07/01/2023
Lake Natron is a luxury safari lodge, offering access to the Northern Circuit national parks and reserves.
The landscape here is of unprecedented raw beauty; a
dramatic lava desert with a high alkaline lake in a depression
created by the Rift Valley.
The grounds are spacious and offer a variety of accommodation options, from simple Safari tents to the ultimate in Glamping Luxe.
The air-conditioned LuxuryGlamping accommodations are complete with raised wooden deck, living room and beautiful rustic wooden interior. Safari Comfort accommodations
are spacious and comfortable, with exterior canvas walls, a concrete floor and a permanent bathroom.
The swimming pool, with sunbeds and parasols, is embedded in the surrounding landscape and offers a
beautiful view of the neighbouring Mount Ol Doinyo Lengai, a still active, unique and intriguing volcano.From the elevated restaurant with reception and bar, the view of the accommodation, the flamingo lake, the striding giraffes and galloping zebras and the volcano itself is indescribable.The idyllic location close to the shores of the sometimes strikingly red open waters of the mineral-rich 'soda' lake sets the tone for the accommodation base.
Open all year round - 365 days - 24/7
LOCATION
Along the shores of Lake Natron
By road there are several options leading to the accommodation;
through the Serengeti at the exit of Klein's Gate or from Arusha via Longido or Kigongoni (Mto wa Mbu) are the most common. Located along the future Trans Africa Highway with comfortable stretches of tarmac.
A private charter flight can be arranged on request.
FACILITIES
Everything you need (and more)
- Reception area
- Bar and restaurant
- Swimming pool
- Safari Comfort Accommodation
- Safari Luxury Glamping
Accommodation / AC
- Safari tents and Campsite: with
shared toilets and shower
- Free WIFI in restaurant and bar
- Electricity on solar energy and
generator
- Water heated by solar energy
- 24 hr security
- Open four-wheel-drive or safari
jeep with pop-up roof for hire (no
self-drive) on request
PARK INFORMATION
What you should know
Africa Safari Lake Natron is located outside a national park but within the Lake Natron Game Controlled Area. WMA- and village fees are
applicable, as well as a CBO fee for all activities.
Safari Comfort
bungalow / Air
Conditioned
Safari Luxury
Glamping
accommodation /
Air Conditioned
Safari tent 5 1+1 Number of rooms Guests per room
Bedroom size (sqm)
Bathroom size (sqm)
Balcony size (sqm)
Total room size (sqm)
King size bed
Sofa/single bed
Bunk bed
Additional single bed (on request)
Indoors seating area
Air Conditioning
Fan
Safe box
Pool towel
Mosquito net
Complimentary toiletries
Drinking water
Torch/flash light
Charging points (phone and camera)
Charging points (phone and camera)
WHY GO
THERE?
Breathtaking landscapes
Affordable accommodation
Perfect place to stay between Lake
Manyara and Serengeti
Good facilities
Nearby excursions
Special Honeymoon and Wedding
packages
Free of Charge use of pool towels,
safebox and WiFi
Safari Luxury Glamping /
Air Conditioned
Maximum occupancy
4 guests
Sleeping under a tent is always special. The feeling of being so
close to nature gives an extra special dimension to your stay.
The Safari Comfort Accommodation is a spacious
accommodation of 60 m2 and is furnished with a king-size bed
and a single bed. An extra single bed can be placed on request.
A semi-private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a European
toilet and a washbasin, a comfortable sitting area and plenty of cupboard space complete the room. Outside, a 10 m2 balcony
with a view of the lake is at your disposal, equipped with chairs.
There are 5 units available.
Double bed (180 x 200) and a single bed (90 x 200) Inside and outside seating area Bathroom fully equipped with walk-in shower
Quality mattress and bed linen
Charging points for mobile phones and cameras, Mosquito net, Standing fan, Balcony
Safari Luxury Glamping /
Air Conditioned
Maximum occupancy
6, 5 or 3 guests
A canvas accommodation with all the needed luxury inside, and the sounds of the Lake Natron's nature outside. The Safari Luxury Glamping Accommodation is available with different bed set-ups:
- 5 x a 75 m2 accommodation, equipped with a king-size bed and
two bunk beds. Complete with air conditioning, a seating area, a
kitchenette, a walk-in shower, a European toilet and a washbasin.
- 2 x a 83 m2 accommodation with a king-size bed and two single beds. An extra single bed can be placed on request. Complete with air conditioning, a seating area, a walk-in shower, a European toilet and a washbasin.- 2 x a 53 m2 accommodation, equipped with a king-size bed.An extra single bed can be placed on request. Complete with air conditioning, a walk-in shower, a European toilet and a
washbasin
King-size bed (180 x 200) and single bed (90 x 200)
Air Conditioning
Fully equipped bathroom with walk-in shower
Charging points for mobile phones and cameras
Coffee and tea facilities
Standing fan
Quality mattress and bed linen
Mosquito net
Balcony
Safari Tent
Maximum Occupancy 2 guests
Small but cozy, basic but effective, perfect and at low cost.
The Safari tents are situated almost next to the pool, overviewing
the whole property.
With 2 single beds inside and a small seating area outside, it's
the perfect accommodation for those who want to go back to
basics.
There are 5 tents available.
Shared toilet and (hot water) shower facilities
Close to the pool, restaurant and bar
Private location
Very suitable for overland trucks, budget groups
and backpackers
Campsite
Next to the Safari tents, we have a campsite available.
Set up your own tent, and enjoy the luxury of the camp's facilities.
Camping is fun because it is an experience. Not only are you
involved with nature and wildlife, but you also leave behind the
stresses and strains of your everyday life.
As you pitch your tent and get to know the world around you,
you make memories that will last a lifetime.
Shared toilet and (hot water) shower facilities
Close to the pool, restaurant and bar
Private location
Very suitable for overland trucks, budget groups and backpackers
TAWA Game
Controlled Area
and CBO fee
By paying the WMA fee, guests have access to the Lake Natron Game Controlled Area, which surrounds our camp. The village of Engaresero has a CBO (Community Based
Organisation) which manages all
the activities and provides Maasai guides to accompany you on all your excursions. These Maasai guides have extensive knowledge of the area and are very pleasant company
Ol Doinyo Lengai,
The Mountain of God
"Ol Doinyo Lengai" means "The Mountain of
God" in the Maasai language. The top of this
volcano lies 2962 metres above sea level and
offers a direct view into the caldera of Tanzania's
only officially recognised active volcano. It has
erupted twice this century and is known for its
unique low- temperature carbonatite lava.
A moonlit night climb to the top of the famous
"Mountain of God" is an unforgettable and
mystical experience, but also one of the most
challenging 1-day climbs in East Africa!
This trip is not for the faint-hearted or
inexperienced, but it is worth it for the unrivalled
views from the top at sunrise.
On a clear day, you can see the peaks of Mt.
Meru and Mt. Kilimanjaro pierce the horizon
to the east. To the north, you can see as far as
the tip of Lake Natron, where the shores border
Kenya. In the west, you can see the slope of the Sale Plains to the Gol Mountains, a view so
spectacular that it does not seem real!
Highlights
Amazing sceneries
Spectacular birdlife
View over Lake Natron
and Ol Doinyo Lengai
WIFI by satellite Only 0.2 Km from the
mainroad
Luxury glamping
accommodation with air-conditioning
Swimming
pool
The experience of
sleeping under canvas
Perfect overnight
between Lake Manyara
and Serengeti
Activities with CBO
Maasai guide
All beds have big mosquito nets
Activities
1 2
FLAMINGO LAKE WALK
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Lake Natron in the Rift Valley is the preferred mating
ground of the endangered Lesser flamingo. This guided
walk departs from the camp. The best time to see these
birds at Lake Natron: Natron flamingos normally lay their
eggs at the end of the dry season in September and
October, and hatching reaches its peak in December. It is
an amazing sight when the grey chicks are strong enough
to be led to fresh water by their parents.
FOOTPRINTS OF HUMANOIDS
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The Engaresero Footprint Site, located on the south side of
Lake Natron, 13 km from Africa Safari Lake Natron, is said to
contain the best preserved fossilised human footprints in
the world. The more than 400 footprints form the largest
group of footprints found in Africa, are between 5.000 and
19.000 years old, and came to the attention of scientists in 2008
NGARE SERO WATERFALL
-
The moderate one-hour walk along the
western edge of Lake Natron, leads to a
series of narrow gorges and waterfalls
of the Ngare Sero River. Hiking, rock
climbing, wading through the river
(sometimes up to your thighs) leads you to a magical place where you can actually swim in the slot canyons, take a refreshing shower under the waterfall or just enjoy the view. You will be accompanied by a Maasai guide from the local cultural centre. A refreshing activity on a hot day at Lake Natron
OL DOINYO LENGAI ASCENT
-
One hour before midnight, your driver will take you to the foot of Ol Doinyo Lengai to start the ascent at midnight.
The duration of the climb and descent combined is 7-9 hours. You will be accompanied by a Maasai from the local cultural centre. Before you start this trip, you should understand that it is a tough and challenging climb.
WALK THROUGH THE VILLAGE OF ENGARESERO
-
Take a guided walk through the village of Engaresero (6 km from
the camp) and meet Maasai men, elders, warriors, women with their beadwork and their children. You will learn about Maasai pastoralism and their pride, culture and traditions.
Safari Jeep
-
An open four-wheel drive or a safari jeep with pop-up roof for hire on request, including driver and fuel. Your driver guide is very knowledgeable and will make sure to give you as much time as you need to ask questions, take pictures and
enjoy the incredible landscape.
DEVELOPMENTS
-
All the main roads in the area are now maintained by
Tanroads. Between Mto wa Mbu (Lake Manyara) and
Klein's gate, there are plans to construct an asphalt
road to make travel for Tanzanians and tourists
more comfortable. (almost 50 km has already been
completed). TANESCO (Tanzania's electricity company)
is also working on improving the electricity network, by
constructing power lines between the 2 destinations
Most common
wildlife in the
area
Elephant
Hyena
Impala
Lion
Leopard
Buffalo
Wildebeest
Giraffe
Zebra
Lesser
Flamingo
Glossy Ibis
Martial eagle
Black heron
Silvery-cheeked
hornbill
A massive variety of birds and birds of prey.
Airstrip / Airport
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Nearest airstrip - Engaresero
Airstrip - 8 km / 0.5 driving hrs by
vehicle
Alternative airstrip - Lobo,
Serengeti - 163 km / 4 driving hrs
by vehicle
Nearest domestic airport - Arusha
Airport (ARK) - 213 km / 5 driving
hrs by vehicle
From Safari
Lake Natron to...
-
Serengeti National Park Klein ́s
Gate entrance - 140 km Lake
Manyara - 110 km
Ol Doinyo Lengai - 20 km
Ngare Sero waterfalls 10 km
Good to know
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Altitude: 600 mtr
Day time temp: +/- 35ºC
Night time temp: +/- 25ºC
Green season: Dec, Jan and Feb
ACCOMMODATION
Safari Comfort (5)
Safari Luxury Glamping (9)
Safari Tent (5)
Campsite
MEALPLAN
Bed and breakfast
Half board
Full board
CREDIT CARD - CURRENCY
Master card / Visa card
TZS, USD and Euro
