Gelada Baboons. | Overnight camping at Sankaber |
| Day 02 | Sankaber - Geech Trek through the valley and cross the Jinbar River, ascending toward Geech camp. Along the way, witness the spectacular Jinbar Waterfall dropping deep into the abyss. | Overnight camping at Geech |
| Day 03 | Geech - Imet Gogo - Chennek An early start to trek to Imet Gogo, offering the most spectacular 360-degree views of the Simien range. Continue trekking via Jinbahir to Chennek camp, keeping an eye out for the endemic Walia Ibex. | Overnight camping at Chennek |
| Day 04 | Chennek - Ambiko Cross the Bwahit Pass (4,200m), descending into the Mesheha Valley, then climb back up to the village of Ambiko, the base camp for the Ras Dashen summit attempt. | Overnight camping at Ambiko |
| Day 05 | Ambiko - Ras Dashen Summit (4,543m) - Ambiko Start pre-dawn to climb to the summit of Ras Dashen, the highest peak in Ethiopia (4,543m). Enjoy panoramic views of the entire Simien range before descending back to Ambiko camp. | Overnight camping at Ambiko |
| Day 06 | Ambiko - Debark - Gondar Trek back to the main road near Debark, meet the vehicle, and transfer back to Gondar for a well-deserved shower and celebration dinner. | Overnight at hotel in Gondar |
Climbing Tour Price & Booking
Pricing depends on the number of climbers, logistics mules, and camping preferences. Please call us directly or click below to arrange your private summit climb.