Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and one of Africa’s most spectacular safari destinations. Its unique ecosystem shelters an incredible variety of wildlife within dramatic landscapes.

Welcome to Ngorongoro Crater

Often called “Africa’s Eden,” the Crater offers unmatched game viewing, where visitors can spot the Big Five in a single day against a backdrop of breathtaking scenery.

  • Big Five Encounters
    Lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos all within one ecosystem.
  • Scenic Landscapes
    Lush forests, open grasslands, swamps, and a soda lake inside the crater.
  • Lake Magadi
    A seasonal lake attracting thousands of flamingos.
  • Cultural Experiences
    Visits to Maasai villages around the conservation area.
  • Birdwatching
    Over 500 bird species, including kori bustards and crowned cranes.
  • Year-Round Game Viewing
    Wildlife remains within the Crater all year, ensuring excellent safaris.

Experience Tours of Ngorongoro Crater

From $650 pp

Depart from Arusha to Lake natron. Enjoy the 2 Days Lake Natron Tour in Tanzania as you visit this home to 2 million of lesser flamingos, and the views along the road to get there…

From $330 pp

Despite the small size of Arusha National Park, common animals include giraffes, buffalos, zebras, warthogs, the black-and-white colobus monkeys, the blue monkeys, flamingos and more. African elephants and leopards are present, but rarely seen. The…

From $308 pp

Discover the wonders of Arusha National Park located just 45minutes from Arusha town. This park is a hidden gem nestled at the foothills of Mount Meru, Tanzania’s 2nd highest mountain. Despite its relatively small size,…

From $2983 pp

This 10-day safari allows you to experience both the bush and the beach. You will see the Big Five as well as other exciting animals. All this with the assistance of a tour operator based…

From $3713 pp

On this 9-day unique honeymoon safari and Zanzibar beach vacation, you will visit the major parks of the northern circuit. Go to Tarangire, which is famous for its giant baobab trees as well as the…

From $880 pp

A 3-day adventure to climb Mount Meru via the Momella Route, located in Arusha National Park. This trek offers stunning views of Kilimanjaro and the chance to encounter diverse wildlife. It is a shorter and…

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