Ethiopia · HIKING & TREKKING
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Out of everything covered on this site, these 15 hiking & trekking trips are the ones to book. Every entry carries its price, its running time and the detail that decides it.
Three days of trekking in Bale Mountains National Park from Addis Ababa, aiming for Ethiopian wolves, mountain wildlife, and big scenery.
“The Bale Mountains National Park is nothing but breathtaking – so it’s even worth a trip if you have the worst guide ever. Don’t read reviews – just go there!”
4-day Simien Mountains trek from Gondar into Ethiopia’s World Heritage highlands, with guides, scout, 4WD, camp gear, food, and wildlife.
“I have traveled the world with my family to hike and explore the greatest eco-tourist destinations in the world, and I can say with 100% certainty that the North Ethiopian Tour Operator Company is by far best in class. First off, Adem is a great Read more”
6 days trekking Ethiopia’s Bale Mountains with wildlife chances, high-altitude camps, and Harenna Forest birdlife and waterfalls.
“Ethiopia’s landscapes are stunning in the Bale Mountains. Trails are fully located in the wild and nature. A guide was helpful, and facilities were placed in natural setting —worth for nature lovers. We had amazing time even facing high altitude.”
5-day Northern Ethiopia trip from Axum to the Simien Mountains trek, with guided Axum sites, park fees, and included meals.
“We did the 4 days hiking in simien mountain, Arre has a good team, we had a wonderful time during the hike, only the weather was a bit cold, and the sleeping bag was not warm enough, otherwise was perfect.”
A 3-day Simien Mountains trek from Sankaber to Geech, with a 360-degree summit view, included park tickets, and solid guiding in English or German.
“We booked a trek with Simien Mountains Trekking and Tours / Dezy for 6 days in the Simien mountains and we can highly recommend it! It was all well organized. The pick-up was punctual, the guide Fenta was nice and knew a lot to tell about tRead more”
Four days trekking in Ethiopia’s Simien Mountains, from Debark to Buwahit, with escarpment cliffs, gelada, and possible Walia ibex sightings.
“Solomon and the ETT team were amazing, reliable, punctual and professional. Truly recommend ETT as a great partner in Ethiopia:)”
3-day eco trek from Lalibela to Abune Yosef, with village life, gelada sightings, and UNESCO rock-hewn churches including St. George.
“During our research project, me and other 8 friends found Eco Access Trekking company and decided to join!”
4-day Lalibela Wollo highland trek with community guest houses, birdlife, and Gelada baboons, guided by Maereg for $500.
“I finally give my feedback about my experience! I went in Ethiopia between October and November 2019 with I friend and we have choosen Maereg as our guide for a 4 days trek.”
Two-day Simien trek from Gondar: permits, scouts, mules, meals, gelada baboons, and Gich Abyss views, with AC transport.
“All the personnel supporting this trip were outstanding in their friendliness, knowledge and attentiveness.”
3-day Simien Mountains trek from Gondar with permits, camps near 3600m, Gelada and Lammergeier chances, and giant lobelia views.
“I highly recommend the agency and the owner. Solomon is very helpful and organizes all trips really well. everything was top-notch. Now I know that every trip to Ethiopia will only be with this agency. I spent a few days on several trips, I recommend them all. see you next year Ethio Target Tours. Damian”
A private day hike around Lalibela with wildlife spotting, big panoramic viewpoints, and a complimentary lunch at Hudad Lodge.
“I had an exceptional day with my very cordial and knowledgable guide Maereg. He is well informed and knows a lot about the flora, fauna, history, culture of Lalibela and Ethiopia in general. I had an extraordinary time, learned a lot and hat a little insight into the lives of the people around Lalibela. Therefore, I can highly recommend a tour with this superb guide.”
Full-day Mogle Mountain hike from Addis Ababa for birding, 360 views, a waterfall stop, and village coffee and tella tastings.
Private 10-day Northern Ethiopia tour with Mercato, Lake Tana monasteries, Simien trekking, and Lalibela rock churches, plus included meals.
“The tour was so well organized and the guides were all great. Hiking in Gondar and the churches in Lalibela were highlights.”
Small-group trek from Gondar into the Simien Mountains to Chilkuwanit viewpoints, spotting gelada baboons, with lunch, scout, and transfers.
“What a WONDERFUL experience it was! Booking on Viator was a breeze and after that I believe my tour was organized by Ethio Travel and Tour (ETT) via the agent Malese, but executed by Simien Eco Tours, who provided the AWD vehicle (ToyotRead more”
Serious 7-day Simien trek from Gondar with park admissions, full meals, daily hikes to 4200m, big views, and possible rare wildlife.
“Me and my friends love to trek. We has been trekking since young age and we trekked more than 17 mountains all around the world. This one was special because we enjoyed all the arrangements by the tour company and also the place is wonderful. Trekkers if you want to experience high quality service in Ethiopia choose this company”
