Ngorongoro Crater Day Tour

Experience a once-in-a-lifetime safari in the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s most stunning natural wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The crater is home to the highest density of wildlife in Africa, including the Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard. This full-day tour offers exceptional game viewing within the collapsed caldera, making it one of the best one-day safaris Tanzania has to offer.

What to Expect

Your day starts with an early morning drive from Arusha or Karatu to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Upon arrival, you’ll descend 600 meters into the crater for a full-day game drive. With its permanent water sources and grassland, the crater is home to an extraordinary concentration of animals, offering fantastic opportunities for wildlife photography and close encounters with nature. You’ll enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot like the hippo pool before continuing your game drive. In the late afternoon, you’ll ascend the crater walls and return to Arusha or Karatu filled with unforgettable safari memories.

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