8-Day Ngorongoro Highlands & Ol Doinyo Lengai1
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Duration
8 days
Tour Type
Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day adventure through the Ngorongoro Highlands and Ol Doinyo Lengai, exploring some of Tanzania’s most breathtaking and diverse landscapes. This safari takes you through Ngorongoro Crater, Empakaai Crater, Olmoti Crater, Ol Doinyo Lengai (the Mountain of God), and Lake Natron, offering a perfect mix of wildlife encounters, scenic hiking trails, cultural immersion, and an exhilarating volcano trek.
Your journey begins in Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you’ll explore the Ngorongoro Crater, home to the Big Five and abundant wildlife. From there, you’ll embark on guided hikes through the lesser-explored Olmoti and Empakaai Craters, marveling at their lush forests, waterfalls, and flamingo-filled lakes.
Venturing further into the Great Rift Valley, you’ll reach the dramatic landscapes of Lake Natron, an alkaline lake famous for its thousands of flamingos and surreal scenery. Here, you’ll experience a sunset trek to Engare Sero Waterfalls, where you can swim in crystal-clear natural pools.
The highlight of this adventure is a midnight trek to the summit of Ol Doinyo Lengai, the world’s only active carbonatite volcano. Reaching the peak at sunrise, you’ll witness one of the most breathtaking views in Africa, with the Rift Valley stretching endlessly before you.
This exclusive safari is designed for adventure seekers who want to go beyond the traditional game drives and immerse themselves in Tanzania’s hidden gems, encountering wildlife, nature, and Maasai culture in a way that few travelers ever experience.
Included/Exclude
- 4x4 safari vehicle with a professional guide
- Accommodation on a full-board basis
- All park fees and crater entry fees
- Guided hikes at Olmoti, Empakaai, and Ol Doinyo Lengai
- Maasai cultural visits
- Drinking water throughout the trip
- Additional Services
- Travel Insurance
- Food & Drinks
- International flights Tickets
- Personal expenses and tips
Tour Plan
- Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK).
- Meet and greet with your safari guide, followed by a transfer to your hotel.
- Optional city tour in Arusha (depending on arrival time).
- Dinner and overnight at a lodge in Arusha.
- Early morning departure from Arusha to Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
- Descend into Ngorongoro Crater, home to the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, leopard).
- Enjoy a picnic lunch by Lake Magadi, surrounded by hippos and flamingos.
- Afternoon game drive before heading to your lodge in the highlands.
- Dinner and overnight at a lodge/camp in Karatu or within Ngorongoro.
- After breakfast, drive to Olmoti Crater for a guided hike to the crater rim.
- Enjoy stunning views and visit the Munge Waterfall.
- Descend and transfer to a Maasai village, where you'll learn about their culture, traditions, and way of life.
- Drive towards Empakaai Crater, passing through the beautiful Ngorongoro Highlands.
- Dinner and overnight at a wilderness campsite/lodge near Empakaai.
- Morning hike down to Empakaai Crater, where you’ll see flamingos on the crater lake.
- Picnic lunch at the crater rim before driving towards Lake Natron.
- En route, enjoy stunning views of Ol Doinyo Lengai and the Great Rift Valley.
- Arrive at Lake Natron and relax at your lodge/camp.
- Dinner and overnight at a lodge/camp near Lake Natron.
- Morning exploration of Lake Natron, an alkaline lake famous for its pink flamingos.
- Learn about the unique ecosystem and how flamingos breed in this extreme environment.
- Afternoon relaxation at the lodge.
- Sunset hike to the Engare Sero Waterfalls, where you can take a refreshing swim.
- Dinner and overnight at a lodge/camp near Lake Natron.
- Late evening (previous night): Start your midnight trek to Ol Doinyo Lengai, the only active carbonatite volcano in the world.
- Early morning (Day 6): Reach the summit at sunrise, enjoying breathtaking views of the Rift Valley and surrounding landscapes.
- Descend and transfer back to the lodge for rest and breakfast.
- Afternoon: Free time to relax or take an optional Maasai village visit.
- Dinner and overnight at a lodge near Lake Natron.
- After breakfast, drive to Mto wa Mbu, a vibrant cultural town near Lake Manyara.
- Experience a walking or cycling tour, visiting banana plantations and local markets.
- Enjoy a local Swahili lunch prepared by the Mto wa Mbu community.
- Dinner and overnight at a lodge in Mto wa Mbu or Karatu.
- After breakfast, drive back to Arusha.
- Optional: Visit Shanga Foundation (a social enterprise for disabled artisans) or a local craft market for souvenirs.
- Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your flight home.
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