Ngorongoro Crater Tour
Duration
1 Day
Physical Rating
Easy
Minimum Age
4 Years +
Starting From
$502.00
*Starting prices are listed per person in USD.
Destination Highlights
Trip Overview
Discover one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations on this full-day safari into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and International Biosphere Reserve. Often called “Africa’s Eden” or “the Eighth Wonder of the Natural World,” the crater is the largest intact, unfilled volcanic caldera on Earth. Formed over 2.5 million years ago when a massive volcano collapsed, it now shelters an extraordinary concentration of wildlife within its steep, forested walls.
The crater floor spans over 260 square kilometres (100 square miles) and is home to over 25,000 large animals, including the rare black rhino, big cats, and massive herds of wildebeest and zebra. It offers one of the best chances to see the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino) in a single day.
Highlights
- Descend 600 meters (2,000 feet) into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater
- Explore a diverse ecosystem of grassland, marshes, forests, and soda lakes
- High chances of spotting black rhino, lions, elephants, and flamingos
- Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch on the crater floor
- Expert-guided game drives in a 4×4 safari Land Cruiser
Full Itinerary
Best time to visit:
- June to October – Dry season, best wildlife viewing, comfortable temperature and excellent visibility
- Mid-December to March – Lush Landscape with possibility of light rain.
Day 1: Ngorongoro Crater Safari - Day Trip
Your safari adventure begins early at 6:00 AM, departing Arusha for the famous Ngorongoro Conservation Area. After a brief registration stop at Loduare Gate, you’ll descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder filled with an amazing variety of wildlife such as lions, elephants, zebras, buffaloes, hyenas, and the rare black rhino.
Enjoy a guided game drive across the crater floor, where both children and adults can marvel at the wide-open landscapes and exciting animal sightings. Around midday, you’ll stop at a scenic picnic area to enjoy your packed lunch, an enjoyable break surrounded by nature.
In the afternoon, continue exploring the crater before ascending and heading back to Arusha. You’ll arrive in the early evening with wonderful family memories and plenty of stories to share.
Meals Included: Picnic Lunch
Accommodation: Can be arranged independently / upon request
Planning
To make your trip planning easier, we’ve prepared a simple list of what’s included in your tour package and what’s not. This way, you’ll have a clear idea of what to expect, and you can make any additional arrangements ahead of time for a smooth and enjoyable journey!
Includes
- Transportation in a 4×4 Land Cruiser
- Mineral water
- Packed lunch
- English-speaking safari guide
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities
- Roundtrip airport transfer unless pre-booked
- Tropical doctor
- Tipping
- Snacks
- Bank charges money transfer
- All things of personal nature
- Any increase of government taxes/ park fees
