5 days Katavi Tanzania Safari

5 days Katavi Tanzania Safari

Katavi Tanzani Safari Overviews

Katavi Tanzania Safari to one the the African untouched and remote park in the western Tanzania near lake great Tanganyika. Being isolated from the human civilization katavi national park is among the few remaining paradise for the wild animals.

Katavi Tanzania Safari is ideal during dry season where roads to the park are accessible. Also on dry season game viewing is possible since animals tends to cram in the remaining pools of Katuma River which is the only remaining source of water which offer visitor amazing wildlife viewing.  An incredibly small number of people visit to this park plays a big part in the provision of maximum privacy during game viewing

This park boast a huge number wild animals with an estimated 1,000 buffaloes, 4,000 elephants which can be can in small to large herds. Other animals in Katavi national park are lions, hyenas, wild dogs, giraffe, zebra, impala and reedbuck.

Detail Katavi Tanzania Safari Program

 

Day 1: Arrive Katavi National Park

Pick up from your hotel in Kigoma for your Katavi adventure safari the journey of 10 hours to Katavi with a short lunch stop in Tabora. After lunch proceed with the journey where you will arrive in the evening at Katavi. Dinner and overnight in the Lodge.

 

Day 2: Game Drive in Katavi

Breakfast, then spend the morning hours at leisure in the lodge. With the help of your guide you can go for short walks in the surrounding village. In the afternoon drive into the park for game viewing. Katavi national park is the most unspoiled park in Tanzania with significant number of African plain animals. On the game drive you can easily spot the pride of lions, large herds of buffaloes and elephants among other animals. Evening drive back to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

 

Day 3 – 4: Full Day Safari in Katavi

Spend these two day conducting game drive in the park exploring various game strategic areas. Your guide will assist you to spot different species of animal include the rare seen roan and sable antelopes. Lunch, dinner and overnight at the Lodge.

 

Day 5: Leave Katavi

Today we will transfer you to Mpanda airstrip for your onward flight to other destinations or to Tabora where you will take a flight.

NB: The journey from Katavi to Tabora is 6 – 7 hours.

 

Katavi Tanzania Safari Cost:

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Cost includes
Road Transfer from Kigoma to Katavi
Game viewing in Katavi NP
Park entrance fees
Full board accommodation whislt on safari
Salary for a professional driver guide
Transfer to the Mpanda airport or bust terminal
A bottle of water 1 litre per person daily

 

Cost excludes
Accommodation in Kigoma
Traveler medical insurance
Air ticket from Dar es Salaam to Kigoma

NB: Extra charges will be applied for a transfer to Tabora

 

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8 days Katavi Gombe Safari

8 days Katavi Gombe Safari

Katavi Gombe Safari is a combined tour to two of the most remote parks in the western Tanzania near lake Tanganyika. Katavi offers a brilliant game viewing experience where visitors can see one the largest populations of hippos, elephants, and buffaloes. Gombe on the other side offers one of the world best chimpanzee trekking in the tropical forest on the shore of Lake Tanganyika. Don’t miss this opportunity of the African safari experience in the western Tanzania

Katavi Gombe Safari Program

Day 1:  Fly Dar es Salaam to Mpanda

Fly Dar es Salaam to Mpanda on Air Tanzania which departs at 06:00 am and arrives Mpanda at 07:45 am then meet and transfer to Katavi National park for game drives. Dinner and overnight at Katavi Wildlife Camp.

Day 2 – 3: Katavi National Park

Spend two days exploring the wilderness of Katavi National Park on game drives and walking safari. The park boasts a breathtaking array of habitats, which range from flood plains of thick reeds and dense waterways that teem with hippo and crocodile to woodlands, open grasslands, forests and pristine seasonal lakes. Game drive experience in dry season and it is conducted along the banks of the river which act as the main source of water and remaining green pastures. The picturesque view of the river meander and large number animals along its banks offers an awesome game viewing experience. Predators such as lions, hyenas, leopards can easily spotted. In addition to that you will also participate on sunrise walking safari near the water pods and watch hippos and other wildlife at close range; late morning break for brunch. Proceed with afternoon game drive safari to Katavi’s inner side. Overnight at Katavi Wildlife Camp.

Day 4: Katavi  to Kigoma

After breakfast, depart by road to Kigoma town the journey of about 297 kilometers through unpaved road which pass along the shore of Lake Tanganyika. Along the way you will see local villages and experience the local Tanzania life. Arrive Kigoma in the afternoon and for a rest dinner and overnight at Lake Tanganyika Hotel.

Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking at Gombe National Park

Early morning catch up a boat to Gombe with picnic lunch. Arrive Gombe and proceed with chimpanzee tracking in the forest and bird watching. The ranger will help you spot several families of chimpanzee which you will spend sufficient time with them exploring their behaviour and if luck you will see them hunting. During trekking you will see primates such as olive baboons and a variety of monkeys. The stunning kakombe waterfall is another interesting feature that you will at Gombe National park. Dinner and overnight Gombe Rest House.

Day 6: Gombe to Kigoma

Morning chimpanzee tracking back for lunch in rest house, then take a boat ride back to Kigoma for overnight at Lake Tanganyika Hotel. 

Day 7: Fly Kigoma to Dar es Salaam

Leisure breakfast at the hotel, Visit the Dr Livingstone Museum at Ujiji then back to the hotel for lunch and at 02:00 am drive to the airport for the flight to Dar es Salaam which departs at 15:45 pm. 

Katavi Gombe Safari Price

Solo Traveler: US $ 4338
2 people: US $ 3238 per person
3 people: US $ 3000 per person
4 people: US $ 2830 per person
5 people: US $ 2770 per person
6 people: US $ 2690 per person
7 + people: US $ 2660 per person

Cost Includes

Game viewing activities
Park entrance fees
Full board accommodation whislt on safari
Ranger and guide
Road Transfer from Katavi to Kigoma
BB accommodation in Mpanda and Kigoma

Cost Excludes
Any expenses of the personal nature
Laundry services in the lodges
Drinks and beverages
Flying doctors service

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3 days Katavi Safari Tanzania

3 days Katavi Safari Tanzania

3 days Katavi Safari Tanzania

A 3-day safari in Katavi National Park offers an immersive experience in the heart of Africa’s untouched wilderness. It is a place where wildlife gracefully roams, and the landscapes exude a timeless allure. For those seeking an escape from the beaten path, a Katavi safari provides a sanctuary that embodies the spirit of adventure. It stands as a testament to the raw beauty of Tanzania and serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving these wild spaces for future generations.

This 3-day Katavi Safari offers a diverse and rewarding game viewing experience, driving along rivers teeming with crocodiles, seasonal lakes, and plains inhabited by an abundance of game animals. Katavi National Park boasts an exceptional volume of wildlife, surpassing many other Tanzanian parks. Research supports that Katavi has a higher concentration of animals than the renowned Ngorongoro crater. Despite its wealth of wildlife, Katavi receives a limited number of visitors, making it an ideal destination for a honeymoon safari.

While on game drive during this 3 days katavi safari you will encounter large prides of lions, immense herds of buffalo, and gatherings of hippos and crocodiles unlike anywhere else in Africa. Other frequently spotted animals in Katavi include zebras, topis, giraffes, leopards, hyenas, and waterbucks. The rare African wild dog is also occasionally seen in the park.

While the cost of a Katavi Safari may be higher compared to northern Tanzania safari destinations, it is precisely this reason that attracts fewer travelers, resulting in an uncrowded experience unlike the popular parks in the north. Additionally, there are a limited number of accommodation options available, providing quality lodging at a reasonable price.

Katavi Safari Tanzania Tour Program

Day 1: Arrive Mpanda

Pick up from Mpanda Airport and transfer to Katavi national park for check in at Katavi Wildlife Camp where you will stay for the entire days. After a short break and breakfast you will then departs into the bush for a game drive exploring this pristine park. Dinner and overnight at the camp.

 

Day 2: Game viewing in Katavi

Breakfast in the lodge then depart for a full day game drive in Katavi National Park with picnic lunch. Katavi’s dramatic settings is as diverse as it is pristine. Several ponds and lakes are home to the largest population of hippo and varied birdlife. The western part of the reserve which its vegetation is mostly woodlands and bush veld is the best place to spot large herds of buffaloes and elephants. During the dry season the seasonal lakes remain as the source of water for the animals so it attracts animals from different corners of the park to come and drink. The Katavi national park is among the few places in Tanzania where you can see the rare roan and sable antelope species. With the help of your guide you will spot several species of predators include lions, leopard, hyena and more. Late afternoon drive out of the park for dinner and overnight at Katavi wildlife Camp.

Day 3: Game viewing in Katavi

Spend the morning and afternoon viewing the games in the park along the shallow lakes. During dry season animals tends to congregates near the lakes searching for green pastures and water. You will also spot hippos, crocodiles and different species of birds during the game drive. Evening drive back to the camp for dinner and overnight.

On the following day we will offer you a transfer to Mpanda airport for your flight back to Dar es Salaam. 

PRICE

From US $ 2180 per person two people sharing

Single person supplementary on request.

 

 

Katavi Safari Tanzania Cost

 Price Includes:

Park entry fees and Government Taxes

Air ticket Dar es Salaam – Mpanda – Dar es Salaam

Pick up from the Airport / Bus terminal

Transport in 4×4 modified Safari vehicle with pop up roof

Salary for a driver guide

Full board accommodation at Katavi Wildlife Camp 

 

 

 

Price excludes

International flights & Domestic flight

Fees for passport, visas, immunizations and insurance

Tips for staff such as driver cum guides/chef/porter

Expenses of personal nature (like souvenirs)

 

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3 days Selous Game Reserve Safari

3 days Selous Game Reserve Safari

3 days Selous Game Reserve Safari

Amazing Safari in Selous Game Reserve Tanzania!

3 Days Selous Game Reserve safari:  This safari is suitable for travelers located in Dar es Salaam and the tropical Island of Zanzibar who want to experience African wildlife safari in the largest game reserve in Africa with largest population of elephants. The Selous Game reserve covers an area of about 50,000 square kilometers which is full of attractions. Known by its unique beauty the Selous game reserves has significant numbers of wild animals which made UNESCO to declare it a world heritage site in 1982. Some hot springs, the oxbow lakes formed by the main Rufiji River make Selous game reserve to be a unique and diverse landscapes. Animals such as elephants in large herds and the rare African wild dogs can easily spotted during Selous Safari.

Despites of its remoteness location but Selous game reserve can easily accessed for safari by road from Dar es Salaam via Kisarawe or Kibiti Lindi. But visitors from Zanzibar or Northern Tanzania parks such as Serengeti, Tarangire, Ngorongoro or from Arusha town can fly directly to Selous Game Reserve since there are number flights operates between the areas.

Selous Game Reserve Safari Experience

While on Safari in Selous you will get an opportunity to view animals on boat safari, game drives and on foot.

The boat safari in Selous game reserve is conducted in the Rufiji River which is rich in water resources and biodiversity. Riverine  animals like crocodiles, waterbucks and hippos as well as some species of birds can be viewed at close vicinity during boat safari. The best time to conduct boat excursions during selous game reserve safari is usually in the afternoon although it can also done in the morning hours.

The game drives in Selous safari is excellent as it done surrounding the oxbow lakes which the most attractive feature of the Selous game reserves. During dry season large herds of animals gather surrounding the oxbow lake feed on the remaining green pastures. Predators are also following the herds so you can easily witness the killing.

A walking safari in the bush is very special and fascinating as it brings you closer to nature than any other option. Imagine walking through the animal trails in the middle of the jungle is a real phenomena. Your guide will help you spot animals and identify different types of vegetations  and trees.

“Do not miss this opportunity”

Selous Safari Information

 

DEPARTURE From Dar es Salaam any day of the week.
RETURN Dar es Salaam
PASSENGER Minimum 1 person
STYLE Private Safari
VEHICLE Ordinary or extended 4×4 Toyota land cruiser
PLACES Selous Game Reserves
COMBINATION This tour can be tailored to your exact requirements and number of days available.
BRIEF ITINERARY

 

3 Days Selous Game Reserve safari

 

Day 1: Selous (Boat Safari)
Day 2: Game drives in Selous
Day 3: Walking safari back to Dar

 

Rate: From US $ 1010 per person

 

Includes
Transport in 4WD Safari Vehicle
Park entrance fees
Full board Accommodation
Boat Safari
Game drives
Walking Safari
Guide service
Drinking water

 3 Days Selous Safari Itinerary

 

Day 1: Arrival
Meet and greet at Dar es salaam airport, then start the drive to Selous game reserve with a lunch box. Evening boat trip.  The Selous park is host to over 350 species of birds and reptiles as well as significant species for plants.  This game reserve is well known for its largest concentration of elephants (110,000) on the continent. Dinner and  Overnight at Selous Kinga Lodge.

 

Day 2: Full Day Selous Safari
Today after breakfast continue with a full day selous safari into the largest game reserve in Africa. Selous game reserves is home to the largest population of the several species of mammals include elephants, lions, buffaloes, Zebras, leopard among others. There are also significant numbers of hippos in the oxbow lakes found in the park.  Picnic lunch, proceed with the afternoon game drive then dinner and overnight at Selous Kinga Lodge.

 

Day 3: Selous Safari
Morning walking into the vast bush of Selous. A walking safari in the Selous Game Reserve is very special due to its beauty and peacefulness. walking safari in the Selous reserve cannot be compared to any other. Drive back to Dar es salaam for drop off at the airport or your hotel.

3 Days Selous Game Reserve Safari Cost:

Solo traveler: US $ 1350
2 people: US $ 985 per person
3 – 4 people:US $ 810 per person
5 people +: US $ 780 per person

 

 

Park entrance fees,
Transport in a 4WD with an open roof
Professional driver-guide
Boat Safari
Full board accommodation on sharing basis
1 liter of water per person per day
Excursion as per the itinerary
Full day game drive 8hrs game drive.

Price Exclusive.
Beverages and alcoholic drinks
Items of personal nature
Telephone bills
Medical insurance
Tips

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7 Days Serengeti Vacation Tour

7 Days Serengeti Vacation Tour

Serengeti vacation is an adventure of a lifetime, designed to maximize your safari experience in the African bush. In this tour you will enjoy spectacular game viewing in 4 northern Tanzania national parks Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro crater and Lake Manyara. After an extreme game viewing in the day you will spend a night in the comfortable, spacious lodges, camps and enjoying exquisite cuisine and first class service.

All these will be offered to you by a team of friendly lodge and camp staff led by a professional guide. Furthermore you will enjoy game drive while in a comfortable and extended 4WD Safari land cruiser equipped with window seats and open roof space which assure you of 360 degree view.  The Serengeti safari can also be extended by a beach holiday to the spice island of Zanzibar.

 

 

Serengeti Vacation Itinerary

 

Day 1: Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport where our representative will meet and greet you then transfer to Arusha City. Located at the base of the Tanzania second tallest mountain “Mount Meru” Arusha is the largest city near to the Tanzania northern national parks the Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara National Park, Olduvai Gorge, Tarangire National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, and Arusha National Park. Right at your lodge your guide will give you a brief about your next day wildlife Safari. Overnight at Zawadi House

 

Day 2: Tarangire National Park

Start your Serengeti vacation by heading to Tarangire National Park with your professional driver guide. The Tarangire National Park is the third largest national park in Tanzania and home to large population of elephant. Giant baobab trees are an interesting feature of the park, dwarfing the animals that feed beneath them. Animals congregate along the Tarangire River, which provides the only permanent source of water in the area. This park has a huge a diversity of wildlife including lion, leopard, cheetah, and up to six thousand elephant. Diner and overnight at Sangaiwe Tented Camp or other property of the same standards.

 

Day 3: Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park

Breakfast; proceed with the serengeti vacation to Lake Manyara National Park. The Lake Manyara is stretches from the base of the dramatic Rift Valley escarpment to the soda lake which is one of the most beautiful places in Africa. At the park main entrance gate you will experience a green vegetation consist of the ground water forest, which provide refuge to troops of baboons and blue monkeys. Further to the south the forest disappear to woodland, grassland, swamps and beyond, the soda lake itself where over 350 species of birds, including the lively flamingo, pelican, sacred ibis, grebe and stork can be viewed (a bird watchers’ paradise). Further southern there several hot springs famously called Maji Moto. These hot springs reveal the ongoing active geological processes which take place beneath the ground. Lake Manyara national park is renowned for its abundant buffalo, elephant, giraffe, impala, hippos, as well as a great variety of smaller animals. In addition to that, this park is the best place to spot the elusive tree climbing lions. Late afternoon you will be driven to Karatu Village. Diner and overnight at Bougainvillea Lodge.

 

Day 4: Serengeti Vacation

Today you just after breakfast you shall continue with the tour to Serengeti National Park. Driving through Ngorongoro Highlands and stopping off to visit the Olduvai Museum. Arrive at Seronera Area for picnic lunch. Afternoon game drive in central Serengeti National Park, probably the greatest park on earth. This park, undoubtedly the most famous in the world, covers over 14 000 sq. km and offers amongest many other things the biggest concentration of big cats in the world (Cheetahs, Lions, Leopards, Wild cats…). Many different landscapes can be found in the Serengeti: Savannah with the big plains to the south, hills & woods to the west, the kopjes area to the east, and bush land to the north. Important rivers (Seronera, Banagi, Grumeti ) also run through the park. Many different species of mammals can be spotted during game drives, elephant, buffalo, giraffes, antelopes… hippo and crocodile can also be found. Diner and overnight Serengeti Tortilis Camp or similar.

 

Day 5: Serengeti Vacation

Very early Morning and evening game drives through the Serengeti plains. Serengeti is perhaps the most impressive wildlife sanctuary in the world. These vast, seemingly unending plains are inhabited during the migration by enormous herds of wildebeest and zebra. There is a great diversity of wildlife including lion, leopard, cheetah, impala, buffalo, birds and up to ten thousand elephant. Diner and overnight at Serengeti Tortilis Tented Camp.

 

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater

Morning departure to Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into the 100-square-mile Ngorongoro Crater to view game on the vast grasslands of the crater floor. The bottom of the crater dotted with watering-holes, shelters almost 30 000 animals in an area naturally enclosed by the slopes of the volcano. You will find the Big Five lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, leopard among others. Ngorongoro crater is the largest unbroken caldera in the world and surrounded by very steep walls rising 610 meter from the floor, it is considered to be one of the Wonders of the Natural World and is a veritable haven for wildlife. Spectacular animal life can be found throughout the year due to the permanent availability of grass and water. Picnic lunch, overnight at Country Lodge Karatu.

 

Day 7: To Kilimanjaro Internal Airport or to Zanzibar Island

After breakfast at the lodge, drive to Mto wa Mbu for cultural visit to the local women and learn how they do their daily activities including farming, small women financing groups, you will have local lunch with the local women to taste the local African food. After lunch transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight back home.

This tour can be extended to “The Spice Island of Zanzibar”.

 

Enquire for the Serengeti Vacation price

 

Safari Includes:
BB accommodation in Arusha
Full board accommodation whilst on safari
Private safari guide
Private 4 x 4 safari jeep with pop up roof for game viewing
Airport Transfers
Park fees and Crater fees
Government taxes, VAT and service charges relating to accommodation and included meals

Safari Excludes:
Tanzania Visa: $50 per person on arrival, USA and CANADA passport holders USD.100
Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
Optional Tours (balloon rides USD. 500 per person etc)
Tips and any items of personal nature.

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11 Days Ngorongoro Walking safari and Oldoinyo Lengai trekking

11 Days Ngorongoro Walking safari and Oldoinyo Lengai trekking

Ngorongoro Walking Safari

Ngorongoro walking safari and Odoinyo Lengai trekking provides you with the real exposure to the natural African beauty and the wildlife. Escorted by full armed ranger and the maasi warriors you will trek to embulbul, empakai crater and finally to Ngaresero area which is the starting point for trekking Oldoinyo Lengai. This active volcano is located along the Eastern branch of Great Rift Valley on the southern shore of Lake Natron. The shape of Oldoinyo lengai is almost perfect conical shape and it rises 9650ft above sea level has been experiencing occasional volcanic eruptions over historical time. The occasional eruption made the Maasai people who are the local tribe in the area to call it the scaring mountain of God.

Oldoinyo Lengai erupt Sodium Carbonate lava which is said to have low temperature compared to other types of Lava therefore it is quite possible to walk on the still steaming ground.

This trip will also takes you to Lake Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro crater and Lake Natron which is the breeding site for the flamingo birds.

Ngorongoro Walking Safari and Oldoinyo Lengai Climb

Day 1: Arrive at JRO/ Arusha Town
Arrival in Kilimanjaro International Airport/ Arusha Airport or arrive by shuttle bus from Nairobi, Meet and assist at the airport and after going through Immigration, Baggage Claim and Customs, Transfer to Planet Lodge Arusha or similar hotel in order to stay overnight at on Bed and Breakfast basis. We will also confirm that you have the appropriate mandatory medical coverage and travel insurance as well.

Day 2: Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park for game drive, Lake Manyara is a shallow freshwater lake in Tanzania. It is said to be the “loveliest (lake) … in Africa,” Lake Manyara is covering 127 square miles (329 km2) of Lake Manyara National Park, the lake’s alkaline waters cover approximately 89 square miles (231 km2). It is famous for a good number of baboons and birdlife, also home to herbivores such as hippos, impalas, elephants, wildebeests, buffalo, warthogs, and giraffes, giant fig trees and mahogany seen in the groundwater forest immediately around the park gates, and then proceeds to Haven Nature Campsite in order to stay overnight on Full Board basis.

Day 3: Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, drive to the Serengeti National Park with an optional – via Olduvai Gorge (Millions of years ago, the site was that of a large lake, the shores of which were covered with successive deposits of volcanic ash. Excavation work there was pioneered by Louis and Mary Leakey beginning in 1931. The Serengeti National park covers 14,763 km² (5,700 square miles) of grassland plains and savanna as well as river trine forest and woodlands. The park lies in the north of the country, bordered to the north by the national Tanzania and Kenyan border, where it is continuous with the Masai Mara National Park reserve. Stay overnight at Seronera Campsite in order to stay overnight on Full Board basis.

Day 4: Full Day at Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day game drives in Serengeti plains; the endless, almost treeless grassland of the south is the most emblematic scenery of the park. . Other hoofed animals – zebra, gazelle, impala, hartebeest, topi, buffalo, and waterbuck – also occur in huge numbers thru out the year. Stay overnight at Seronera Campsite – on Full Board basis.

Day 5: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority
Wake ups call at 6:00am, in order to have just a cup of hot coffee then proceed for the early morning game drive, this morning game drive is very important as you will be able to witness the early morning kills from the big five only if you will be lucky enough. After the game drive back to the camp/Lodge at 9:30am in order to have your main breakfast, there after you will check out the Lodge and proceed with game drives en–route to Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority. Stay overnight at Simba Campsite – with fascinating view of the crater floor!

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive
Head for the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater – a wonder of the natural world – and descend into the crater for the park maximum 6-hour tour of the Crater floor. Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest caldera measuring 600 meters in depth and covering 250 square kilometres in area. The crater is a stunning setting and contains an abundance of wildlife with over 20,000 large animals including Tanzania’s few remaining black rhino. The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is unique in that over 40,000 Masaai pastoralists with their cattle, goats and sheep live alongside the abundant wildlife in relative harmony. Return to Simba Campsite for dinner and overnight on Full Board basis.

Day 7: Drive to Nainokanoka/ Trek to Bulati
Today you will start the Ngorongoro walking safari by heading to Nainokanoka by 4WD, where you will commence a spectacular 4-day walking safari with your private Maasai guide, a cook plus donkeys to carry supplies. We leave Nainokanoka for a full day’s walking to Bulati Village Campsite in order to stay overnight on Full Board basis.
Plan on approx 5 to 6 hours of walking each day over the next 4 days. This special trek offers you fresh air, peace and serenity in the wilderness, along with authentic cultural interaction with the Masaii, plus panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru, Olmoti and Lolmasin. Other sights include Empaki crater, the famous Lake Natron flamingos, and for those who are very fit, the optional opportunity to climb the “Mountain of God” (Ol Doinyo Lengai). This trek can be combined with a northern circuit lodge or camping safari, please inquire if you are interested in more game viewing or encounters with different tribes. Stay overnight at Bulati Village Campsite on Full Board basis.

Day 8: Ngorongoro walking Safari to the Empakaai Crater Rim
Today we continue with Ngorongoro walking safari to Empakaai Crater. Dinner and a scenic overnight stay tonight on the rim of Empakaai Crater. Bushbuck, buffalo and blue monkey can be seen on the rim, which boasts splendid views on a clear day to Ol Doinyo Lengai Volcano, Mount Kilimanjaro and Lake Natron. Stay overnight at Empakaai Crater Rim Campsite on Full Board basis.

Day 9: Empakaai Crater Hike / Trek to Nayobi village
This morning proceed with the Ngorongoro walking safari by descend into Empakaai crater. The crater is 300 meters high with almost half of the floor filled by a pristine soda lake. Later, we hike to Nayobi village. Dinner and overnight will be camping on the grounds at the Nayobi school. Stay overnight at Ngaresero Campsite on Full Board basis.

Day 10: Finish Trek / Drive to Surreal Lake Natron
For those interested in climbing Ol Doinyo Lengai, we can arrange your trek for an extra fee of US$ 120 per person and you can start the ascend approximately 2:00am). Our 4WD will drop you off at the base of the mountain starting point and your driver will be waiting for you until you descend so that you can proceed to Ngaresero Campsite where you will stay overnight on Full Board basis.

Day 11: Return Back to Arusha / Kilimanjaro International Airport
Early this morning, You are free to relish at the sight of the million or more Lesser Flamingos that flock here (the best time for the flamingos on Lake Natron is between August to October, when breeding behaviours are peaking) and the dramatic desert scenery all around you. At the right time, you will begin your drive back to Arusha town. For those departing on the evening KLM flight tonight, you have the choice of either a direct drop off at Kilimanjaro International Airport or we can arrange an overnight Arusha at Planet Lodge Arusha on Bed and Breakfast basis.
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Ngorongoro Walking Safari and Oldoinyo Lengai Trekking

  • 2 people – Price cost US$ 3,160 per person
  • 4 people – Price cost US$ 2,616 per person
  • 6 people – Price cost US$ 2,516 per person.

Includes for Ngorongoro Walking Safari
All park fees, Budget Camping Safari, 2 nights in Arusha, Airport pick up transfer, Ngorongoro Crater Highlands Trek, Service of Donkeys, Camping Fees, 3 meals a day whilst trekking, Maasai Trekking Guides, Support Vehicle, Donkeys , Services of a cook, Tents, Mattresses.

Ngorongoro Walking safari Price Excludes:
International flight, Visas, Airport tax– but it can be paid direct by client(s), Driver guide, Tips, Climbing gears – if required it can be hired locally, Sleeping bags, Walking sticks, Drinks, Personal travel and Baggage insurance, Airport departure transfer, Telephone bills, Laundry and any items of personal nature.

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