5-Day Ngorongoro Highlands Walking Tour

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival & Trek from Nainokanoka to Empakaai Crater

After an early morning breakfast, you will meet your driver guide at your hotel in Arusha, and they will pick you up and depart from Arusha in the morning and drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Arrive at Nainokanoka, where your trek begins with a local Maasai guide and armed ranger.
Hike through scenic highlands, passing Maasai settlements and grazing cattle.
Stop at Olmoti Crater for spectacular views before continuing to Empakaai Crater.
Descend into the crater, where thousands of flamingos gather along the lake’s shores.
Overnight camping at Empakaai Crater Rim.

Main Destination:

Empakaai Crater (Ngorongoro Highlands)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Trek from Empakaai to Nayobi Village

Enjoy a sunrise view over Empakaai Crater before starting the trek.
Walk through remote trails with panoramic views of Ol Doinyo Lengai (Tanzania’s active volcano).
Pass through dense forests and open grasslands rich in birdlife and wildlife.
Arrive at Nayobi, a small Maasai village, where you will interact with the local community.
Overnight camping near Nayobi village.

Main Destination:

Nayobi District

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Trek from Nayobi to Acacia Camp (Near Lake Natron)

Continue trekking along scenic ridges, with views of the Great Rift Valley below.
Walk through dry, open landscapes leading toward the base of Ol Doinyo Lengai.
Set up camp at Acacia Camp, offering a peaceful setting beneath the stars.
Enjoy storytelling and cultural experiences with local Maasai guides.

Main Destination:

Lake Natron

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Descend to Lake Natron & Explore the Area

Trek down to the shores of Lake Natron, known for its high alkaline waters and flamingo populations.
Visit the Engare Sero waterfalls for a refreshing swim.
Optional: Hike to the base of Ol Doinyo Lengai for stunning volcanic landscapes.
Relax at the campsite near Lake Natron.

Main Destination:

Lake Natron

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Natron Activities & Departure

Enjoy a sunrise walk along Lake Natron, capturing incredible birdlife and reflections.
Visit Maasai communities for insights into their daily lives and traditions.
After breakfast, drive back to Arusha and drop you off at the hotel or any drop-off point you choose. This marks the end of your unforgettable trekking adventure with Nyange Adventures.

Main Destination:

Lake Natron

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.