Best time to Visit Mount Ol doinyo Lengai

Mount Ol doinyo Lengai - The summit of this strato-volcano is 2962 metres above sea level, and affords direct views into the caldera of Tanzania’s only officially-certified active volcano


Best time to visit Mount Ol doinyo Lengai


Mount Ol doinyo Lengai, also known as the "Mountain of God", is an active volcano located in northern Tanzania. It is one of the few active carbonatite volcanoes in the world, with eruptions that produce a unique black lava composed of sodium and potassium carbonate minerals.

Mount Ol doinyo Lengai is considered a sacred mountain by the Maasai people who live in the surrounding area. The mountain is also popular among hikers and climbers due to its challenging climb and unique geological features.

The best time to climb Mount Ol doinyo Lengai is during the dry season, which runs from June to October and from December to March. During the rainy season, the mountain can be slippery and difficult to climb. The climb is challenging, but rewarding, with stunning views of the surrounding landscape and the opportunity to see unique geological formations up close.