ETHIOPIA
Ethiopia's standouts.
The 10 most popular hiking & trekking in Ethiopia. What each one actually involves, who guides it, and what it costs.
A $81 day trip from Addis Ababa to Debre Libanos monastery, the 16th-century Portuguese Bridge, and a chance to spot Gelada monkeys.
“Great day tour from Addis! Abe was a great tour guide—extremely knowledgeable about early human history and Ethiopian religious history. We learned so much!”
Three days of trekking in Ethiopia’s Bale Mountains with high-altitude scenery, big wildlife odds, and friendly guides.
“Excellent hiking in a stunning environment. The days were perfectly organised, food was delicious and varied and our guide very knowledgeable. The hike wasn’t too demanding but the altitude can get you and you should have warm clotheRead more”
Three days trekking in Ethiopia’s Bale Mountains—wildlife chances, high-altitude scenery, hotel nights with breakfast, and pickup from Addis Ababa.
“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 to camp in Ethiopia’s highlands, with an English-speaking crew, tents, and chances to see geladas.
“The hike was great, but wouldn’t recommend it for the dry season. I can imagine it’s amazing after the rains. The crew was very helpful, the chef put in lots of effort and all my needs were taken care of. I would suggest that the guide do a saRead more”
A 6-day Bale Mountains trek from Dinsho to Harenna Forest, with wildlife-focused days, full board camping, and helpful local guides.
“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.”
Axum’s ancient churches and royal sites plus a 3-day Simien Mountains trek to Imet Gogo and Geech Abyss views.
“Review of Salomon from ARRE Tours and Travel – Ethiopia”
Three-day Simien Mountains trek with English and German guides, park ticket access, camps at Sankaber and Geech, and included lunches.
“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 Ethiopia’s Simien Mountains from Gondar, with escarpment cliffs, giant lobelia, waterfalls, and chances to spot Walia ibex.
“Solomon and the ETT team were amazing, reliable, punctual and professional. Truly recommend ETT as a great partner in Ethiopia:)”
3 days in Lalibela with an eco-friendly trek to Abune Yosef, UNESCO churches, village nights, gelada baboons, and mountain coffee culture.
“The 3 days trek with guide Sammy was great – beautiful views, very friendly people and many opportunities to watch herds of gelada baboons and other animals.”
A 3-day Simien Mountains trek from Gondar with permits, scouting, meals, gelada baboons, giant lobelia, and Imet Gogo views.
“Ethiopia beautiful country! Ethio Target Tours have good stuff. Andualem and Tegegn they are so kind. This trip is for me beginning in Africa.”
