Simien National Park
Presentation
The Simien Mountains, located in northern Ethiopia, are a natural treasure of spectacular beauty. This mountain range is characterized by its rugged peaks, dizzying cliffs and deep valleys, creating a breathtaking landscape that will take your breath away. The highest point, Ras Dashan, rises over 4,500 meters above sea level, offering breathtaking panoramas of the surrounding mountains.
Although Simien is in Africa and not too far from the equator, snow and ice appear on the highest peak and nighttime temperatures often fall below freezing.
Simien Mountains, hikers’ paradise
This site is also recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site due to its exceptional natural value.
The Simien Mountains offer hikers and nature lovers the opportunity to discover a unique mountain landscape, as well as live unforgettable experiences in the heart of wild and unspoilt nature.
Geladas and Ibex baboons
The Simien Mountains are also home to unique flora and fauna, including the gelada baboon, a species of monkey endemic to the region, as well as the Abyssinian wolf, a critically endangered species of wolf, and the Ibex.
Alpine meadows, juniper forests, rock formations and waterfalls add to the diversity and beauty of this mountainous landscape.
