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Lake Chala Day Trip
Tour Overview
Escape the city for a day of adventure at the serene and breathtaking Lake Chala. Nestled on the border between Tanzania and Kenya, this stunning crater lake is a hidden gem surrounded by lush landscapes and ancient volcanic walls. This full-day tour perfectly blends nature, scenic hiking, and relaxation.
Discover the lake’s natural beauty with a guided hike along the crater rim, enjoy a peaceful picnic lunch by the shimmering waters, and take time to swim or explore at your own pace. Ideal for nature lovers and those seeking a refreshing escape from Arusha, the Lake Chala Day Trip promises a memorable experience filled with tranquility and breathtaking views.
Highlights:
– Scenic drive from Arusha through picturesque landscapes
– Stunning views of turquoise Lake Chala
– Guided hike along the crater rim with insights into the area’s geology and history
– Picnic lunch in a serene natural setting
– Swimming and optional leisure activities by the lake
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Day Itinerary
Depart from Arusha early in the morning for a scenic drive toward the stunning Lake Chala, located near the Tanzania-Kenya border. The journey takes you through charming rural landscapes with views of Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance.
Upon arrival at the lake, take in the breathtaking scenery of its turquoise waters surrounded by ancient volcanic walls. A guided hike along the crater rim offers the chance to explore the area’s unique landscape while learning about its geological and cultural significance.
After the hike, enjoy a delicious picnic lunch in the tranquil setting by the lake. Relax, soak in the serenity, or opt for a refreshing swim in the clear waters.
Spend leisure time exploring additional trails or capturing scenic photos before starting the return journey to Arusha. Arrive back in the early evening with cherished memories of this picturesque adventure.
Included
- Park entrance fees
- Professional English-speaking guide
- 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for game viewing
- Picnic lunch
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Excluded
- Optional activities (e.g., canoeing safari)
- Gratuities (optional)
- Personal expenses
- Tips
- Flights
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Our overall experience - described under Review tips We were two families consisting of six adults. The trip was very well organized with a lot of personal care. The hotel / camp tents we stayed in Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorangoro were in scenic locations and had good amenities. The driver cum guide of the van was very pleasant and very knowledgeable about the different birds and animals. We were therefore able to spot all the big five (rhino from a distance, but all others at close quarters). Needless to say we thoroughly enjoyed the trip. The cost was also reasonable and I would therefore highly recommendPosted on Tripadvisor![]()
Shankar NVerified
A great experience of Eastern african game parks, best value for money! Gonna Safaris provided a truly memorable experience on this tour of Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro. This was a four day tour, starting and ending in Arusha. We were a party of four, comprising of two families. We flew into Arusha on the first morning and were met at the airport by Ms Halimaa, from the tour operators. We left for Tarangire in short order in the Safari jeep, a Toyota landcruiser in top condition. Our driver, Mr Deryck, was excellent company besides being a first-class driver. The weather stayed good throughout. We covered Tarangire on day 1, Serengeti (via Ngorongoro) on Day2 and day 3, and Ngorongo on Day 4, to return to Arusha by the evening of day 4. We were again met by Ms Halimaa, who guided us to a nice restaurant for dinner, since we had the time, before dropping us in Kilimanjaro for our return flight. Thanks to the immaculate planing by the tour operators, we saw just about every animal we were told to expect/not to expect, in the three parks. And almost all of them at close quarters. The Landcruiser had onboard wifi, and the arrangements for stay were excellent on all three nights, with the people in the camping sites being extremely courteous and welcoming. About the only difficulty we had, being vegans, were with the food in a couple of places, but even those were minor and we were able to adjust. I would rate this as one of the best organised tours I have undertaken, and great value for money.Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
aksureshVerified
Best Safari experience ever ! You will have an amazing experience. Everything is perfectly organized ! Goanna Safari is unique and with Damian as your guide you will be entertained ! He will make you feel at home and has A LOT of knowledge about animals. You will have delicious food during the safari. There is nothing bad to say about GOANNA SAFARI ! The most amazing guide and safari tour is waiting for u !Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
Samuel PVerified
Exceptional safari experience!! This was a great family safari experience with kids. The tour was very well organized by Halima. She helped us in planning the safari and guiding us with all our questions we had. Our safari driver/guide Wilson was very friendly and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend Goanna Safaris to everyone planning a visit to Tanzania.Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
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