Lake Natron Tented Camp is one of the few camps at
Lake Natron, far from the tourist track and in a fascinating
setting on the slopes of Mountain Oldonyo Lengai and the Lake
Natron. It is the ideal stopover for those who want to climb
Oldonyo Lengai, visit Lake Natron with its flamingoes and other
lake birds, and take the adventurous route to Serengeti through
Loliondo Game Controlled area to Lobo's Gate, instead of the
road at Ngorongoro Crater.
Accommodation
Unique in its setting, Lake Natron Camp is set back in a grove
of trees slightly removed from the dusty terrain of the lake.
Reasonably priced, modern and clean safari tents offer comfortable
beds, ensuite showers and a verandah with your own private
view. A fully stocked bar and restaurant with view over Lake
Natron ensure you have a cold drink and good food in the evening.
And the small swimming pool helps to cool off at the end of
dusty Safari day.
There is also a basic campsite in pleasant
lawns under shady acacias. Facilities include flush toilet
and showers.
Activities around the lodge
Climbing Oldonyo Lengai can be arranged with highly experienced
guides. No special equipment is required but it is a hard
climb to the top due to the steepness of the mountain. You
depart the camp around midnight, climb in the early morning
hours to reach the top for sunrise. On the top at 2.890m you'll
be rewarded with the fantastic views of Lake Natron and the
surrounding landscape. Oldonyo Lengai is still active.
But there is also good (and easier...) walking
around the lake. For example you can visit nearby freshwater
waterfalls, where you can swim.
The lake is home to thousands of lesser
flamingo's and it is one of the most important flamingo breeding
grounds on earth.
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