Simien Mountains National Park

Simien Mountains National Park is a protected area in Ethiopia featuring high plateaus, deep gorges, and peaks ranging from 1,870 to 4,500 meters in elevation. The terrain combines open mountain landscape with sheer cliff faces and displays dramatic shifts in height across a relatively compact space.

The area was established as a protected park in 1969 and designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978. This recognition highlighted the ecological importance of the region as a refuge for rare mountain species.

The Amhara people live and farm near the park's edges, where their daily routines and herding practices remain tied to mountain life. Their relationship with the land reflects how human communities and conservation efforts coexist in this region.

October through March offers the best conditions for hiking and observing wildlife due to drier weather. Local guides are available to lead visitors along established trails through the terrain.

The area is home to animal species found nowhere else in the world, including the Ethiopian wolf and the gelada baboon. These rare mountain dwellers are why the region holds such significance for conservationists globally.

Location: Semien Gondar Zone

Inception: 1969

Creator: C. W. Nicol

Website: http://simienmountains.org

GPS coordinates: 13.18333,38.06667

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:01