๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡น Gondar, Ethiopia

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Simien Mountains ยท Lalibela ยท Danakil Depression ยท Gondar
I'm based in Gondar. We go fully equipped. We build your trip around you.

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Ethiopia's most iconic destinations

From highland treks to desert volcanoes to ancient churches I cover all of Ethiopia's major destinations. Tell me where you want to go and we'll build the itinerary around you.

๐Ÿ”๏ธ Simien Mountains
My flagship trek
Simien Mountains
UNESCO World Heritage ยท 1โ€“10 days ยท Geladas, Walia ibex & Ethiopian wolf
See our trek options โ†“
Historic & Festival Tours
Historical
Historic & Festival Tours

Castles, ancient empires, and living pilgrimages. We'll cover Gondar, Lalibela, Axum the full northern historic circuit.

2โ€“5 days Ask me โ†’
Danakil Depression
Extreme
Danakil Depression & Erta Ale

The hottest place on Earth. Neon sulphur springs, salt flats, an active lava lake. Not for everyone but we'll get you there safely.

3โ€“4 days Ask me โ†’
Omo Valley
Cultural
Omo Valley & Cultural Tours

Ancient tribes, living traditions, some of the most remote communities on the continent. We go deep not just a quick stop.

4โ€“7 days Ask me โ†’
Wildlife & Birdwatch
Wildlife
Wildlife & Birdwatch Tours

800+ bird species. One of Africa's richest ecosystems. I've spent years learning every endemic bird, mammal, and plant up here.

2โ€“5 days Ask me โ†’
Tigray Churches
Historical
Tigray Churches Tour

Ancient churches hidden in cliff faces and caves some you can only reach by climbing. I'll take you to places most tourists never find.

3โ€“5 days Ask me โ†’
Bale Mountains
Hiking
Bale Mountains Hiking

Wolf country. Afroalpine wilderness, giant heather forests, the highest all-weather road in Africa. We can combine this with the Simiens.

4โ€“7 days Ask me โ†’

You show up. We take care of everything else.

No logistics headaches, no guesswork. My crew and I manage your entire expedition whether it's a mountain trek, a rock-church pilgrimage, or a volcano tour. You just need to arrive.

5+
Years guiding
7
Destinations covered
100%
Custom itineraries
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TripAdvisor rated

Everything you need on the mountain

When we go out together, you don't need to worry about a thing. Here's exactly what my crew and I bring to every expedition.

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Me your licensed mountain guide
Certified, experienced, and I'll be with you every step of the way
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Park scout
Required in Simien Mountains National Park we handle it, included
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Our cook & all meals
Fresh food prepared at camp every day you won't go hungry
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Tents & sleeping gear
We set everything up so it's ready when you arrive at camp
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Mules & porters
Your gear moves with us you just hike
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Transport from Gondar
We pick you up and drop you off Gondar or Debark, sorted

The longer we stay, the more we unlock

Every trek we do together is flexible and built around your schedule. These are starting points not fixed packages. We can combine with Lalibela, Gondar, Tigray or Danakil for a full northern circuit.

๐Ÿ”๏ธ Simien Mountains Trek
Quick taste
1โ€“3 days
Your first look
What we'll see
  • Escarpment views from Sankabar (3,250m)
  • Gelada baboon herds almost guaranteed on day one
  • Jinibar waterfalls hike
  • Full cook & crew with us
  • I'll pick you up from Gondar
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Full expedition
7โ€“10 days
The complete Simien
Everything above, plus we'll go
  • All the way to Ras Dashen Ethiopia's highest peak
  • Ambiko & the remote wilderness camps
  • Deep into Ethiopian wolf habitat
  • A fully tailor-made route just us, the mountains
  • The full Simien. Nothing left out.
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What we'll see on the mountain

The Simien Mountains are a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to some of Africa's rarest animals. I know exactly where to find them.

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Gelada baboons
Herds of hundreds. We almost always find them on day one.
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Walia ibex
Endangered mountain goats found only here. I know their spots.
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Ethiopian wolf
One of the world's rarest canids. On longer treks, we go to where they roam.
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Dramatic escarpments
1,500m drops, jagged peaks, views that stop you mid-sentence.
Ginbie - local Simien Mountains trekking guide
Ginbie Abebe
Licensed Simien Mountains Guide ยท Born & based in Debark

I was born and raised in Debark right at the gateway to the Simiens. I studied Geography at Gondar University, taught for three years, and I've spent the last 5 years taking trekkers through one of Africa's most dramatic landscapes. I know every trail, every endemic species, and every camp up here.

What people tell me afterward is that I kept them laughing, kept them learning, and kept them safe. When you trek with me, you're not booking a tour company. We're just two people and a great crew exploring a place I genuinely love.

When I'm not on the mountain, I'm a competitive runner I've won races across 12km and half-marathon distances in Gondar, Bahirdar, and Addis Ababa. I train right here in the Simiens. So yes, I can keep up.

๐ŸŽ“ Geography, Gondar University ๐Ÿ”๏ธ 5+ years mountain guiding ๐Ÿƒ Competitive half-marathon runner ๐ŸŒ Guided trekkers from all over the world ๐Ÿฆ Expert in birds, mammals & plants ๐Ÿฉบ First aid trained
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What trekkers are saying

Real reviews from real travelers. From TripAdvisor and Google.

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"Ginbie made our Simien Mountains trek completely stress-free. Everything was set up before we arrived at camp. The food was incredible, the scenery was jaw-dropping."

Sarah M.
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง United Kingdom
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"We saw hundreds of Gelada baboons on day one. Ginbie knew exactly where to find them. Best wildlife experience of my life and I've been to the Serengeti."

Marcus T.
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Germany
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"I was nervous about a 6-day camping trek but everything was handled. Ginbie adapted the route when I was tired and pushed me when I could handle more. Perfect guide."

Aiko R.
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Japan

Ready to explore Ethiopia together?

Tell me your dates, where you want to go, and how many people are coming. I'll put together an itinerary that fits you perfectly no generic packages.

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