Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

Overview

Ngorongoro Crater

Descend into the world's largest intact volcanic caldera — a natural amphitheater teeming with over 25,000 animals. The best chance in Africa to spot the Big Five in a single day. UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Northern Tanzania Best: Year-round (dry Jun–Oct) 4.9 (128 reviews)
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Highlights

Why Visit Ngorongoro

Big Five Guaranteed

The crater's enclosed ecosystem offers the highest probability in Africa of spotting lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino in a single game drive.

Crater Floor Game Drive

Descend 600 metres onto the crater floor for an unforgettable safari experience surrounded by towering caldera walls.

Hippo Pool Visit

Visit the hippo pool — a vibrant gathering spot where dozens of hippos laze and wallow alongside flamingos and waterfowl.

Olduvai Gorge Option

Add a visit to nearby Olduvai Gorge, the cradle of humankind, where the Leakey family uncovered 3.6-million-year-old hominid footprints.

Crater Rim Lodge

Stay in luxury lodges perched on the crater rim with breathtaking sunrise views over the caldera floor far below.

Bush Breakfast

Enjoy a champagne bush breakfast on the crater floor surrounded by wildlife — a truly unforgettable African moment.

Wildlife

Crater Wildlife

Rhino in Ngorongoro
Rhino
Hippo
Hippo
Flamingo
Flamingo
Giraffe in Ngorongoro
Giraffe
Lion
Lion
Zebra
Zebra
Itinerary

Sample Itinerary

A classic 3-day Ngorongoro Crater safari itinerary. All tours are fully customizable.

Day 1
Arrival & Crater Rim

Arrive at Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Afternoon game drive along the crater rim with panoramic views. Sunset at your crater rim lodge.

Day 2
Full-Day Crater Floor Safari

Descend to the crater floor at sunrise for a full-day game drive. Picnic lunch at the hippo pool. Optional visit to a Masai cultural village in the afternoon.

Day 3
Morning Game Drive & Departure

Early morning game drive on the crater floor. Return to the lodge for breakfast then depart for Arusha or onward safari destination.

Gallery

Ngorongoro Gallery

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Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
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Accommodation

Where You'll Stay

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

Luxury lodge perched on the crater rim with panoramic views, infinity pool, and world-class dining.

5.0 (203 reviews)
Ngorongoro Farm House
Ngorongoro Farm House

Charming colonial-style lodge set on a coffee farm with lush gardens, spa, and superb hospitality.

4.8 (156 reviews)
Rhino Lodge
Rhino Lodge

Cozy mid-range lodge on the crater rim with warm hospitality, hearty meals, and incredible sunrise views.

4.6 (89 reviews)
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