Simien Mountains National Park is the largest park in Ethiopia and occupies a total area of 220km2. The park is located in the Northern Gondar Zone of the Amhara Region and its territory covers the Semien Mountains including Ras Dashan, which is the highest point in Ethiopia. This park was recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in the year 1918. The Simien region has been inhabited and cultivated for at least 2,000 years. The park was established in back in 1969. Due to the massive erosion of the Ethiopian plateau, serrated mountain peaks, deep valleys, and 1,500 meters of sheer cliffs have been created, making the location one of the most spectacular sceneries in the world. Simien area is rich in perforated basalt, and serves as an ideal catchment basin. Water reserved by the Mayshasha River runs through the national park from north to south and as a result, national parks have plenty of wildlife and plants. The spectacular views from the observation points at Gidir Got and lmet Gogo in the center of the Park offer unparalleled panoramas along the high plateau and down to the lowland areas.

The best time would be from October all the way to Late-March. This period accounts for the best weather, picturesque landscapes and frequent wildlife sightings.