A short Simien trek from Gondar: follow the escarpment from Sankaber to Gich, cross Imet Gogo and Inatye to Chenek, then climb to Bwahit Pass before the return to Gondar.
The trek is framed by road travel: Day 1 starts with the drive from Gondar to Sankaber, and Day 3 ends with the return to Gondar. Days 1 and 2 are sustained walking days with changes of height and exposed viewpoints; the climb to Bwahit Pass on Day 3 is the main ascent.
The Ras Bwahit summit is optional and depends on the walker and conditions on the day. Before arranging the trek, ask the operator to confirm daily walking times, where you sleep on the first two nights, whether the summit can be offered for your dates, and the guiding and park arrangements.
A proposed sequence for discussion. Daily access, services and travel arrangements need confirmation.
Day 1
The opening stage combines the Gondar approach with walking beyond Sankaber to Gich. Grassland and heather country frame the escarpment, with a viewpoint towards Jinbar Falls along the route.
Gondar → Sankaber → Jinbar Falls → Gich
Day 2
Continue across the plateau via Imet Gogo and Inatye before descending towards Chenek. This is a sustained mountain walking day, with changes of height and exposed viewpoints to discuss before choosing the route.
Gich → Imet Gogo → Inatye → Chenek
Day 3
The final outing rises from Chenek towards Bwahit Pass, with an optional summit extension suited to the walker and conditions. Return to Gondar after the mountain stage.
Chenek → Bwahit Pass → Gondar · Optional: Ras Bwahit
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Day 1 stops
Confirm current access, route feasibility and the services available for your dates before arranging this trip.
Ask for a written proposal confirming prices, currency, accommodation, meals, transport and departure availability.
Request a written breakdown covering guiding, permits, transport, meals, drinking water, equipment and costs you arrange separately. No services are confirmed here.
Overnight locations, accommodation standards, vehicles and onward connections require a confirmed proposal. The route outline does not guarantee facilities or return times.
Preferred dates, your group size and onward plans are a useful place to start.