Plan your walking safari Ngorongoro crater with us. Therefore, this starts at Ngorongoro Highlands to the base of Oldonyo Lengai. Then it ends at the shores of Lake Natron.
This Walking safari Ngorongoro crater package will take you from a visit to Ngorongoro Crater. Also you will visit, Olmoti Crater, Lolmalasin Mountain, Empakai Crater and ending at the foothills of Oldonyo Lengai. Fianally, you will visit Lake Natron.
The Walking safari Ngorongoro crater tour has a mixture of driving plus hiking with Maasai Warriors and their Donkies that will be carrying all your luggage. Hope you enjoy your walking safari Ngorongoro crater tour.
Day 00: Kilimanjaro International Airport to Arusha
Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, where you’ll be picked up by your driver/guide and transferred to Arusha. Overnight stay at Green Mountain Hotel or similar, resting and preparing for the 6 Days Walking Safari into Ngorongoro Crater.
Day 01: Arusha to Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, depart at 6:30am with packed lunches to Ngorongoro Crater. Spend the day on safari inside this UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to endangered Black Rhinos, large prides of Lions, and Pink Flamingos at Lake Magadi. Lunch at the famous Ngoitoktok Hippo Pool. By 5pm, ascend to the crater rim for dinner and overnight at Simba Camp (2,500 m above sea level).
Day 02: Ngorongoro Crater to Olmoti Crater
Depart at 8am from Simba Camp with packed lunches and head around the Ngorongoro Crater rim to Nainokanoka Ranger Post. Join an armed ranger/Maasai warrior for a hike inside Olmoti Crater. Descend from 3,000 m above sea level to the crater floor and enjoy a short trek to the Munge Waterfalls. Dinner and overnight at Nainokanoka Camp.
Day 03: Olmoti Crater to Lolmalasin Mountain to Empakai Crater
After breakfast, drive from Nainokanoka Camp at 7am to Bulati Village, the base of Lolmalasin Mountain, the third highest peak in Tanzania (3,700 m). Climb to the summit with your ranger/Maasai warrior (5 hrs ascent, 3 hrs descent). Continue to Empakai Crater for dinner and overnight (3,200 m above sea level).
Day 04: Empakai Crater to Nayobi Village to Acacia Camp
Begin a morning descent into Empakai Crater at 6:30am with your Maasai warrior guide, exploring the alkaline lake floor, home to Pink Flamingos. Ascend back to the rim by 9am and start a scenic trek with Maasai guides and donkeys carrying your gear from Empakai Crater to Nayobi Village, then onwards to Acacia Camp on the slopes of Ngorongoro Highlands, facing Oldonyo Lengai. Hiking duration: 6–7 hrs. Dinner and overnight at Acacia Camp (1,800 m above sea level).
Day 05: Acacia Camp to Lake Natron
After breakfast, hike down from Acacia Camp to the base of Oldonyo Lengai (4–5 hrs) with stunning views over Lake Natron. Say goodbye to Maasai guides and donkeys at the base, then transfer by vehicle to Lake Natron Camp. Enjoy hot lunch, cold showers, and a guided visit to Ngarasero Waterfalls for swimming and exploration (3 hrs). Dinner and overnight at Natron View Camp.
Day 06: Lake Natron to Arusha
After breakfast, visit Lake Natron shores with a Maasai guide for birdwatching, including Pink Flamingos. Explore the Engare Sero Archeological Footprint site (19,000–5,760 years old). Return to camp to pack, then drive back to Arusha (approx. 6 hrs), arriving by 5pm for drop-off in town or hotel. This marks the completion of your 6 Days Walking Safari adventure.
Duration: 6 Days
Price Includes:
Airport pickup from Kilimanjaro
One night in Arusha on BB
4×4 safari transport with driver/guide
Fullboard camping meals with cook during the 6 Days Walking Safari
Safari tents, sleeping bags, mats, chairs, tables
Park entrance, camping, ranger walking, and crater fees
Walking fees for Olmoti, Lolmalasin, and Empakai
Maasai guides and donkeys for hiking
Lake Natron walk, waterfalls, and Engare Sero site fees
Bottled water throughout the safari
Price Excludes: Other drinks and tips
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