Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
( 0581-118965;
www.exploreabyssinia.com
)
This excellent company behind Circle
Hotel, which also owns Lodge du Chateau, leads walking and horse-riding trips to the vil-
lages around Gonder. It also has a book exchange.
Explore Simien Tours
Offline map
( 0581-119066; fasilm_675@yahoo.com; Quara Hotel)
A do-it-all agency with an ex-
cellent reputation.
TOURS
Simen Fox Trekking
(
TREKKING
0918-770887;
www.simenfoxtrekking.com
; Terara Hotel)
Trekking specialist.
Simon Tour
Offline map
( 0911-733479;
www.simonethiopiatour.com
)
While the other agencies listed here have
been around for a long time, this brand-new company lacks a track record. However, the
owner seems to have his act together.
TOURS
Trek in Ethiopia Tours
( 0911-904792;
www.trekinethiopia.com
)
Run by former Simien Mountains trekking
guide Alebachew Abebe. There is no office; call with questions or to arrange a meeting.
TREKKING
Festivals & Events
Gonder is famous for its
Timkat
celebration (see Fasiladas' Bath
Click here
)
and
Meskel
is also big here. For more information on these festivals,
Click here
.
Sleeping
Faranji
prices (often 100% or more above local prices) are the norm here, so always ask
for a discount.
Lodge du Chateau $$$
Offline map
HOTEL
