THE SIMIEN MOUNTAINS TREK

Sue Kannenberg travelled on this trip and you can read her article to get a personal viewpoint of the holiday.

It is a stunning area but you should be prepared for some long days walking at altitude. The longest day we did was about 10/11 hours but the average is about 7/8. The scenery is amazing, going from low grasslands up on to the escarpment, following valleys lined with tiny villages but without any roads. It can be demanding but well worth it!

Brendan Phelan - Customer Operations

You should be aware that, especially in the more remote areas and outside any cities, that the roads can be pretty rough and ready at times. Some drives can be long and dusty and you should be prepared for this. Saying that, there is always something to watch from the van, so you'll never bored!

Brendan Phelan - Customer Operations

You can find a comprehensive article covering this matter here: http://www.himalayanrescue.org/hra/article.php?sno=9

Alex Doaga - Exodus leader

Unfortunately we are not qualified to answer all your questions in regards to travel health, so we strongly recommend you contact your GP or a Travel Health Clinic at least 8 weeks prior to departure for up-to-date information. There will be limited information in the trip notes but you should always seek further qualified medical advice.

Nomad Travel Clinics are experts in preparing people for travel, providing advice on vaccinations, anti-malarial and staying healthy whilst overseas. We have arranged a special 10% discount for Exodus passengers on any vaccinations that you may require! Take along your Nomad discount card, sent with your confirmation pack, or call Exodus for your special discount code.
Visit www.nomadtravel.co.uk/exodus for further information.

For additional information please visit: www.fitfortravel.scot.nhs.uk

Charlotte Taylor - Customer Operations

Yes, it is very easy for British passport holders. It costs $20 and you just join the correct queue when you arrive into Addis airport. When I normally come through, the line for those who have gotten the visa in advance is normally longer and slower than those getting it on arrival!

Brendan Phelan - Customer Operations

The local currency is the birr, which is closed currency meaning you cannot get it outside of the country. ATMs are limited and can be very unreliable when it comes to UK or foreign bank cards. In this case, you should take your money in cash, and change when you arrive. Sterling can be changed at the airport, but dollars would be best outside the capital, so maybe a mix of both.

Aurelija Selvestraviciute - Customer Operations

Please visit the Exodus Travel Guide to Ethiopia where you can find out what plugs they use, as well as more detailed Country information in the menu on the left of the page.

You can view the Grading System for our Walking & Trekking programme online.

All the staff at Exodus share a passion for adventure travel, and are always happy to answer any questions you may have. You can find an expert for the area you are interested in here and can contact them to get further information. If you don't see your specific country listed, please email customerops@exodus.co.uk and they will get the answers you need!