Ol Doinyo Lengai, Active volcano in Ngorongoro District, Tanzania.
At 2,960 meters elevation, Ol Doinyo Lengai features two craters at its summit with frequent eruptions from the northern section.
The volcano's summit exploration began between 1904 and 1915, marking the first scientific documentation of its geological characteristics.
The local Maasai and Sonjo communities name this mountain 'The Mountain of God' and integrate it into their traditional religious practices.
Access to the volcano requires advanced physical preparation and climbing permits, with guided ascents typically starting before sunrise.
This volcano produces natrocarbonatite lava that flows at temperatures of 540°C, turning from black to white upon exposure to moisture.
Location: Ngorongoro District
Elevation above the sea: 2,960 m
Made from material: carbonatite
GPS coordinates: -2.75955,35.91409
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:39
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