10 Days & 9 Nights – Luxury Ngorongoro Highlands Hiking Safari (Tanzania)

Discover the Wild—Journey into Nature’s Untamed Heart

  • 10 days

Overview

10 Days & 9 Nights – Luxury Ngorongoro Highlands Hiking Safari (Tanzania)

(A Journey Through Craters, Volcanoes & Timeless Landscapes)

Trip Highlights:

Discover the wild heart of northern Tanzania on this 10-day luxury hiking safari through the Ngorongoro Highlands, where ancient volcanic landscapes meet Maasai traditions and some of Africa’s most breathtaking wildlife encounters.
Trek across rolling grasslands, along the rim of the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, into the mystical Empakaai Crater, and finally to the active Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano — the “Mountain of God.”
Stay in handpicked luxury tented camps and lodges, enjoy guided bush walks, and immerse yourself in local Maasai culture — all while being surrounded by Africa’s raw natural beauty.

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Tour Plan

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where your private guide will greet you and transfer you to your luxurious lodge in Arusha. Enjoy a relaxing evening with views of Mount Meru.
Accommodation: Gran Meliá Arusha / Legendary Lodge
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast

Day 2: Arusha – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stop at Mto wa Mbu village for a cultural walk and local market visit.
Arrive at your luxury lodge on the crater rim in time for lunch and sunset views over the vast Ngorongoro Crater.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge / The Highlands Ngorongoro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Full-Day Game Drive in Ngorongoro Crater

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.”
Explore the lush floor teeming with lions, elephants, rhinos, hippos, and flocks of flamingos. Enjoy a picnic lunch beside a hippo pool before ascending back to the rim for dinner.
Accommodation: The Highlands Ngorongoro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Trek to Olmoti Crater

After breakfast, begin your guided trek to the Olmoti Crater — a serene walk through montane forests and open grasslands, home to buffalo and eland.
Visit the Munge Waterfall and enjoy a picnic lunch at the crater rim.
Accommodation: The Highlands Ngorongoro / Luxury Wilderness Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner



Day 5: Hike from Olmoti to Empakaai Crater

Trek through scenic highlands dotted with Maasai villages. Upon arrival at Empakaai Crater, descend to the crater floor where flamingos cover the soda lake.
The emerald-green slopes and tranquility make this one of the most beautiful hikes in Tanzania.
Accommodation: Empakaai Luxury Wilderness Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Empakaai – Naiyobi Village (Maasai Cultural Trail)

Today’s hike takes you across open plains toward Naiyobi, a traditional Maasai village on the edge of the highlands.
Meet the local Maasai community, learn about their pastoral lifestyle, and enjoy an evening of storytelling and dance by the campfire.
Accommodation: Naiyobi Wilderness Camp (Luxury Mobile Camp)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7: Naiyobi – Rift Valley Escarpment – Acacia Camp

Descend from the highlands into the Great Rift Valley, enjoying sweeping views of the plains below and the sacred Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano.
Arrive at your private luxury camp set beneath the acacia trees.
Accommodation: Acacia Luxury Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8: Hike to Lake Natron & Optional Ol Doinyo Lengai Summit

Early morning hike toward Lake Natron, an otherworldly alkaline lake famous for its pink flamingos.
For the adventurous, an optional night ascent of Ol Doinyo Lengai (the only active carbonatite volcano on Earth) can be arranged with expert guides.
Accommodation: Lake Natron Camp (Luxury Tented)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 9: Lake Natron – Relaxation & Scenic Exploration

Spend the day exploring the lake shore, waterfalls, and natural pools. Relax with a massage or sundowner while watching flamingos paint the horizon pink.
Accommodation: Lake Natron Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 10: Lake Natron – Arusha – Departure

After breakfast, drive or fly back to Arusha. Enjoy a farewell lunch before transferring to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

 

Cost of Safari:

Available on request – tailored to group size, season, and luxury level.

 

Package Includes:

  • All airport transfers

  • Professional English-speaking mountain and safari guides

  • All luxury accommodations & meals as per itinerary

  • Fully serviced trekking support (chef, porters, camping gear)

  • Park, camping, and crater fees

  • Cultural visits & guided walks

  • Purified water during treks

 

Package Excludes:

  • International flights & visas

  • Travel & medical insurance

  • Tips for guides, porters & drivers

  • Optional Ol Doinyo Lengai climb

  • Personal trekking gear



Price Table

Prices may vary from time to time. Please contact us for accurate price during your chosen dates.

Tour Amenities

  • Car Parking
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Free Coupons
  • Smoking Allowed
  • Laundry service
  • Wireless Internet

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Tour Information

  • Max Guests: 6
  • Min Age: 5+

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Email Us: info@breathofthewilderness.com

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