Getting out in the Ngorongoro Highlands on an extended walking safari will take our more active and adventurous visitors into close contact with our proud Maasai people, herdsmen who inhabit this spectacular part of Tanzania. Our eight days 'Ngorongoro Highlands Adventure' tour is definitely the choice for those whose perfect day begins and ends in a campsite under African skies. In between, our daytime trek takes us first from Bulati to beautiful Empakaai, with its stunning views down over its crater lake and to the mighty volcanoes beyond. And all the time, we soak up the culture of the Maasai, our most famous tribespeople.
We start our trip in Arusha, our safari capital, to arrive at Ngorongoro with its spectacular crater, descending to enjoy a vehicle safari and with plenty of animals to observe. From there, we travel to Bulati which can boast its own crater and which is the start of our walking safari. Our hike continues to Empakaai and the following day to Acacia. From there, our adventure takes us by safari vehicle to visit the unique location of shimmering Lake Natron.
TOUR OVERVIEW
Our trip combines wildlife viewing with adventurous hiking, allowing you time to absorb the culture of the Maasai and their fascinating way of life.
PHYSICAL LEVEL: Active
Guests who book on a trip with a rating of 'active' should possess a reasonable level of fitness before the trip departure. 'Active' trips require visitors to be able to undertake sustained physical exercise, such as walking for up to four hours or more each day, on consecutive days. Some ascent and descent during the walking can also be expected. visitors will spend some significant time in our comfortable vehicles on the rather rough roads of Tanzania.
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation on this tour is mainly in our Basic category, So with one night's hotel accommodation in Arusha, and six further nights out on Ngorongoro Highlands in the public campsites. Our Basic level accommodations are selected by Easy Travel to focus on good value.
TOUR SUMMARY
8 Days, 7 Nights
1 night in Arusha, 1 night in Ngorongoro, 1 night in Bulati, 1 night in Empakaai, 1 night in Acacia, 2 nights in Lake Natron
Day 1 – Arrival Day
Welcome to Tanzania – Whatever your arrival time at Kilimanjaro International Airport, your driver-guide will be waiting for you with a warm welcoming smile. Kick back and relax in your comfortable vehicle as he takes you to your hotel in Arusha, Tanzania's self-styled 'safari capital.'
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge – Meal Plan: Dinner at your hotel.
Day 2 – Arusha – Ngorongoro
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a vehicle safari with plenty of animals to observe.
Day 3 – Ngorongoro – Olmoti – Bulati
Travel to Bulati which can boast its own crater and which is the start of our walking safari.
Day 4 – Bulati – Empakaai
Hike to beautiful Empakaai, with stunning views down over its crater lake and to the mighty volcanoes beyond.
Day 5 – Empakaai – Acacia
Continue our trek through the highlands to the Acacia campsite.
Day 6 – Acacia - Lake Natron
Travel to the unique location of shimmering Lake Natron.
Day 7 – Lake Natron
Full day to explore Lake Natron, including a waterfalls walk.
Day 8 – Lake Natron – Kilimanjaro International Airport
Depart after breakfast and transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
Tipping: Driver guide: $25 per day per couple, Safari Chef: $15 per day per couple, Park Ranger: $15 per day per couple, Local Maasai: $5 per day per maasai
Any changes done by you during safari
Post night accommodation in Arusha
International and Domestic Flights
Visa costs
Medical Insurance
Travel Insurance
Laundry Service
Drinks at the lodges/camps
Drones (not allowed in Tanzania)
Payment Information
From $3200 per person
Bank Transfer
Account Name: MUSSA BASHIRI MUSHI
Account Number: 0152389229600
SWIFT Code: CORUTZTZ
Bank Name: CRDB BANK TANZANIA
Bank Address: MOSHI, ARUSHA ROAD
Country: TANZANIA
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