Lake Natron & Lengai Hike

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Terrain type: Extremely Steep

Trekking Time: 12hours

Hike Summary

Day 1: Nairobi to Natron
Drive from Nairobi to cross over the Namanga Border. Great sightings of Namanga Hills and Mt. Longido before turning off and taking the 153km dirt road to Lake Natron. The drive is a pure rugged adventure.
On the drive, you will see beautiful sightings of the Crater Highlands of Tanzania including Mt. Kitumbeine, Gelai, and our target Ol Doinyo Lengai. We arrive early afternoon at our campsite in the stunning plains.

Day 2: Lengai Hike
Arise at midnight and embark on a short drive to our hike starting point. Commence the hike and spend over 12 hours going up and down this steep Volcano. Descend around Noon to get back to our lodge for lunch.
In the afternoon head down to Lake Natron for a chill tour of the flamingos, hominid footprint, and swimming. Rest at camp with the distant howling of the wild.

Day 3: Lake Natron To Lake Manyara

After breakfast enjoy a morning walk to the waterfall. Later checkout and drive to Mto wa Mbu passing through the wild lands of the Crater Highlands. Arrive at our stunning accommodation, perched on top of a stunning hill overlooking Lake Manyara.

Day 4: Lake Manyara to Nairobi

In the morning, relax at camp or go down to lake Manyara for a game drive and Canopy Tour. At noon depart for Namanga Border. The trip ends with great memories.

What to Carry

• Passport
• Yellow Fever Certificate
• Drinking water (You can buy the 10ltr bottles with a handle)
• Comfortable hiking Shoes with good grip.
• Spare shoes or sandals for the journey back.
• Long Pants and Long sleeved top/light jacket recommended.
• Sunhat, Sunscreen, Sunglasses.
• Warm Jacket/hoodie and or fleece for the evening.
• Warm Shuka
• Enough Snacks, drinks, beverages & energy bars
• Items of personal use: Towel, Soap, Tooth Brush, toothpaste, Tissue, etc
• Day Pack /Small Bag to carry your personal items
• Cameras/Power bank/Bluetooth speakers/torch/headlamp – Please ensure that all are well-charged in advance
• Rain Gear in case it rains
• Any personal medication/Personal first aid items
• Mosquito repellant/Anti Histamine
• Sleeping bag
• Swimming Costume
• Luggage to be packed in rucksack/Duffel bag (Suitcase not recommended)

Expedition Charges

4 Days Full package
Camping With Own Tent
Non-Hiker- Kes 42850
Hiker- Kes 52850

Camping with Tent Provided
Non-Hiker- Kes 49950
Hiker- Kes 59950

3 Days Self Drive
Camping With Own Tent
Non- Hiker- Kes18850
Hiker- Kes 28850

Camping with Tent Provided
Non-Hiker- Kes 23250
Hiker- Kes 33250

4 Day full package Includes:

• Accommodation as per itinerary
• Meals as per itinerary
• Activities; Lengai waterfall, Hike, Lake Natron,Lake Manyatta
• Return Transport from Nairobi
• Lake Manyara Game Drive (Park fee Separate)
• 4 Day full package Excludes:
• Possible Community “Roadblock” fees between Lake Natron and Mto wa Mbu
• Lake Manyara Entry fees of Tshs 12,000
• Lake Manyara Canopy fees of Tshs 30,000
• 3 Day full package Includes:
• Accommodation as per itinerary
• Meals as per itinerary
• Activities; Lengai waterfall, Hike, Lake Natron
• 3 Day full package Excludes:
• Extra Night at Mto wa Mbu.