Oldoinyo lengai Climbing Tour
Oldonyo Lengai, meaning “Mountain of God” in the Maasai language, is an active volcano located in Tanzania. It is renowned for its unique natrocarbonatite lava, which is much cooler than typical basaltic lava. This adventure offers a challenging but rewarding climb, providing spectacular views and a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Enjoy your adventure climbing Oldonyo Lengai, and immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes and rich culture of Tanzania!
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Detailed Itinerary
Duration:
- Standard Tour: 2 Days / 1 Night
- Extended Tour: 3 Days / 2 Nights (including additional cultural visits and relaxation time)
Best Time to Visit:
- Dry Season: June to October and January to February. These months provide the best weather conditions for climbing.
Day 1: Arrival and Preparation
- Morning:
- Arrive in Arusha or Moshi.
- Transfer to the base camp at Lake Natron.
- Briefing by the tour guide and equipment check.
- Afternoon:
- Visit Lake Natron for bird watching, particularly flamingos.
- Enjoy a relaxed evening by the lake.
- Evening:
- Early dinner and rest, as the climb starts before midnight.
Day 2: Climb to the Summit
- Midnight:
- Begin the ascent around midnight to reach the summit by sunrise.
- The climb is steep and challenging, requiring good physical condition.
- Early Morning:
- Reach the summit (2,962 meters / 9,715 feet) at dawn.
- Enjoy panoramic views of the Great Rift Valley, the Crater Highlands, and Lake Natron.
- Mid-Morning:
- Begin the descent back to the base camp.
- Afternoon:
- Arrive back at the base camp for a well-deserved rest.
- Lunch and relaxation time.
- Evening:
- Optional cultural visit to a local Maasai village.
- Return to Arusha or Moshi, or overnight stay at a nearby lodge.
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Additional notes & Tour inclusions & Exclusions
Additional notes:
- Your first day on safari requires you to pay extra attention to both our company’s recommendations and the visitor regulations for the national parks.
- Except for in officially designated sites, it is strictly prohibited to exit the vehicle during the safari. Large fines for the company and even the loss of its license may result from violations of this provision.
- Off-road driving is also not allowed because such actions could seriously upset the delicate ecosystem’s balance.
- You are permitted to smoke during the safari, but you must take special care to put out and dispose of cigarette butts because they frequently start fires in the savanna.
- Furthermore, we respectfully request that you do not place your feet on the safari cars’ seats or sit in the back of them, as this type of behavior quickly renders the vehicles unusable.
Thank you in advance for your understanding.
The price includes:
- Pick up at Kilimanjaro International Airport
- Transfer to a hotel in Arusha and back to the airport
- Accommodation before and After safari (breakfast included)
- All accommodation under your program
- Air Ambulance Service by AMREF Flying Doctors
- Bottled water and soft drinks throughout the tour
- Thermos with hot water (tea / coffee)
- Land Cruiser 4×4 with pop-up roof
- Experienced safari Guide
- 24/7 phone support
- All park fees
- Medical kit
- Wet wipes
The Price does not include:
- Air tickets
- Visa fees
- Lunch and dinner in hotel (only before and after safari)
- Personal items (Insurance, Souvenirs)
- Tips to your safari guide
- International flights
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- The government imposed increase of taxes and /or park fees
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