Embark on a 3-day adventure to ascend the majestic Oldoinyo Lengai Mountain. Experience breathtaking views of the Great Rift Valley and encounter unique wildlife, including the endangered Lesser Flamingoes.
Embark on a 3-day adventure to ascend the majestic Oldoinyo Lengai Mountain. Experience breathtaking views of the Great Rift Valley and encounter unique wildlife, including the endangered Lesser Flamingoes.
Arusha to Mto Wa Mbu
Mto wa Mbu - Journey to Mto Wa Mbu and enter the Great Rift Valley, passing through the Engaruaka basin into a semi-desert area that is hot, wild, and dusty, with the extinct volcanoes Kitumbene and Gelai to the right and the Mountain of God, “Ol Doinyo Lengai,” always ahead. Around midday, we arrive at Falls Camp on the…
Arusha to Mto Wa Mbu
Mto wa Mbu - Journey to Mto Wa Mbu and enter the Great Rift Valley, passing through the Engaruaka basin into a semi-desert area that is hot, wild, and dusty, with the extinct volcanoes Kitumbene and Gelai to the right and the Mountain of God, “Ol Doinyo Lengai,” always ahead. Around midday, we arrive at Falls Camp on the banks of the Engaresero River, a perfect spot to shower, bathe in the river, or trek to the hidden waterfalls in the Western wall of the Rift Valley. Rest, and around midnight, drive to and begin the climb of Lengai (approximately a 4-hour climb).
Mto wa Mbu to the Great Rift Valley
Great Rift Valley - Enjoy the sunrise and the views up the Rift Valley extending to Kenya. Descend around lunchtime, and drive to Lake Natron, one of the major flamingo breeding grounds in East Africa. En route, visit a Masai “Boma” village. Overnight at Falls Camp.
Back to Arusha
Arusha Region - Drive to Arusha and stay overnight in your pre-arranged accommodation. On the way back, there will be plenty of time to stop and purchase some of the famous Makonde wood carvings for which Tanzania is renowned. Additionally, for those interested, there will be an opportunity to stop at Mesarani Snake Park to see snakes that are typically difficult to spot in the wild due to their natural shyness.
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- All fees and/or taxes
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- All fees and/or taxes
- visa and Health insurance
- visa and Health insurance
Rising to the summit of the mountain within six hours rewards hikers with astonishing views of the incredible landscapes of the Great Rift Valley, and the volcanic terrains within the Ngorongoro highlands. This exhilarating climb commences at the break of dawn.
Lake Natron, nestled at the foot of the mountain, is reported to be the solitary breeding…
Rising to the summit of the mountain within six hours rewards hikers with astonishing views of the incredible landscapes of the Great Rift Valley, and the volcanic terrains within the Ngorongoro highlands. This exhilarating climb commences at the break of dawn.
Lake Natron, nestled at the foot of the mountain, is reported to be the solitary breeding ground for the threatened Lesser Flamingoes that inhabit the Great Rift Valley. It’s also considered to be the most critical breeding location for these birds globally, being home to a huge 75% of the world’s Lesser Flamingoes.
Positioned at the valley’s lowest point in East Africa, this alkaline lagoon is relatively shallow, rarely exceeding three meters deep, and its size fluctuates based on the water levels. The mud in the lake can heat to over 40 degrees Celsius, as evaporation results in heightened alkalinity. This alkaline condition of the lake wards off any predators that dare to approach the flamingo nests.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
