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Lake Natron

Set against the Rift Wall is the only active volcano in Tanzania, Oldoinya Lengai (the Mountain of God).   An overnight ascent lit only by moonlight is an unforgettable and mystical experience. At the lowest point of the Rift valley in East Africa sits this shallow soda lake. Volcanic activity releases Sodium Carbonate (Soda) which is washed down to this lake where  evaporation causes high concentrations.

This environment supports algae and zooplankton upon which the flamingos filter feed. The lake is highly alkali and thus is an ideal location for flamingos to feed and to breed while enjoying relative security from predators. Every evening thousands of pink flamingos fly overhead, exposing the deep garnet feathers under their wings. Surrounding the waters edge is a huge expanse of lake flats ideal for walks.

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River camp site

In the shadows of towering escarpments, with fine vista’s from the view point to Oldoinyo Lenagi. The long established public camp site, offers basic facilities but good location for those who are lured up the steep slopes of Lengai. Other benefits are its proximity to a year round river running through a steep gorge with a series of three waterfalls. Good to spend a few days here after a Crater highland walk.

Lake Natron safari camp

With fine views to Oldoinyo Lengai and the majestic Lake Natron this is a safari camp with a difference, an original concept from the traditional safari style set up but still very comfortable in every way. The well hidden tents are placed parallel to a stream all equipped with shower and toilet tents… the camp is hidden under Bedu shade cloth which provides for an open yet private setting that is cool and comfortable.

With only six rooms, the Natron Camp provides a high level of comfort and service and maintains intimate contact with the bush and the sounds of the African night. Each tent is furnished with full size beds, quality linen and blankets, bedside table, electric reading lamps, rugs, tables and chairs. A steward attends to each living tent daily with meals served in the dining tent. Drinks are available from a well stocked bar.

Lake Natron tented camp

Lake Natron Tented Camp is a simple tented camp taken over by the Dutch group of Moivaro bush camps. As of 2006 it has been undergoing renovations to keep it in line with the same standard as the other camps. Location is north of Oldonyo Lengai, commonly known as the Mountain of Gods. The camp is tucked away at the base of the towering escarpment wall that leads of into the Gol Mountains. This whole area is a walkers play ground, there are waterfalls to visit and the Lake Natron itself with its breeding Lesser East African Flamingo. Base your self at the camp for a few nights and tackle Oldoinyo Lengai itself.

Ngaresero Lake Natron Tented Camp

Built around a central ‘Bedu Tent’, camouflaging the entire camp, while providing a cool, comfortable, and pest free environment, the Ngare Sero Lake Natron Tented camp provides superb panoramic views of the Rift Valley in all directions. The Camp is located
on the southern end of Lake Natron on old volcanic flows at the edge of the lake flats.

With only eight rooms, our Natron Camp provides a high level of comfort and service and maintains intimate contact with the Bush and the sounds of the African night. Each tent is furnished with full size beds, quality linen and blankets, bedside table, electric reading lamps, rugs, tables and chairs and has its own shower and toilet tent.

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are served in a central boma area. This is the common tent and a good place to relax with a drink from the bar.
A steward attends to each Living tent and will make beds and do laundry daily.