5 Days Natron Camping Safari

Duration

5 Days

Physical Rating

Medium

Minimum Age

12 Years +

Starting From

$1,720.00

*Starting prices are listed per person in USD.

Destination Highlights

Arusha
Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Natron
Ol Doinyo Lengai

Trip Overview

This five-days camping safari offers an incredible opportunity to explore the Lake Manyara National Park, dramatic landscapes of Mount Oldoinyo Lengai and the vibrant ecosystem of Lake Natron. Witness the active volcano’s unique geological features and marvel at the flamingos and other wildlife that thrive around the alkaline lake. Capture unforgettable photos and experience the raw beauty of these remarkable destinations.

Highlights

  • Active volcano, Ol Doinyo Lengai
  • Climbing the mountain of God
  • Spectacular and panoramic sunrise
  • Cultural insight
  • Flamingo Habitat
  • Stunning landscape
  • Waterfall and a natural swimming pool
  • Private camping accommodation

Full Itinerary

Best time to visit:

  • June to October – Dry season, best wildlife viewing
  • January to March – Lush Landscape and Serengeti wildebeest calving season (Excellent for predators’ actions)-Hot and humid weather with possibility of little rain in January.
Day 1: Arrival day/ Meeting Day

Welcome to Arusha! Your adventure begins now. Set down your bags, take a deep breath, and refresh yourself with a cold drink. This evening, you’ll meet your Safari guide for a brief overview of the exciting experiences ahead. Enjoy every moment and get ready for an unforgettable journey.

Accommodation: Outpost Lodge or equivalent lodges

Meals included: Not included

Day 2: Lake Manyara N.Park

Today after your early morning breakfast, your guide will pick you up from your hotel at 7.30 am, and drive towards southwest of Arusha city to Lake Manyara National Park.

This park spans 325 square kilometres and features diverse landscapes like woodlands, grasslands, and swamps. It’s famous for tree-climbing lions, pink flamingos, and large baboon populations. With over 400 bird species, it’s a birdwatcher’s paradise. Enjoy game drives and scenic picnic spots, spotting wildlife such as giraffes, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, and antelopes. It’s a full day game drive, exit the park in a good time to enjoy your campsite before dinner.

Accommodation: Foot on Africa campsite

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 3: Lake Natron

Upon arriving at the camp and enjoying lunch, you will embark on a guided walk with a Maasai to a nearby waterfall. There, a refreshing natural water pool awaits, inviting you for a swim. The natural slide provides an exhilarating experience, while the water dripping from ferns creates a serene atmosphere. You can also indulge in a skin exfoliation treatment using the black volcanic sand found in the pool.

At 6:00 PM, we return to the camp to reflect on the day’s adventures by the fire, accompanied by a delicious dinner.

Accommodation: Kidemi campsite

Meals included: Lunch | Dinner

Day 4: Mt. Ol Doinyo Lengai

After breakfast, you will have the opportunity to visit Lake Natron to see the lake’s famous pink flamingos, which gather in large numbers to feed on the algae-rich waters. Your guide will also point out other bird species and wildlife that call this area home, providing insights into the delicate ecosystem of Lake Natron before returning to your public campsite for lunch and leisure. After dinner, prepare for the overnight climb up Ol Doinyo Lengai, starting between 10:00 PM and 11:00 PM. The climb is quite challenging, though not compared to Mount Kilimanjaro and Meru, with the ascent on some parts crawling on hands and feet taking at least six hours and the descent taking at least four hours. Early morning returning to the campsite for breakfast and rest.

Accommodation: Kidemi campsite

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 5: Arusha

In the early morning, enjoy the sunrise with a cup of coffee. After breakfast, we will visit the cultural village to meet the Maasai and Datoga communities. We will return to the camp for a hot lunch prepared by our cook. After lunch, loading our bags in the safari car, camping equipment’s, and then drive back to Arusha. End of our amazing adventurous trip.

Accommodation: Outpost lodge/ Your hotel

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

Planning

To make your trip planning easier, we’ve prepared a simple list of what’s included in your tour package and what’s not. This way, you’ll have a clear idea of what to expect, and you can make any additional arrangements ahead of time for a smooth and enjoyable journey!

Includes

  • English peaking Safari Guides.
  • 4×4 Safari Land cruiser 
  • Three meals (Breakfast, lunch + dinner)
  • All parks’ fees and Taxes
  • All activities mentioned under the program.
  • All accommodation under the program.
  • One way transfer from JRO-Arusha

 

Excludes

  • Tanzania Visa fee US $50 per person & US $100 per person for U.S.A passport holder
  • Zanzibar Insurance and infrastructure fees (If extending to Zanzibar)
  • Laundry services
  • Optional Activities
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for Guides
  • International Flight 
  • Bank charges for online transfer
  • An increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • All things of personal nature