Trekking holiday in the Simien Mountains, Ethiopia

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During this trip we camp for seven nights in the Simien Mountains, discovering and isolated this stunning region on foot. While we immerse ourselves in the nature it's also an energy efficient, wildlife-friendly and generally less wasteful way to experience Ethiopia's wild areas. We pitch tents in designated camping areas within the National park that are manged by local rangers who stay in huts at the camp grounds.

We recommend that all customers to take a reusable and filter water bottle and water purification tablets with them which helps to reduce the number of plastic bottles provided and used locally. Within the national parks there are fresh water sources which are used to refill bottles and at each campsite jerry cans of clean water are provided for customers to re-fill. For environmental reasons, we also do not encourage the boiling of water due to fuel and power shortages in Ethiopia.

As a travel company we are continually looking for ways to improve and are proud to be ‘Responsible in everything we do’. Education is key, and so all staff, Tour Leaders and partnering suppliers are trained in responsible and sustainable tourism. At our Head Office, we continually strive towards a sustainable and planet-friendly working environment, including having solar panels installed and a company commitment to reducing our plastic usage.