Debark
ደባርቅ
The gateway town to Simien Mountains National Park, where the park office handles tickets and arranges scouts and guides.
Debark lies about 100 km northeast of Gondar and is the necessary entry point to the Simien Mountains. The park headquarters is in town. Visitors must buy entry tickets here, which are charged per day, and hire mandatory armed scouts. Guides, cooks, mules, and equipment can also be arranged. The town has simple guesthouses, restaurants, and a market, and the weekly market is lively. From Gondar it takes about 2 to 3 hours by minibus or charter car. It is recommended to arrive the evening before so you can set out early the next morning. The security situation in Amhara Region is volatile, so check the latest security advisories from China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs before traveling.
Opening hours
Park office ~08:30–17:30
Nearby sights
- Simien Mountains National Park
- Limalimo Pass & Adi Arkay Escarpment Road
- Buyit Ras Viewpoint / Simien Lodge
- Sankaber Camp
- Jinbar Waterfall
- Ambaras Village
- Kedadit Viewpoint
- Saha Viewpoint