Mount Oldoinyo Le Ngai is located in northern part of Tanzania. “Oldoinyo Le Ngai” is a Maasai term meaning “Mountain of God”. This mountain is the only active volcano in East Africa. Volcanic activity on the mountain has been observed from as far back as 1883, and it is still active today. The Oldoinyo Le Ngai mountain reaches a height of approximately 9442 feet. The Crater Highlands are part of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This is a reserve where the local communities live alongside the wildlife. The highlands consist of a range of Volcanoes-not all extinct-rising steeply from the side of the Great Rift Valley in Northern Tanzania. Hence they are more than JUST the Ngorongoro Crater with a number of impressive peaks, with steep escarpments, crater lakes, dense forests and grassy ridges, streams and waterfalls. The volcano of Ol-Doinyo-Lengai (2878m) is even active! It is also home to many Maasai people who have grazed cattle on the grasslands here for hundreds of years. Most walking is done at around the 3000mts mark. There are many options though available to the adventurous. Spend your day through visiting some historical area around with full evening lake shore walking.
ITINERARY:
Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport – Arusha:
Welcome to Tanzania. On arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport you’ll meet your company arranged driver who will transfer you to Arusha city to Green Mountain Hotel for dinner and overnight. Our driver will display your name on Mupana Tours signboard. These procedures ensure that you are picked up by the correct driver, rather than by some of the airport taxi drivers who are looking for business. You’ll get a chance for Mountain trekking briefing/introduction before your dinner.
- Meals: Dinner and Overnight
- Guide: Professional English speaking guide.
DAY 01: Arusha – Lake Natron.
Morning after breakfast to Camp in Lake Natron, the transfer takes around seven hours, here you will be able freshen up then visit Ngare Sero Waterfalls which descend from the Nguruman Escarpment west of Lake Natron. After your tour of the waterfalls, you will head back to the camp for dinner and overnight relaxation – Maasai Giraffe Eco Lodge.
- Meals: Breakfast – Lunch and Dinner
- Guide: Professional English speaking guide.
DAY 02: Lake Natron.
After breakfast, then transferred to Lake Natron, an alkaline lake that serves as the principal breeding site for three-quarters of the world’s population of Lesser Flamingoes. After your tour of Lake Natron, you will head back to the camp so as to get enough rest before you trek up the mountain at midnight. Dinner and overnight relaxation at the campsite – Maasai Giraffe Eco Lodge.
- Meals: Breakfast – Lunch and Dinner
- Guide: Professional English speaking guide.
DAY 03: Oldoinyo Le Ngai Trekking – Arusha.
Your climb will start at midnight and it will take around five to six hours whereby you will reach the summit in time to witness the amazing sunrise as it illuminates the Great Rift Valley. During your climb, you will be escorted by an experienced Maasai guide. After exploring the peak you will head back down the mountain to the base where your driver will be waiting for you to take you back to the camp to rest and freshen up. You will then be transferred back to Arusha direct to airport where you will board your flight back home.
- Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.
- Guide: Professional English speaking guide.
Price:
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Trekking Price Included and Excluded.
What’s Included:-
- Airport transfer to and from
- Professional English speaking guide
- Meals: Breakfast – Lunch & Dinner
- Arusha accommodation before trekking
- Accommodation during Mt. trekking
- Trip Crew: Guide
- Mineral water
- Park fees
What’s Excluded:-
- Flight
- Personal items: Laundry & Toiletries
- Visa: $100 per person for US Nationals and $50 per person for other Country Nationals
- Tips
- Mountain guide: $15 US per day / per guide / per group.
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Things To Pack,
For Oldoinyo Lengai trekking you can use our ultimate Lengai packing mentioned list as a guide for what to bring along while you’re hiking to the Roof of Africa. We’ve packed this Meru trekking Packing List with our trail tested favorites and recommendations, plus lots of useful info on the best gear for adventuring in all of Oldoinyo Lengai conditions during trekking moments.
Trekking Poles
These are MANDATORY, and a life (and knee) saver on tricky terrain. Make sure they are collapsible, for easy stashing, and simple to adjust for up and downhill.
Polarized Sunglasses
You have to protect your eyes from the fierce equatorial sun! Make sure they are UV-blocking and polarized
Insulate Jacket
This will keep you warm as you reach higher elevations when the temperature drops and will be especially important on summit night. When layering, this jacket will go over your medium layers but under your outer layer jacket. An insulated jacket will give you an extra layer of warmth when you need it most. If you tend to get cold fast you might want a thicker insulated jacket. You know your body best, but we can’t emphasize enough how cold it can get.
Head Lamp
This is important for after the sun sets, and on summit night when we’re hiking through the night. Be sure to start the trek with fresh batteries, and bring a spare set just in case.
Insect Repellent
One of the challenges of going on safari are the insects. We recommend bringing a good one with no bad smell to apply each day to help prevent insect bites.
Hiking Pant
Bring the best hiking pants which offers comfort, freedom of movement, the versatility to perform well in a range of environments, and durability over the long haul.
Water Bladder
Staying hydrated is so important while hiking at high altitudes! We highly recommend getting a 3 L water bladder with an insulated tube and cap. It’s the easiest way to carry and drink water while trekking.
Hiking Boot
The most important thing you’ll bring! Make sure they are Gore-Tex, have ankle support, and that you’ve broken them in well.
Camera
There are so many amazing photo ops! We highly recommend bringing a camera that is compact and durable. Have great cameras, and we’ve found DSLRs can be cumbersome while trekking, so think twice before bringing anything too fancy. Remember to always pack your electronics in waterproof bags or cases.
