Oldonyo Lenyai & Lake Natron

3 Days Oldonyo Lenyai Mountain Climbing & Lake Natron Flamingos

$850-1350 USD

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Safari summary

Located in Tanzania's Eastern Rift Valley, Mount Oldoinyo Lengai, meaning "Mountain of God" in the Maasai language, is a striking geological wonder. This active volcano stands as the only one in the world that erupts natrocarbonatite lava, making it an invaluable site for geologists. Rising 2,000 meters above the Rift Valley floor, its summit reaches a height of about 2,886 meters, offering a dramatic landscape.
Part of the Great Rift Valley's volcanic system, Mount Oldoinyo Lengai is situated in northern Tanzania, south of Lake Natron and near the Kenyan border. It is unique not only for its active status in this region, but also for its volcanic activity, which distinguishes it from other extinct volcanoes in the area. A true marvel of nature, it produces rare volcanic carbonate, a feature not seen in other active volcanoes around the world.
Visiting Mount Oldoinyo Lengai offers an opportunity to explore a sacred Maasai landmark and witness one of Earth's rarest geological phenomena.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Hiking \| trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Ngorongoro Crater

Fine details

Safari highlights

Cultural visits—orphanages, markets, schools
Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
All drinks
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
International flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Spa treatments
Visas

Itinerary

Arusha to Lake Natron

On the first day, you'll leave Arusha early in the morning and head to Camp at Lake Natron. The journey will take about seven hours. When you arrive, you can freshen up and then visit Ngare Sero Waterfalls, which flow down from the Nguruman Escarpment west of Lake Natron. After exploring the waterfalls, you'll return to the camp for dinner and spend the night.

Africa Safari Lake Natron Lodge

Lake Natron

After breakfast, you'll go to Lake Natron, a special lake that's a major nesting place for most of the world's Lesser Flamingoes. After checking out Lake Natron, you'll return to the camp to rest up before your midnight mountain trek.

Africa Safari Lake Natron Lodge

Ol Doinyo Lengai Trekking - Arusha

Your climb starts at midnight and will take about five to six hours to reach the summit, where you'll witness a spectacular sunrise over the Great Rift Valley. You'll be guided by an experienced Maasai guide during the climb. After exploring the peak, you'll descend the mountain to the base, where your driver will be waiting to take you back to the camp for rest and freshening up. Then, you'll be transferred back to Arusha, passing through Ngare Sero Maasai village.

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