Flamingos, waterfalls and Maasai country at Lake Natron, then down to the Ngorongoro Crater.
A wilder, less-visited corner of the north. Walk to the Engare Sero waterfall, watch flamingos on the soda flats and, if you’re fit and keen, climb Ol Doinyo Lengai overnight. The trip finishes with a morning in the Ngorongoro Crater.
Best time: June to December
Drive north through Mto wa Mbu and Maasai country to Natron. Late afternoon walk to the lake shore.
Morning walk up the river gorge to the waterfall. Afternoon visit to the ancient footprints and the flamingo flats.
Drive back south to Karatu, with a stop in Mto wa Mbu.
Morning in the crater, then return to Arusha.
A 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof, a window seat for everyone, charging points, a cool box with drinking water and a pair of binoculars.
Yes, and we love planning family trips. We choose family-friendly camps, keep driving days shorter and build in pool time. Some camps have minimum ages, which we’ll flag when we plan.
Most days start early to catch animals at their most active, break for lunch and a rest when it’s hot, then head out again in the late afternoon. Your guide will adapt the day to what you want to see.
A deposit of 30% confirms your booking, and the balance is due 60 days before you arrive. We accept bank transfer, and card payments can be arranged. Full details are in our booking terms.
Our prices include park fees, accommodation, meals as listed, your guide and vehicle, and airport transfers. International flights, visas, travel insurance and tips are not included. Every proposal lists exactly what’s covered.
3 days
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6 days
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7 days
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