Simien Mountains
November 10, 2013 — Ethiopia
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Our scout.
The Simien Mountains have been described by Homer (the Greek poet) as the playground where the Greek gods came to play chess. A very nice way to say that the mountains and landscapes in the park are extraordinary.
It is one of the most beautiful places in Ethiopia and even Africa for trekking in an unforgettable decor. The mountains shelter several endemic species of plants, birds and mammals. It is possible to see, among others, the ibex walia, the Ethiopian wolf and the gelada baboons.
We spent 6 days in the park; of which 5 to trek around. We went only with a scout to guide us on the many trails inside the park.
I invite you to enjoy these nice pictures and I hope that, one day, you will have the chance to wander in these mountains.
The landscape is spectacular.
Sankaber camp.
Geech camp.
There were still some nice wildflowers.
The gelada baboon is an endemic species of the region.
Young gelada baboons.
Gitane enjoying the panorama.
Village of Geech.
Young shepherds playing the flute.
Young shepherd.
Rocky outcrops near Mulit.
Inatye viewpoint.
Going down to Chenek camp.
At the summit of Mont Bwahit at 4435 m.
Some ibex walia.
