5-Day Longido & Lake Natron Trek - Great North Expeditions Tanzania

🥾 5-Day Longido & Lake Natron Trek

Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Safari Type: Walking Safari + Cultural Trek
Destinations: Longido Highlands, Maasai Villages, Lake Natron
Starting Point: Arusha, Tanzania
Ending Point: Lake Natron or return to Arusha

Safari Highlights

Trek through the remote Longido hills with Maasai warrior guides
Explore ancient volcanic terrain and traditional Maasai lands
Sleep under the stars in mobile fly camps
Visit Lake Natron’s flamingo breeding grounds
Cultural encounters in unspoiled communities
Optional extension to climb Ol Doinyo Lengai (“Mountain of God”)

🗓️ Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha → Longido Village – Trek Begins

Early transfer from Arusha to Longido (approx. 2.5 hrs)
Meet local Maasai guide and start trek into the Longido Hills
Learn about traditional bush survival skills, herbs, and tracking
Overnight at wilderness fly camp in the highlands
Accommodation: Mobile fly camp

Day 2: Longido Highlands Trekking

Full-day trek through forested slopes and open ridges
Wildlife sightings may include giraffes, antelopes, and birds of prey
Evening storytelling with Maasai elders around the campfire
Accommodation: Mobile fly camp

Day 3: Trek to Gelai Plain – Transfer to Lake Natron

Final walking segment across semi-arid plains toward Gelai
Meet driver and support vehicle for transfer to Lake Natron
Arrive at camp near the lake in the afternoon
Sunset views of Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano
Accommodation: Lake Natron Camp or Lodge

Day 4: Lake Natron Exploration

Morning walk to flamingo nesting sites on the lakeshore
Visit nearby waterfalls or explore Ngare Sero gorge
Optional Maasai village visit or evening cultural walk
Accommodation: Same lodge or tented camp

Day 5: Departure from Lake Natron

Early breakfast and departure
Overland transfer back to Arusha or continue to your next destination
Optional: Add Ol Doinyo Lengai night climb (pre-booking required)

Safari Booking

First Name

Last Name

Phone Number (WhatsApp preferred)

Number of Travelers

Start Date

End Date

Nationality (for park fees and visa advice)

Additional Information / Special Requests

✅ What’s Included

All trekking permits and park/conservation fees
Maasai warrior guides and full support crew
Professional safari guide and walking escort (with ranger where required)
Mobile fly camps (2 nights) and tented lodge (2 nights)
All meals during trek and stay
Bottled drinking water
Ground transportation from Arusha to Longido and from Lake Natron

❌ What’s Not Included

International flights and visa costs
Travel insurance (required for walking safaris)
Personal trekking gear (backpacks, boots, headlamps)
Optional Ol Doinyo Lengai climb
Tips for guides, cooks, and support team
Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks
Personal expenses or optional activities