Mount Ol donyo Lengai Trekking
Mount Ol donyo Lengai is active volcanic mountain in which the composition of the lava may contain much more silicate material. With this type of eruption, initial phases of the eruption may include strong lava fountains but usually there is no fluid lava and ash eruptions accompanied by ejection of rocks and explosions occurs. The most recent eruptions occurred in 1966-1967 and 2007-2008. Almost without fail, about every seven years Ol doinyo Lengai erupts and plumes of smoke billow out of the crater. At other times it is possible to walk down into the crater, almost to the edge of the molten lava flows.
The Views on the northern from its summit crater lies the hot barren salt flats of Lake Natron stretch into the distance, beyond lies the Kenyan border. The day temperatures by the lake often exceed 40°C and a few animals survive here with the flamingo making its home here as breeding grounds, nesting on the salty surface on upraised mounds. The view on the east is dominated by Mt Kilimanjaro and to the west the forested escarpments and hills comprising the western slopes of the Great African Rift Valley. If you are lucky you can see the petrified birds and animals around the Lake natron area.
To the south stretches the Crater Highlands, Ngorongoro being one of the prime wildlife conservation areas in Africa.
The ascent of Ol doinyo Lengai is demanding on account of the day time heat, lack of water, steep and unstable slopes of ash and crumbly rocks. An early start is recommended and the best approach is from the west where the morning sun can be avoided for a while.
Mount Ol donyo Lengai Trekking Packages
4 Days Mount Ol donyo Lengai Trekking
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Tour Features
Standard tour
This standard tour uses camps.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 4 people per vehicle.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 4 people to run.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others — Only on Request
Minimum PAX for private tour
Minimun 2 people needed to operate private tour.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Minimum age of 18 years
The minimum age for this tour is 18 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: nature hikes/walks & mountain climbing
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle.
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost. Accommodation & Meals
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.
| DAY | ACCOMMODATION | Meals |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Budget camping In or near Lake Natron |
All Meals Included | Day 2 | Budget camping In or near Lengai |
All Meals Included | Day 3 | Budget camping In or near Lake Natron |
All Meals Included | Day 4 | End of tour ( No accommodation ) |
Breakfast & Lunch Included |
Arrival
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1: Moshi or Arusha – Lake Natron (Ngare Sero).
Departing from your hotel Moshi or Arusha in the morning we drive to Mtu wa Mbu (Lake Manyara) for lunch. After lunch you drive north along the bottom of the Great Rift Valley wall to Lake Natron and the village of Ngare Sero at the base of Ol Doinyo Lengai. Overnight at a campsite by the lake.
Main Destination: Lake Natron
Accommodation: Budget camping- In or near Lake Natron
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2: Lake Natron – Ol Doinyo Lengai.
From Lake Natron to Ngare Sero is a 3-hour walk. Lengai is best approached from the west. Between Ngare Sero and Lengai’s lower slopes is another 3 hours walk. The vehicle will go on ahead here so that it is there to take you up this large gully; saving you at least 6 hours of additional walking. Overnight camp in the gully.
Main Destination: Ol Doinyo Lengai.
Accommodation: Budget camping- In or near Lengai Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
- In or near Lake Natron. Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
- Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 3: Ol Doinyo Lengai summit and back to Lake Natron campsite.
A very early start in order to gain as much height as possible in the cool of the morning. Sun hats and a large water in-take are essential. Descend by the same route. Great care should be taken on the way down: loose volcanic gravel on bare rock makes it perilous going in places. Bringing trekking poles are very helpful. Overnight at the Lake Natron camp site.
Main Destination: Ol Doinyo Lengai.
Accommodation: Budget camping
Day 4: Lake Natron – Moshi or Arusha Town.
Departing after breakfast we return back to Moshi or Arusha town where you will be returned to your hotel.
Main Destination: Moshi.
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)Meals & Drinks:
End of tour
INCLUDED IN YOUR PACKAGE:
- Pick up and drop off at Kilimanjaro International Airport.
- Pre & Post Trek accommodation at the standard hotel in Moshi
- Park fees, camp fee, rescue fees
- Transfers to/from the mountain gates.
- Expert guides, cook, assistant guides, and porters.
- Three meals a day during the climb.
- Bottled water on the first day of the climb boiled and filtered on the mountain.
- Entry fees, Camping fees, rescue fees and crew fees.
- Mountains 4 Season sleeping tents double occupancy.
- Sleeping mattress, foam, 1.5 inches thick.
- Mess tent, table, chairs and lanterns.
- Oxygen tank in case of emergency.
- Portable flush toilet with a toilet tent.
- Crew salaries (Guides, cook and porters).
EXCLUDED IN YOUR PACKAGE:
- Airfare.
- Single supplement tent or hotel rooms and extra hotel nights in Moshi
- Beverages and food at hotel.
- Personal trekking gear.
- Laundry Services.
- A doctor for the group.
- Emergency evacuation helicopter services
- Tips for porters, guides, cook and assistant guides.
Tipping Recommendation:
- Head Guide $20 to $25 per day from the group.
- Assistants Guide $15 to 20 per day from the group
- Cook $15 to 20 per day from the group.
- Tent crew, Kitchen porter and Toilet porter $10 to $12 per day from the group.
- Normal porter $6 to 10 per day
Note: You are responsible for bringing the required, recommended and optional personal gear and equipment listed below. Be very selective in what you take with you, our porters are limited to carry 15kg of your personal belongings. Communal equipment such as tents, food utensils et cetera is provided.
Required and recommended items.
- 1 x walking poles
- 1 x sleeping bag
- 1 x duffle bag
- 1 x waterproof jacket, breathable with hood
- 1 x insulated jacket, synthetic or down
- 1 x sleeping pad/mattress
- 1 x soft jacket, fleece or soft-shell
- 2 x long sleeve shirt, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric
- 1 x short sleeve shirt, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric
- 1 x waterproof pants, breathable (side-zipper recommended)
- 2 x hiking pants (convertible to short recommended)
- 1 x fleece pants
- 1 x short (optional)
- 1 x long underwear (moisture-wicking fabric recommended)
- 3 x underwear, briefs moisture-wicking fabric recommended)
- 2 x sport bra (women) head wear
- 1 x brimmed hat, for sun protection
- 1 x knit hat for warmth
- 1 x balaclava, for face coverage (optional)
- 1 x Bandana (optional) hand wear
- 1 x gloves, warm (waterproof recommended)
- 1 x gloves liners, synthetic, worn under gloves for added warmth (optional)
- 1 x hiking boots, warm, waterproof, broken-in, with spare laces
- 1 x Gym shoes to wear at camp (optional)
- 3 x socks, thick, wool or synthetic
- 3 x socks liners, tight, thin, synthetic, worn under socks to prevent blisters (option)
- 1 x gaiters, waterproof (option)
- 1 x sun glasses or goggles
- 1 x backpack cover, waterproof (optional)
- 1 x poncho, during rain season (optional)
- 1 x water bottle (Nalgene, 32oz (recommended)
- 1 x water bladder, camelback type (recommended)
- 1 x towel, light weight, quick-dry (optional)
- 1 x pee bottle, to avoid leaving tent at night (recommended)
- 1 x sleeping bag liner, for added warmth (optional)
- 1 x head lamp
- 1 x daypack, for you to carry your personal gear.
Rent your climbing equipment.
Climbing equipment can be rented on your arrival and payable in USD – cash only.
| Item | Price per item per trip |
| 1 x walking poles | $20.00 |
| 1 x sleeping bag | $50.00 |
| 1 x duffle bag | $20.00 |
| 1 x waterproof jacket, breathable with hood | $20.00 |
| 1 x insulated jacket, synthetic or down | $20.00 |
| 1 x sleeping pad/mattress | $20.00 |
| 1 x soft jacket, fleece or soft-shell | $20.00 |
| 2 x long sleeve shirt, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric | $10.00 |
| 1 x short sleeve shirt, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric | $10.00 |
| 1 x waterproof pants, breathable (side-zipper recommended) | $15.00 |
| 2 x hiking pants (convertible to short recommended) | $20.00 |
| 1 x fleece pants | $20.00 |
| 1 x short (optional) | $20.00 |
| 1 x long underwear (moisture-wicking fabric recommended) | $20.00 |
| 3 x underwear, briefs moisture-wicking fabric recommended) | $20.00 |
| 2 x sport bra (women) head wear | $5.00 |
| 1 x brimmed hat, for sun protection | $10.00 |
| 1 x knit hat for warmth | $10.00 |
| 1 x balaclava, for face coverage (optional) | $10.00 |
| 1 x Bandana (optional) hand wear | $10.00 |
| 1 x gloves, warm (waterproof recommended) | $10.00 |
| 1 x gloves liners, synthetic, worn under gloves for added warmth (optional) | $10.00 |
| 1 x hiking boots, warm, waterproof, broken-in, with spare laces | $40.00 |
| 1 x Gym shoes to wear at camp (optional) | $40.00 |
| 3 x socks, thick, wool or synthetic | N/A |
| 3 x socks liners, tight, thin, synthetic, worn under socks to prevent blisters (option) | N/A |
| 1 x gaiters, waterproof (option) | $10.00 |
| 1 x sun glasses or goggles | $20.00 |
| 1 x backpack cover, waterproof (optional) | $20.00 |
| 1 x poncho, during rain season (optional) | $20.00 |
| 1 x water bottle (Nalgene, 32oz (recommended) | N/A |
| 1 x water bladder, camelback type (recommended) | N/A |
| 1 x towel, light weight, quick-dry (optional) | N/A |
| 1 x pee bottle, to avoid leaving tent at night (recommended) | $20.00 |
| 1 x sleeping bag liner, for added warmth (optional) | $30.00 |
| 1 x head lamp | $20.00 |
| 1 x daypack, for you to carry your personal gear | $30.00 |
Important to Know
- Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
- A private tour is available on request, but it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
- This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
- This tour accepts children who are 5 years and above.
Prices are based on per person per trip in USD
| Start dates | 1 PAX | 2 PAX | 3 PAX | 4 PAX | 5 PAX | 6 PAX |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1, 2020 - Dec 31, 2020 | 3336.6 | 2446.3 | 2290.73 | 2107.05 | 2095.96 | 2005.97 | Jan 1, 2021 - Dec 31, 2021 | 3336.6 | 2446.3 | 2290.73 | 2107.05 | 2095.96 | 2005.97 |
