4 Day Trekking Simien Mountains in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

4 Day Trekking Simien Mountains

Outty Ranking 66 5.0 · 3 traveler reviews96 hoursFrom $450
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Outty Ranking

66/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 3 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is 4 Day Trekking Simien Mountains worth booking?

4 Day Trekking Simien Mountains is a 96-hour experience in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from $450 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
66 / 100
Rating
5/5 (3)
Duration
96 hours
From
$450 per person

This sample trek (4 Days and 3 Nights) explores some of the most striking features of the Simien Mountains National Park, a UNESCO world heritage site that is home to one of the largest mountain ranges in Africa. The trek follows an extensive network of trails used by the local people to travel between the villages on the lower slopes or to reach the high pastures. The quality of these trails and diversity of flora and wildlife make this a rewarding experience for trekkers and natural history enthusiasts alike.

What you get

    About this experience

    This sample trek (4 Days and 3 Nights) explores some of the most striking features of the Simien Mountains National Park, a UNESCO world heritage site that is home to one of the largest mountain ranges in Africa. The trek follows an extensive network of trails used by the local people to travel between the villages on the lower slopes or to reach the high pastures. The quality of these trails and diversity of flora and wildlife make this a rewarding experience for trekkers and natural history enthusiasts alike.

    What's included

    Included

    • Government Taxes
    • All park entrance fees
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • scout/Ranger
    • bottled mineral water
    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • Breakfast
    • Accommodation
    • Mule(s) & Mule handler
    • Guide

    Not included

    • Gratuities
    • Drinks

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Addis Ababa

    1.in front of Medhanialem church,The opposite side of best western plus hotel,of Cameron Street, Cameroon Street, Bole, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia 2..We will write your name on paper and show you at passenger exit at. 3.We will pick you up at Gondar airport or where you will stay.

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    1.in front of Medhanialem church,The opposite side of best western plus hotel,of Cameron Street, Cameroon Street, Bole, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia 2..We will write your name on paper and show you at passenger exit at. 3.We will pick you up at Gondar airport or where you will stay.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Danakil Depression Tours

    Know before you go

    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • This tour/activity will have a minimum of 2 travelers
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Photo opportunities

    3 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    The guide

    2 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Organization

    1 mention

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Food and drink

    1 mention

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Good for families

    1 mention

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Physical effort

    1 mention

    Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

    Traveler reviews

    3 verified traveler reviews for 4 Day Trekking Simien Mountains. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    61arifh · May 2026

    Unforgettable Hiking Experience with Friends

    My friends and I had an unforgettable experience on the 4 Day Trekking Simien Mountains National Park Tour with Danakil Depression Tours. The trekking routes were absolutely breathtaking, with dramatic mountain cliffs, valleys, and panoramic views everywhere we looked. Every day brought a new adventure, and we loved spotting wildlife like the famous Gelada baboons along the trails. Camping and hiking together in such an incredible environment created memories we will never forget.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your fantastic experience with us. We’re thrilled to know your Ethiopia trip was smooth, well-organized, and truly memorable for your entire group. A special thank you for appreciating Tedy energy, knowledge, and dedication—she truly goes above and beyond to create exceptional experiences. We’re also glad Henna’s coordination and support made everything seamless. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we look forward to planning many more amazing journeys for you in the future. Warm regards, Team Danakil Depression Tours

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    JazzB968 · December 2023

    Out of this world trek in Simien mountains

    Ethiopia at its most epic - 4 days trekking in Simien Mountains! This surpassed our every expectation and was the highlight of our 2 week trip traveling around Ethiopia. 4 days of trekking and 3 nights staying in the National Park was a truly immersive way to experience some of Africa's most spectacular scenery. This was all organised excellently by Micky who arranged a trekking guide (Melis), dedicated cook (Fentay) & assistant (Sadu) and safety scout (Seyalam). The whole team went above and beyond to ensure myself and my wife felt very welcome, comfortable and experienced the best of Ethiopia's warm hospitality - we all felt like a family - 'amusignalhu' thank-you!

    Response from the operator: Dear Jazz, Thanks for leaving us such a wonderful review. We are thrilled that you loved your experience. We put customer experience and satisfaction as our priority, and your review reaffirms the hard work we put in every day. We look forward to seeing you again; We'll definitely let Mulate know about your word of appreciation about him. Thank you Yigzaw /Mickey Managing Director

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    gerdluka · September 2023

    Great agency to arrange Simien Mountains

    We did the 4 days trek in the simien mountains.Every trip starts with good plan, lucky us we got excellent recommendation for Mickey agency which helped us planning the best trip possible. We talked with him on whats app before our trip and got from him all the details needed.Everything was arranged perfectly starting the pickup from Gondar airport, all the service we got during the trek itself like good food, good and new equipment (tenth etc).It really felt like 5 star hotel in the mountains .As we decided to carry our "mochillas" on our back and not to be carried by animals, Mickey suggested us to leave unnecessary staff in his office.First day started early morning driving from Gondar to Debark where we registered at the simien national park office.Our excellent guide Solomon, the national park ranger and the cook assisant joined us there and we continue towards the starting point.After about 4 hours walk that included some rain :-) we arrived to the first camp Sankaber (~3200m), a hot tea/coffee, popcorn were waiting for us by our great team, it is needles to say that the camp was ready for us and our cook (which we called "the chef") was already working on our dinner which included a delicious soup as a starter, main course and also desert.. (did I say 5 star ..:-) ). The second day included 5-6 hours walk with a beautiful site seeing, same routine happened when we arrived to the second camp Geech (~3600m). The third day was the most difficult day, we started the morning with ~4 hours climbing to 3970m and after a short break we went down to 3500m and climbed back to ~4070m.After a lunch break we we walked down for about 2 hours to the third camp Chenek (~3620m).Forth day is actually about 4-5 hours climbing to the highest point in this trek ~4400m and back to the camp.Views are breathtaking and no camera can really show you what you see with your own eyes... I really recommend to go to the simiens and don't miss Danakil Depression Tours as your travel arranger. Thank you Mickey

    Response from the operator: Dear Gerd We are grateful that you took the time out to leave us a review.Very much delighted to know that you appreciate our services. We always take special care to provide the best to our guests Your feedback helps us to improve service for everyone. Thanks and Regards Yigzaw Mickey Managing Director

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    96 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Danakil Depression Tours, who run 7 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 66.3.

    See everything Danakil Depression Tours runs

    Why this scores 66

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)93
    Review evidence (18% weight)26
    Booking momentum (14% weight)16
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)76
    Local standing (8% weight)52
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    4 Day Trekking Simien Mountains: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Addis Ababa.

    How much does 4 Day Trekking Simien Mountains cost?

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    Prices start at $450 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Addis Ababa usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does 4 Day Trekking Simien Mountains take?

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    Plan for about 96 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Addis Ababa is not rushed.

    Is 4 Day Trekking Simien Mountains worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Addis Ababa, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule 4 Day Trekking Simien Mountains?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is 4 Day Trekking Simien Mountains suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 96-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book 4 Day Trekking Simien Mountains?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Addis Ababa can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Addis Ababa and add a light layer if any part of the 96-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does 4 Day Trekking Simien Mountains start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Addis Ababa within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Addis Ababa?

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    On Outty we rank every Addis Ababa experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Addis Ababa Authentic Private City Tour, Addis Ababa Guided City Tour With Airport & Hotel Pick Up, Full Day Tour of Addis Ababa with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Addis Ababa?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Addis Ababa?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in 4 Day Trekking Simien Mountains?

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    Included: Government Taxes; All park entrance fees; Lunch; Dinner; and scout/Ranger. Not included: Gratuities; and Drinks. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does 4 Day Trekking Simien Mountains include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 200 listed pickup locations in and around Addis Ababa. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is 4 Day Trekking Simien Mountains offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for 4 Day Trekking Simien Mountains?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is 4 Day Trekking Simien Mountains wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to 4 Day Trekking Simien Mountains if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Addis Ababa. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about 4 Day Trekking Simien Mountains?

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    Across 3 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include photo opportunities, the guide, organization. The views and photo stops come up again and again. One thing to know: Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

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