Situated on the north side of Mount Meru, not far from the
irrigated fields of Ngarenanyuki and the Molela gate of Arusha
National Park, Mkuru Camel Camp is easily recognizable from a
distance because of the pyramid shaped Ol Doinyo Landaree
mountain. A Maasai dominated region, there are traditional
bomas scattered throughout and one gets to see the Maasai way of life.
The area around the camp is alive with birs and small mammals, and zebra
and giraffe in the plains to the north, which is also a corridor for elephants.
irrigated fields of Ngarenanyuki and the Molela gate of Arusha
National Park, Mkuru Camel Camp is easily recognizable from a
distance because of the pyramid shaped Ol Doinyo Landaree
mountain. A Maasai dominated region, there are traditional
bomas scattered throughout and one gets to see the Maasai way of life.
The area around the camp is alive with birs and small mammals, and zebra
and giraffe in the plains to the north, which is also a corridor for elephants.
The following is on offer:
- Baboon cave safari
- Climbing Ol Doinyo Landaree
- Visit to a traditional healer
- A walk to Mguru, an archeological place
Camel safaris
Camel safaris ranging from one to six days can be arranged.
Mount Kilimanjaro safari
3 days / 2 nights from Mkuru to Ngare Nairobi.
This is an excellent trekking experirnce to the 'Roof of Africa' with Maasai guides through the elephant corridor and beautiful landscape rich in flora and fauna.
3 days / 2 nights from Mkuru to Ngare Nairobi.
This is an excellent trekking experirnce to the 'Roof of Africa' with Maasai guides through the elephant corridor and beautiful landscape rich in flora and fauna.
Mount Longido camel safari
3 days/ 2 nights from Mkuru to Longido
This is a short but intense adventure through the plains below Mt. Meru where the Maasai steppe becomes wild. You come across several plains game and birds.
3 days/ 2 nights from Mkuru to Longido
This is a short but intense adventure through the plains below Mt. Meru where the Maasai steppe becomes wild. You come across several plains game and birds.
Oldonyo Lengai safari
5 days/4 nights from Kitumbaine to Oldonyo Lengai
This includes the adventure of riding a camel, sleeping in the bush and knowing the real Maasai culture. Reach Ngorongoro through the plains between Gelai and Kitumbaine mountains, which are full of wildlife. In the evenings, relax by the campfire, listening to the sounds of the savannah.
This includes the adventure of riding a camel, sleeping in the bush and knowing the real Maasai culture. Reach Ngorongoro through the plains between Gelai and Kitumbaine mountains, which are full of wildlife. In the evenings, relax by the campfire, listening to the sounds of the savannah.
Lake Natron safari
7 days/ 6 nights from Mkuru to Lake Natron
Pass the mountains of Kitumbaine and Gelai towards Lake Natron, which is full of flamingos. The Oldonyo Lengai will be the orientation point for the last 3 days of the safari. The animals, Maasai and dream landscapes make this safari a memorable experience.
Pass the mountains of Kitumbaine and Gelai towards Lake Natron, which is full of flamingos. The Oldonyo Lengai will be the orientation point for the last 3 days of the safari. The animals, Maasai and dream landscapes make this safari a memorable experience.
(For those with limited time, a camel safari of 1 night/ 2 days can be organised on request)
Where to stay
Mkuru Camel Camp offers camping facilities that are included in specified package rates. A tented camp at Mkuru has 7 big permanent tents that can accommodate up to 20 pax. Meals are prepared by the camp staff who can also accompany the tourists on flying camp safari of several days. Internet facilities are available just nearby the camp It is recommended to book a visit to Mkuru through Tanzania Tourist Board-Tourist Information Centre in Arusha town or through your tour operator. You can also inform Mkuru in advance about your arrival or book your visit directly through our websiteTour Guides
The Local Guides were born and raised in the area and will guide you in English. They have good experience in guiding tourists in the area. Their bush navigation skills are outstandingGetting there
Mkuru is located about 55kms North of Arusha town. Its a 40 minutes drive via Arusha-Nairobi high way where after 45 kms on a tarmac road one will find a sign post just past Oldonyo sambu Maasai market and turn right on a rough road to the camp. From the main bus stand in Arusha catch a bus or shared taxi leaving for Namanga and get off at Oldonyo sambu, our staff will pick you there(Income from tourist visit will be used for paying salaries, guide fees, village contribution, running cost of the camp, trainings and transportation costs, improvement of education and life conditions of the Mkuru community.)
For further information contact:
Mkuru Camel Safari Cultural Tourism Programme
P.O Box 8342, Arusha, Tanzania
Tel; +255 (0) 784 724498, +255 (0) 0784 472475
Email: info@mkurucamelsafari.com
www.mkurucamelsafari.com
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