Located within the designated Ngorongoro Conservation Area, the Ngorongoro Highlands protect both the land and the traditional Maasai way of life. The Highlands offer a perfect balance between authentic wilderness experience and cultural encounters. This volcanic landscape is scattered with craters, lakes, fertile soil, and rolling hills.
This 5-day trekking tour takes you through grassy plains, mountainous countryside, thick mountain forests, and the savannah landscape of the Rift Valley. Apart from unique scenery and wildlife sightings, the trek allows deep insight into the daily life and traditions of the Maasai people.
Pickup from your hotel and drive to Mto wa Mbu with views of the Great Rift Valley. Continue into the Ngorongoro Conservation Area to Nainokanoka village. In the afternoon, hike to the rim of Olmoti Crater with an optional waterfall visit. Dinner and overnight at the camp (2,650 m altitude).
Plan Meal: Half Board
After breakfast, begin trekking with a Maasai guide and donkeys. Pass Maasai bomas and cattle herds, spotting wildlife such as gazelles, zebras, wildebeests, jackals, and birds. Trek approximately 16 km to Bulati campsite.
Plan Meal: Full Board
Trek through bushy landscapes with views of Oldonyo Lengai volcano. Reach Empakai Crater and descend to Lake Empakai, a soda lake attracting flamingos year-round. Enjoy dinner and overnight at camp.
Plan Meal: Full Board
Hike toward Naiyobi Maasai village with views of Oldonyo Lengai. After lunch, leave the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and continue trekking through warmer, drier terrain to Acacia Camp for overnight.
Plan Meal: Full Board
Final downhill trek with breathtaking views of Oldonyo Lengai, Lake Natron, and the Rift Valley. Descend into the ash-covered landscape of Engare Sero. Around lunchtime, meet your vehicle and transfer back to Arusha.
Plan Meal: Full Board
- Ngorongoro Highlands trekking according to itinerary
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Professional safari cook
- Maasai guide and donkeys
- Camping accommodation & equipment
- Meals according to itinerary
- Drinking water
- All national park fees
- All mentioned transfers
- Flying Doctors insurance (AMREF)
- Travel insurance
- Flights
- Alcoholic & soft drinks
- Visa fees
- Tips
- Personal spending money
