About Enkai Africa
About Enkai Africa
Luxury Safaris & Camps
Where our name comes from:
Mt. Lenkai (also known as Ol’doinyo Lengai) rises about 2100 meters above the East African Valley floor to 2880m.
Ol’doinyo Lenkai means “Mountain of God”, and it originates from the Maa language (Maasai’s language) from the Ngorongoro area.
The Maasai people conduct prayers to “Enkai” or “Engai”, whom the Maasai believe is the creator of all things on this active volcanic mountain.
Ol’doinyo Lengai is the only active volcanic mountain in the East African Rift Valley region, which attracts many geologists worldwide for research purposes.
It is the only active volcano on Earth spewing lava with temperatures so low that the lava appears black in sunlight, rather than having the red glow familiar to most lava.
For the Maasai people, God dominates both life and death. Their daily life allows for expressions showing reverence and thanks to the divinity through their prayer rituals during significant ceremonies.
“There is something about safari life that makes you forget all your sorrows and feel as if you had drunk half a bottle of champagne — bubbling over with heartfelt gratitude for being alive. ”
Where our name comes from:
Mt. Lenkai (also known as Ol’doinyo Lengai) rises about 2100 meters above the East African Valley floor to 2880m.
Ol’doinyo Lenkai means “Mountain of God”, and it originates from the Maa language (Maasai’s language) from the Ngorongoro area.
The Maasai people conduct prayers to “Enkai” or “Engai”, whom the Maasai believe is the creator of all things on this active volcanic mountain.
Ol’doinyo Lengai is the only active volcanic mountain in the East African Rift Valley region, which attracts many geologists worldwide for research purposes.
It is the only active volcano on Earth spewing lava with temperatures so low that the lava appears black in sunlight, rather than having the red glow familiar to most lava.
For the Maasai people, God dominates both life and death. Their daily life allows for expressions showing reverence and thanks to the divinity through their prayer rituals during significant ceremonies.
“There is something about safari life that makes you forget all your sorrows and feel as if you had drunk half a bottle of champagne — bubbling over with heartfelt gratitude for being alive. ”
EXCITING ADVENTURES
Wild & Exciting
Tanzania is graced with several species of animals scattered all over the country in
different parks. Get a chance to observe these animals through our affordable and
organised wildlife safaris led by qualified and experienced tour guides.
Take a hot air balloon safari across the majestic Serengeti and experience a once in
a lifetime adventure.
Sundowners have been an essential part of traditional safari life. Have drinks while
watching the sun go down in a magical, memorable and romantic setting that will be
an unforgettable experience.
HISTORY & CULTURE
ANCIENT & INTERESTING
Learn and get to experience the prosperous cultural livelihoods of the Maasai people by visiting their villages and interacting with them in their cultural settings.
Tanzania has several species of birds, thus providing bird watchers and enthusiasts with an excellent opportunity to observe them in their natural habitats through either the naked eye or through a visual enhancement device like a pair of binoculars and telescope.
One of the most important paleoanthropological sites in the world has proven invaluable in furthering understanding of early human evolution.
The moving black dune is composed of volcanic ash from the nearby volcanic Oldoinyo Lengai mountain. It moves slowly westwards across the Ngorongoro plains at a rate of about 15 to 20 metres per year.
EXCITING ADVENTURES
Wild & Exciting
Tanzania is graced with several species of animals scattered all over the country in
different parks. Get a chance to observe these animals through our affordable and
organised wildlife safaris led by qualified and experienced tour guides.
Take a hot air balloon safari across the majestic Serengeti and experience a once in
a lifetime adventure.
Sundowners have been an essential part of traditional safari life. Have drinks while
watching the sun go down in a magical, memorable and romantic setting that will be
an unforgettable experience.
HISTORY & CULTURE
ANCIENT & INTERESTING
Learn and get to experience the prosperous cultural livelihoods of the Maasai people by visiting their villages and interacting with them in their cultural settings.
Tanzania has several species of birds, thus providing bird watchers and enthusiasts with an excellent opportunity to observe them in their natural habitats through either the naked eye or through a visual enhancement device like a pair of binoculars and telescope.
One of the most important paleoanthropological sites in the world has proven invaluable in furthering understanding of early human evolution.
The moving black dune is composed of volcanic ash from the nearby volcanic Oldoinyo Lengai mountain. It moves slowly westwards across the Ngorongoro plains at a rate of about 15 to 20 metres per year.
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