2-Day Ol Doinyo Lengai Volcano Trek
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2-Day Ol Doinyo Lengai Volcano Trek

A demanding overnight climb of the Maasai 'Mountain of God', the only active carbonatite volcano on Earth, finished at sunrise.

2 daysNight climbActive volcanoRift Valley views

Overview

Route and travel style

Ol Doinyo Lengai is a steep, challenging night climb that rewards you with a sunrise summit overlooking the Rift Valley and Lake Natron. It pairs naturally with a Lake Natron flamingo visit and a Maasai cultural stop.

Midnight ascentSunrise summitLake Natron flamingosMaasai culture

Day by day

Full itinerary

Day 1

Arusha to Lake Natron

Scenic drive to Lake Natron, an afternoon flamingo and waterfall walk, then rest before the climb.

Lunch, dinner
Day 2

Midnight Summit & Return

Climb through the night to reach the crater rim at sunrise, descend, then drive back to Arusha.

Breakfast

Included

What's included

  • Local guide
  • Camping near Lake Natron
  • Park and village fees
  • Meals as listed
  • Transfers from Arusha

Excluded

What's not included

  • Personal gear
  • Tips
  • Insurance
  • Drinks
  • International flights