Ras Dashen Summit Trek

About this tour

Summit Ras Dashen (4,550m), the highest mountain in Ethiopia, via the classic Simien trekking route.

1. 1

   Gondar → Debark → Sankaber

   Day 1

   Drive to park HQ, permits, then short walk to Sankaber camp.

   DinnerSankaber Camp
2. 2

   Sankaber → Geech

   Day 2

   Classic trek day. Gelada baboons, lobelia forest.

   Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerGeech Camp
3. 3

   Geech → Chenek

   Day 3

   Trek with dramatic views. Walia ibex territory.

   Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerChenek Camp
4. 4

   Chenek → Ambiko

   Day 4

   Approach day toward Ras Dashen base camp.

   Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAmbiko Camp
5. 5

   Summit Day

   Day 5

   Early ascent of Ras Dashen (4,550m). Return to Ambiko.

   Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAmbiko Camp
6. 6

   Ambiko → Chenek

   Day 6

   Trek back down. Relaxed pace.

   Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerChenek Camp
7. 7

   Chenek → Gondar

   Day 7

   Trek out. Drive to Gondar. Rest at hotel.

   Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerGondar Hotel
8. 8

   Gondar → Addis

   Day 8

   Flight to Addis. Trip ends.

   Breakfast