Simien Mountains National Parc

Abrupt gorges, endless sightseeing, rare animals and the roof of Ethiopia at 4650mt… 
Simien National park is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and a must-see destination not only for those people interested in nature and endemic species, but also for those travellers and trekkers wishing to enjoy some of the most magnificent landscapes in the horn of Africa. It is possible to visit the main spots of the park on a “drive and walk” basis, but you can also go trekking for several days reaching amazing peaks and fully enjoying the diversity of the region.

HISTORY70%
LANDSCAPE100%
WILDLIFE100%
PEOPLE AND CULTURE90%
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE DAY TRIP70%
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE TREKKING PROGRAM90%

ACCOMODATION STANDARD: High quality lodges are present in the park, but with scarce room availability. Medium and low range hotels are usually available. Very interesting camping experiences are the base of the trekking programs.

WEATHER: The rainy season in the north is from June to mid-September and during that time trekking programs are not advised, and day trip may be frustrating because of the fog. In the good season temperatures range between 2º in the night to a maximum of 20º in the daytime.

SIMIEN MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK-12The countryside surrounding the parc is cultivated till the boundary of the parc.
SIMIEN-MOUNTAINS-NATIONAL-PARC-TREKWalk across "Eryca arborea" endemic wood. Excursions in the "drive and walk program" are affordable to anyone.
SIMIEN MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK-6Simien National parc is a great balcony over the lowlands landscape...
SIMIEN MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK-7... offering neverending views. Hold your breath!
GELADA BABBON ERICA ARBOREA SIMIEN MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK-9Endemic wildlife and flora together with breathtaking landscapes: this is Simien National Parc.
GELADA BABOON SIMIEN MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK-10Gelada baboon have a complex social life inside the herd, and their sophisticated communication is specially developed and still on the process of being studied.
SIMIEN MOUNTAINS ibex walyaWalya Ibex is one of the iconic endemic fauna of the parc, but it's not always easy to spot.
SIMIEN MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARCWalk at high altitude. The excursions that include a camping program rely on mule transportation for luggage and camping material.
SIMIEN NATIONAL PARC GIANT LOBELIA ENDEMIC FLORAGiant Lobelia is the most spectacular endemic flora of the parc, and it is found only above 3400 meters.
SIMIEN PARC COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES-3Elaboration of the local beer. Around the parc there are several villages where it is possible to enjoy a genuine community experience.
SIMIEN MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK-CHENEKLight and shadows create a special atmosphere around Chenek, at the hearth of the parc.

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