Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Tours & Safaris
Chantal
Safari Expert
Renowned as a UNESCO world heritage site and protected wilderness area, Ngorongoro Crater is one of the best places in Tanzania to see the famous Big Five (Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo) and for this reason is a popular choice amongst safari enthusiasts. A safari in the Serengeti or reserves in northern Tanzania is not complete without a visit to the Ngorongoro Crater.
Encompassing volcanic craters and fertile grazing grounds, Ngorongoro affords incredible game viewing all year round. Renowned for its big game and plentiful predators, game drives in this region are exciting and offer great photo opportunities. Experiences to be had in the Ngorongoro Crater include big five game drives on the crater floor, bird watching, interactions with people from the Maasai tribe, and visits to Olduvai Gorge.
There is a selection of lodges that nestle on the rim of the crater, offering phenomenal views, gorgeous sunsets, and convenient access to the crater floor. A short distance away from the crater is Karatu which offers fewer crowds, smaller and more intimate lodges and additional activities such as walking and mountain biking.
These tours and safaris are either based in or visit the Ngorongoro Crater. Whilst we believe that each of these tours provide guests with the ultimate experience we specialize in one on one tailor made tours for our guests. View all of our sample itineraries for the Ngorongoro here.
Luxury lodges around the Ngorongoro Crater are absolutely bucket-list worthy. These lodges provide you with the ultimate access and experience around the crater to ensure that this is a trip to East Africa you will never forget.
There are many incredible wildlife areas and considerations around the Ngorongoro Crater. Find out what to see and where to go around the Ngorongoro Crater to start crafting the perfect trip to the many destinations around the crater.
The Ngorongoro Crater is a natural phenomenon that is great at any time of the year, but not all times are equal. Depending on what kind of experience you're looking for and what your budget is, there are definitely going to be better and worse times to visit. Find out all the details here.
Chantal
Safari Expert
