Tall peaks, dark ravines and sheer cliffs – lose your breath in the Simiens
Welcome to the Simien Mountains, where millions of years of erosion have carved dramatic pinnacles, tiered mountainsides and dizzying ravines. You'll need a base from which to explore the plateau, so book yourself a room in the heart of it all, at Simian Mountain Lodge. It's located just six kilometres inside the western gate of Simien Mountains National Park, at 3,200 metres. There's vast network of trails – follow them on one- or multi-day treks to trace the phenomenal geography and meet fascinating wildlife that's found nowhere else in the world, from zany gelada baboons to the shy Ethiopian wolf.
Limalimo Lodge
Simien Mountains
12 Rooms
|
From
$220
per person/night
Bags of style and front-row access to Ethiopia's misty Simien Mountains.
Ethiopia is a country that has only recently emerged from the shadows to capture the attention of world travellers. And yet this mysterious land has many, many treasures to offer, from other-worldly landscapes and endemic wildlife to ancient cities and cultures. Take a magic-carpet ride, and come to Limalilo Lodge, one of Ethiopia's newest, most chic retreats. Enjoy easy access to the Simien Mountains, and wallow in the dramatic views. The jagged peaks and deep canyons offer great hiking, and the plateaus are home to an assortment of endemic animals. This lodge combines simple luxury with a healthy community-development programme.
