OLDOINYO LENGAI THE PEAK OF PERFECTION

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4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

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Lake Natron

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Oldoinyo Lengai

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In a remote corner of Tanzania stands an astonishing mountain called Ol Doinyo Lengai, where lava fountains harden in midair then shatter like glass. Ol Doinyo Lengai, the Mountain of God for the Maasai.

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DAY 1

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Pick up in Arusha and transfer on rough road to one of the Campsites or Tented lodges at Lake Natron.

 

The camps are located at the base of the Great Rift Valley, with the Ngorongoro Highlands above.

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Dinner and overnight at Camp.

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DAY 2

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Early morning short drive and walk to the shores of Lake Natron.

 

After lunch there will be another short hike to Engaresero Waterfalls with a naturally formed.

 

Dinner will be early as it is important to get a few hours' sleep, before being roused at 23.30 hrs to make the final preparations for the hike.

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DAY 3

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At 24.00 hrs leave the Campsite and make the short drive to the base of Oldoinyo Lengai – and begin to climb the Mountain of God.

 

Arriving at the summit in time for sunrise.

 

Descend late morning in time for a good lunch, dip in the stream and a celebratory beer !

 

Dinner and overnight at the Campsite.

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DAY 4

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After good sleep and relaxing you can optionally do a game drive to Lake Natron to learn more about the local culture or you can go for a swim in the waterfall pools.

 

After hot lunch transfer to Arusha.